Our Values
Mutual Respect
We actively seek and value everyone’s contribution › We acknowledge differences in people › Constructive comment is accepted as a positive contribution to the richness of our organisation › We encourage accepting responsibility and accountability while avoiding a “blaming” culture › We respect the dignity of each and every person in all our communications
Adaptability and Resourcefulness
We encourage creativity and flexibility, while approaching our work sensibly and with safety ›Initiative and continuous development are necessary and to be encouraged within our approved standards, procedures and guidelines› We encourage open mindedness › We are analytical in our approach to tasks and the Service encourages progression in new methods, alternatives, equipment and processes
One Team, Many Players, One Purpose
We encourage diversity: our organisation is reflective of our communities › We encourage contribution from all areas › Consultation and engagement of stakeholders are essential to the success of RFS › We target a diverse range of groups in our communications and the promotion of our organisation
Integrity and Trust
We communicate clearly what we expect from each other › We take personal responsibility for actions and commitments that we make › We are both respectful and open with each other › We foster a climate of trust and reliability › Open and informed decision making is promoted and encouraged
Support, Friendship and Camaraderie
We provide a welcome atmosphere for all › We support each other in all activities › We foster a sense of belonging, purpose, enjoyment and involvement › We mentor our people to help develop their full potential
Community and Our Environment
We go above and beyond to make a difference in the community and our environment › We undertake our roles and behave in a way that is inspiring to others › We see building community capacity as central to our mission ›We engage with the youth of our communities to ensure the sustainability of the Service › We are mindful of the ecological and environmental impact of our activities
Knowledge and Learning
We foster a climate of continuous learning and sharing of information › We encourage self reflection and personal growth › We enhance our knowledge through participation in a range of forums › We actively participate in research and embed the learning into our organisation › Debriefing is important, necessary and to be encouraged to improve our standards, procedures and guidelines