Diversity in the Workplace

St. Aemilian-Lakeside supports diversity in the workplace by recognizing, affirming and valuing differences. Diversity strengthens our organization with a multitude of perspectives. Enhancing the diversity of our workforce is a vital part of our collective strength and success as an agency.

The Vision of Our Organization

St. Aemilian-Lakeside is committed to fostering an atmosphere that values diversity and respects differences. We are committed to embracing and fully integrating the following values:

• A diverse, culturally sensitive and productive workforce
• An inclusive environment where all employees are valued
• A workplace free from unlawful discrimination
• An environment that is open and respectful of individual differences
• An environment that encourages employees to maximize their potential
• A commitment to provide quality services to customers

Diversity Plan

We recognize that diversity is not an end but rather a means of helping to achieve our goal of strengthening our agency and enhancing its success. St. Aemilian-Lakeside has a staff-driven Diversity Committee, with representation from all divisions, to address workplace diversity. The committee has drafted a results-oriented diversity plan to reflect the priorities of the agency. This is an active plan that is monitored and directed by the Diversity Committee, and it is part of the agency's overall strategic plan. All employees will be asked to embrace and honor the values expressed by the agency and support the achievement of our diversity goals.