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Our Vision...

To be recognized as the leading substance abuse prevention and intervention center in Sussex County

Our Mission...

To promote hope, health and recovery among all people by fostering a community that is safe and free from the harmful effects of substance abuse,  addiction, violence and related issues.

Our Strategies...

  • To use proven prevention strategies in all education program
  • To provide client-centered counseling
  • To network with other service providers
  • To be involved in the Sussex County community by maintaining active committee memberships
  • To maintain an extensive Multimedia Resource Center
  • To provide ongoing staff education
  • To maintain a full range of no cost services through grant and foundation funding, and to charge reasonable rates for fee for service programs

Our Values...

Faith...in each other and our collective potential
Integrity...what we say we will do, we will do
Resourcefulness...creatively uncovering opportunities and solving problems
Sense of urgency...recognizing our need to make a difference every day
Teamwork...leveraging our individual talents to produce positive results

Client focus...discovering, understanding and meeting client needs
Helpful attitude...bringing a "how can I help?" attitude to everything we do
Open communication...ensuring open, honest and timely communication
Innovative thinking...to maximize program effectiveness
Cooperating spirit...having an unfailing desire to be the best at what we do
Exceptional personal and professional growth...empowering all our colleagues

Operating Principles ...

  • To maintain confidentiality
  • To have respect for clients and each other
  • To have respect for the 12 Step principles for recovery
  • To honor personal and professional boundaries
  • To maintain professionalism in dress, attitude and speech
  • To be on time for meetings and appointments
  • To be loyal to one's commitment

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