OPTIONS Philosophy
Mission
OPTIONS helps people with disabilities live and work in the community.
Vision
OPTIONS will continue as the premier provider of opportunities
that enable people with disabilities to be
valued, respected, and integral
members of the community.
Core Values
Respect
= Being Genuine, Patient, Caring, Kind, Loyal, &
Person-Centered;
Showing Concern; Listening; Using a Positive Tone of Voice
& Body Language; Demonstrating Give & Take
Communication
= Listening; Taking Direction; Giving Updates; Returning Phone Calls;
Sharing Ideas & Information; Asking
Questions & Clarifying; Empathizing;
Paying Attention; Advance Notification; Training
Team Work
= Being Dependable, Flexible, & Trustworthy; Communicating;
Completing Work; Showing Initiative; Helping to Work Open Positions;
Working Productively & Efficiently
Dependability = Being Prompt, Responsible, Present, Self-Motivated,
Supportive, Dedicated, Accountable, & Committed to Producing Quality Work;
Completing Tasks; Following Through
OPTIONS
Commitment
OPTIONS
foundation is based on individualized services.
OPTIONS believes each person should have an opportunity
to pursue what he
or she wants, as long as it is not harmful to themselves or others.
The focus is on the person’s own life wishes and
encourages community
involvement and support of the person’s dream.
As
a person-centered agency, OPTIONS:
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has
a clear vision and mission, and lives its mission
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listens
to people
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ensures
a culture of caring
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supports
pockets of innovation
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recognizes
and rewards ‘Best Practices’
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limits
program size, hierarchy
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trains,
supports, and values Direct Support Professionals
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thinks
locally, observes globally
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develops
relationships with the community through education
and coordination
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stands behind efforts to give
consumers greater control of fiscal supports and choice of provider
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