40th Anniversary

This is a big month starting out with the launch of Baptistcare's 40th anniversary  and our Inaugural Recognition Awards. Next week is National Volunteer Week when we take time out to say thankyou to our volunteers and the month ends with National Sorry Day which launches Reconciliation Week. This will be an opportunity for us to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievements and to explore how each of us can join the national reconciliation effort. More about these in future blogs this month.

Throughout this year Baptistcare programmes and services around the state will be finding opportunities to celebrate our 40th anniversary with a 70's themed event. The highlight of the year will be our Gala Anniversary Dinner on Friday, September 7 when Baptistcare's inaugural recognition awards will be announced. The awards are based around our values and will be an opportunity for staff, clients or family members to identify ways in which Baptistcare staff are putting the values into practice in their everyday work life.

The Dignity and Compasion Award recognises a person whose compassionate relationships, either with their colleges, clients or family members of the community, have honoured the dignity of another.

The Integrity and Respect Award recognises a person's behaviour within Baptistcare, thier commitment to their work or a specific contribution they have made to the organisation.

The Courage and Justice Award recognises the specific activities or behaviours of a person who has shown courage and justice above and beyond the normal call of duty.

The Stewardship Award recognises a person who has shown a willingness to make a contribution to the present and future sustainability of the organisation.

The Accountability Award recognises a person who has shown the ability to overcome obstacles in their commitment to be accountable for their performance.

The CEO's Award for Leadership and Advocacy recognises a person, who, in the opinion of the Chief Executive Officer, have contributed outstanding service to Baptistcare and to the wider community. The winner of this award is not necessarily an employee of Baptistcare.

This is a great opportunity for us to look out for our values as we see them passing us by in the corridor. An opportunity for us to identify and name these values as we see them in our colleagues.

Find out more about the awards at www.baptistcare.com.au/40thanniversary.