The operating principles for the HIV/AIDS Program are described below. We are collectively committed to finding ways for these principles to guide workplace behaviors, norms, and decisions. Although these principles represent ideals, we believe that they are important to state because they establish standards for conduct and encourage trust in the workplace.
Work Environment
We work best in a courteous and supportive environment. We respect personal work space. We keep the work environment clean and the noise level appropriate for concentration to tasks. We recognize the value of humor as a means of coping with the stresses of the work place.
Respect
We respect who we are, what we do, and those whom we serve. We honor our commitments to timeliness, assignments, and each other.
Appreciation
We show appreciation for each other on jobs well done, giving recognition both privately and publicly.
Diversity
We acknowledge the cultural, racial, sexual and other diversity of our staff and clientele. We embody different perspectives, approaches, and insights which enhance the work we do.
Communication
In the spirit of collaboration and cooperation, we value the timely, open, and honest exchange of pertinent information, to and from all levels in the workplace.
Flexibility
We value the ability to respond to changing conditions and fluctuating job priorities by finding innovative approaches to work, and by pitching in to assist others.
Clarity
We value and promote clarity regarding our individual and organizational roles and practices, and our agreed upon process for decision-making.
Responsibility
We agree to hold ourselves and each other accountable by:
- taking the initiative to identify problems and solutions;
- risking conflict; and
- accepting responsibility for our work, behaviors, feelings and beliefs.
Conflict Resolution
We value the ability to resolve conflict directly at the level where it occurs. If necessary, we will seek assistance in order to reach a speedy resolution.
Excellence
We value creative, efficient and analytical work. We strive to base our activities and services on relevant research and to hold ourselves and each other to the highest professional standards.
