OAKTON, Va. (May 11, 2026)— HopeLink Behavioral Health was named for the 15th time to The NonProfit Times national list of 50 Best Nonprofits to Work For. HopeLink, a regional nonprofit with national reach that helps individuals who live with serious behavioral health issues or that are in crisis, ranked number 49 among the nation’s top employers with its focus on training cited as a reason.
“As mental health needs have grown so has HopeLink. Our employees are fundamental to our ability to serve our clients. We invest in our talented employee base, ensuring they have the training and benefits to do and be their best. We are proud that The NonProfit Times again recognized our nonprofit and the emphasis we place on our workplace culture,” said Joseph Getch, CEO, HopeLink. “Being able to attract and retain a great team helps us achieve our mission to save and change lives.”
Until two years ago, HopeLink was ranked among medium sized employers. With its growth, the nonprofit is now compared to the largest sized employers. HopeLink has 350 employees that work at its Oakton headquarters and throughout the nation. HopeLink offers a work environment that encourages teamwork, professional growth, and work-life balance. It’s a culture where employees enjoy coming to work, are accountable and can excel in the services they provide. The organization provides supported resources and training for continued learning and growth, a competitive industry-related salary, and an excellent benefits program.
Created in 2010 by The NonProfit Times—the leading national publication for nonprofit managers—in partnership with Workforce Research Group. this nationwide survey and awards program honors the best employers in the nonprofit sector. The program was open to all nonprofits with a 501 (c)(3) status that have a facility with a minimum of 15 employees. The evaluation included a survey of each nominated organization’s workplace policies, practices, philosophy, systems, and demographics. In addition, the evaluation included a much more heavily weighted anonymous employee survey to measure the employee experience.
Results were analyzed and categorized according to eight core focus areas: leadership and planning; corporate culture and communications; role satisfaction; work environment; relationship with supervisor; training, development, and resources; pay and benefits; and overall engagement. Organizations that made the list scored near 92% across all categories.
About HopeLink Behavioral Health
HopeLink is a leading nonprofit helping those living with diverse behavioral health issues and anyone who faces life crises achieve independence, self-sufficiency, and safety. HopeLink provides the people it serves with skill training and support to help them recover and rebuild their lives through a range of services including Psychosocial Rehabilitation Day Program Services, Mental Health Outpatient Therapy, Mental Health Skills-Building, TIP, Children and Youth Mental Health and Substance Use Treatment Navigation, Individual Supported Employment, Peer Support Services, Coordinated Specialty Care, and other services. HopeLink is a 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Center and Regional Crisis Call Center answering calls, texts, and chats from across Virginia and the nation. For 24/7 support from HopeLink, call 988. For 24/7 chat support, visit 988lifeline.org/chat. www.hopelinkbh.org