Blueprint for the 21st Century
MISSION: TO ENABLE ALABAMA’S CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES TO ACHIEVE THEIR MAXIMUM POTENTIAL
We VALUE the worth, dignity and rights of people with disabilities and we will:
• provide an easily accessible, integrated continuum of services;
• ensure quality services that are family-centered, culturally sensitive, and community-based; promote and respect consumer choice regarding provision of services;
• advocate for the rights of persons with disabilities and promote self-advocacy;
• include people with disabilities, their families and advocates in agency planning and policy development.
We VALUE independence and meaningful work for people with disabilities and we will:
• educate families, children, employers, schools and the public that people with disabilities can and do work;
• advocate for quality health services and community supports that enable people with disabilities to work and/or function independently;
• develop, maintain and expand working relationships with employers;
• identify and create job opportunities that are compatible with consumer abilities; foster cross-divisional collaboration to achieve successful work outcomes.
We VALUE all staff and their contributions in achieving our mission and we will:
• communicate openly and honestly;
• recruit, develop, retain and promote a diverse, qualified staff;
• involve staff in agency planning, policy development, and performance objectives; recognize and reward exemplary job performance;
• provide staff opportunities for personal and professional growth.
We VALUE leadership at all levels, and we will:
• maximize staff participation in all agency initiatives;
• create an environment which encourages and supports creativity and innovation; facilitate teamwork among all staff;
• provide support and leadership development opportunities.
We VALUE maximum acquisition and efficient and effective management of resources and we will:
• acquire maximum resources; increase legislative support;
• develop and use appropriate technological advancements; evaluate the effective and efficient use of our resources; collaborate with organizations in the public and private sectors.
We VALUE public support, and we will:
• educate the public about our mission, goals, services and expertise;
• secure support from business and industry, consumers of services, partners and policymakers;
• create partnerships that expand services to enhance opportunities for consumers; maximize staff involvement in the development of grassroots support.