Casa de Amparo Diversity Statement

Diversity and inclusion are core values at New Directions. Empowering our employees and our youth to be their whole selves is our greatest advantage. This is where new ideas come from, and meaningful collaboration gets an authentic start. By bringing together people with different perspectives, diverse backgrounds, and real commitment to their own individuality, we have built a stronger business, youth with higher self-esteem and better overall outcomes. We have made a commitment to diversity and inclusion in our housing program.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Casa de Amparo is committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to:

 

• Race

• Color

• Religion (including religious dress, hair texture and style, and grooming practices)

• Sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sex stereotype, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression/transgender (including whether or not you are transitioning or have transitioned) and sexual orientation

• National origin (including language use restrictions and possession of a driver’s license issued under Vehicle Code section 12801.9)

• Age

• Physical or mental disability

• Genetic information or Ancestry

• Medical condition

• Family-care status

• Military or veteran status

• Marital status/registered domestic partner status

• Any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance under regulation

The Organization also prohibits discrimination, harassment, disrespectful or unprofessional conduct based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other privileges of employment.

 

The purpose of this policy is to ensure a work environment free from discrimination and harassment and to promote a culture of inclusion and diversity. The Organization believes in treating all employees and applicants fairly and with respect, and we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where every individual feels valued and empowered to contribute their unique skills and perspectives. Employees who believe they have been subjected to discrimination or harassment, or who have witnessed such conduct, are encouraged to report the incident promptly to HR. Casa de Amparo will investigate all complaints of discrimination or harassment promptly and take appropriate action in accordance with applicable laws and Organizational policies.

 

In addition to Casa de Amparo's internal complaint procedure, employees should be aware that the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) investigate and prosecute complaints of unlawful harassment in employment. It is the responsibility of every manager and employee to conscientiously follow this policy. Any employee having questions regarding this policy should discuss them with Human Resources. For more information, federal and state regulation posters can be found at each site or by contacting Casa de Amparo’s HR department.

 

 

Harassment Prevention, Non-Discrimination, and Anti-Retaliation Prevention

 

Casa de Amparo is committed to providing a work environment free from harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and disrespectful or other unprofessional conduct based on:

• Race

• Color

• Religion (including religious dress, hair texture and style, and grooming practices)

• Sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sex stereotype, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression/transgender (including whether or not you are transitioning or have transitioned) and sexual orientation

• National origin (including language use restrictions and possession of a driver’s license issued under Vehicle Code section 12801.9)

• Age

• Physical or mental disability

• Genetic information or Ancestry

• Medical condition

• Family-care status

• Military or veteran status

• Marital status/registered domestic partner status

• Any other basis protected by federal, state, local law or ordinance
   

Casa de Amparo prohibits discrimination, harassment, disrespectful or unprofessional conduct based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. In addition, the Organization prohibits retaliation against individuals who raise complaints of discrimination or harassment or who participate in workplace investigations. All such conduct is in violation of the Organization’s policy. Casa de Amparo policy prohibiting harassment applies to all persons involved in the operation of the agency. Casa de Amparo prohibits harassment, disrespectful or unprofessional conduct by any employee of the agency, including supervisors, managers and co-workers. Casa de Amparo's anti-harassment policy also applies to vendors, customers, independent contractors, unpaid interns, volunteers, persons providing services pursuant to a contract and other persons with whom individuals encounter while working.