For the past four years I have had the pleasure of working for a Non-Profit Organization named Seven Hills Foundation. It was created in 1951, by a small group of parents of disabled children, sharing the same vision. That vision was to advocate and improve the lives of their children while providing support to each other when needed. Since that time, Seven Hills foundation has flourished into one of the largest support networks for individuals with life challenges.
Seven Hills Foundation has an organizational culture that appeals to many people. They believe in maintaining the dignity and independence of individuals that need support. They believe that human rights are essential and should be respected regardless of someone's situation. They …show more content…
Due to the residential houses being staffed twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, I and others are susceptible to experiencing burnout. The prevention of becoming burnt out is a specific point made during the assimilation process when I was newly hired. Within the house there is a hierarchy. This consists of the house director, The assistant house director and four direct care staff. Due to the small amount of staff, small group communication is key. On a weekly basis we conduct a staff meeting. This is usually where we all equally partake in strategic communication. Through group processes we find resolutions to issues that have arisen during the week. We work toward a common goal that protects and respects the gentlemen we support. As well as discussing and solving issues, we brainstorm on introducing new opportunities and positive experiences for the gentlemen. Through teambuilding and mutual respect, we can communicate with openness. We appreciate each other's input and value one another's opinions. I regularly participate in horizontal communication with other staff to maintain a smooth work relationship and to support each
Seven Hills Foundation has an organizational culture that appeals to many people. They believe in maintaining the dignity and independence of individuals that need support. They believe that human rights are essential and should be respected regardless of someone's situation. They …show more content…
Due to the residential houses being staffed twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, I and others are susceptible to experiencing burnout. The prevention of becoming burnt out is a specific point made during the assimilation process when I was newly hired. Within the house there is a hierarchy. This consists of the house director, The assistant house director and four direct care staff. Due to the small amount of staff, small group communication is key. On a weekly basis we conduct a staff meeting. This is usually where we all equally partake in strategic communication. Through group processes we find resolutions to issues that have arisen during the week. We work toward a common goal that protects and respects the gentlemen we support. As well as discussing and solving issues, we brainstorm on introducing new opportunities and positive experiences for the gentlemen. Through teambuilding and mutual respect, we can communicate with openness. We appreciate each other's input and value one another's opinions. I regularly participate in horizontal communication with other staff to maintain a smooth work relationship and to support each