Values & Guiding Principles
- Strengths-Based Approach
We have learned that youth are more likely to develop skills and make healthier choices when they are encouraged to use their innate talents and strengths – they are the experts on what works for them.
- Youth Empowerment
We believe that young people are self-directed, independent individuals who merit the same dignity and autonomy accorded others.
- Unconditional Positive Regard
Our never give up approach helps us hang on when others say "this kid is "impossible".
- Independent Living Skills
We believe that self-sufficiency is intrinsic to human dignity.
- Quality
We strive for continual systemic improvement in both clinical and administrative services.
- Best Practices
We adhere to best practice standards in all of our decision making both internally and externally.
- Ethics
We know that our adherence to professional and personal ethics lays the foundation for all of our work.
- Cultural Competence
We encourage diverse viewpoints and we respect the individual talents and strengths of our stakeholders.
- Innovation & Creativity
We believe that we can best serve youth and families through the development of innovative approaches.
- Accountability
We are responsible to all of our stakeholders.
- Community Partnership
We build strong and positive internal and external partnerships.
