Communities, Cleveland, OH
VALUES
Safety:
* We take action to ensure safety while executing our duties
* We protect life and property
* We are cognizant of our own safety and the safety of other citizens we encounter
* We encourage other members to strive for safety
Integrity:
* We live and work in accordance with high ethical standards
* We are transparent guardians of the public trust and honor our promises
* We hold ourselves accountable for defining and meeting our clear objectives, delivering on our mission and carefully redistributing our donated materials and funds
* We have the physical and moral courage to do what is right and be honest and truthful
* We make no discrimination as to ethnicity, religion, age, sexuality, occupation, social or financial status, criminal past, physical or psychological impairment, our endeavor is to relieve the suffering of individuals, agencies, institutions, or organizations, guided solely by there needs and to give priority to the most urgent cases of distress and dysfunction
* We do not tolerate unethical behavior
* In order to continue to enjoy the confidence of our diverse communities, Above and Beyond Organization will not take sides in hostilities or engage at any time in controversies of political, racial, sexual, religious or ideological nature
SERVICE
The Above and Beyond Organization is created with the desire to bring assistance to all communities and alleviate suffering of any degree wherever it may be found. Our purpose is to protect the lives and welfare of our fellow human beings and ensure respect and promote mutual understanding, cooperation, friendship, love and lasting peace amongst all people
* We ensure everyone receives respectful and dedicated service while protecting there rights
* We treat everyone with courtesy and professionalism
* We are dedicated to improving the lives of those we serve
* We are a voluntary relief organization not prompted in any way by desire for personal gain
* We take initiative and responsibility in performance of our duties
* We are considerate and involve all parties in problem solving
* We show concern and compassion for others
LEADERSHIP
* We inspire, influence and support others in our organization and communities and lead by example
* We communicate openly and provide honest, constructive feedback
* We are flexible and we foster team work
* We provide an organization in which all communities have equal status and share equal responsibilities and duties in helping each other
* We are positive and enthusiastic as we work together as one Above and Beyond family, in partnership with other agencies, communities, individuals, families, institutions and organizations, and always embrace diversity and inclusiveness
* We inspire to learn from our mistakes and constantly improve ourselves and our organization
* We consistently give our best effort and strive for personal and professional growth
* We seek new ideas, are open to change and always look for better ways to serve those in need