Code of Ethics

Community Catalysts of California has evolved over the years from a small grass roots organization 
to a company that employees more than 225 staff and serves over 700 individuals with special needs. 
Community Catalysts of California purpose is:

“We are catalysts helping people with disabilities achieve a higher quality of life.”

It is for this reason that it is important for all staff members of Community Catalysts of California follow 
a Code of Ethics that will define expectations and guide actions.

Each Staff Member will:

Have knowledge of Community Catalysts of California’s purpose, vision, programs and policies • 
and procedures.

Recognize that the chief function of Community Catalysts of California at all times is to serve the • 
best interest of our constituency.

Practice the values of compassion, empathy, respect, trust and resourcefulness in the 
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interaction with those we serve and in the performance of all job duties.

Accord appropriate respect to the fundamental rights, dignity, and worth of all people. Being aware • 
of cultural, individual and role differences, including those due to age, gender, race, ethnicity, 
national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, language, and socioeconomic status. Staff 
shall not knowingly participate in or condone unfair discriminatory practices.

Seek to contribute to the welfare of those we serve while promoting the concepts of personal • 
growth, individuality of person and behavior and the dignity of risk-taking. 

Understand that staff has a primary obligation and must take reasonable precautions to respect • 
the confidentiality rights of those with whom they work and/or serve. Recognizing that sharing of 
confidential information is done only for appropriate professional purposes and only with 
persons clearly concerned with such matters and/or as mandated by law.

Assure a safe environment for self, other staff, and those we serve by reporting any injury, 
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accident, and/or unsafe practice/condition immediately.

Prepare, update, and submit any and all reports, logs, case notes, files, and other appropriate • 
data/information in an accurate, timely, objective, meaningful and concise manner. 

Prepare, update and/or review individual’s Coordinated Service Plan at least annually to 
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assess and review the individual’s goals and objectives. Progress towards programs goals and 
objectives are evaluated and are rewritten or renewed as needed during the year the CSP is in 
force. 



To work cooperatively with co-workers, other agencies and organizations, employers, and other • 
individuals in the community demonstrating integrity, honesty, and equality.

All complaints and/or allegations of a breach in any aspect of the Code of Ethics must be submitted in 
writing to the Chief Operating Officer at Community Catalysts of California’s Home Office (6050 Santo 
Road, Suite 145, San Diego, California 92124). The Chief Operating Officer will acknowledge receipt 
of the complaint and/or allegation within ten (10) working days.

The Chief Operating Officer shall review the complaint and/or allegation and initiate an investigation if 
one is warranted. A report of the findings and recommendations shall be sent to the Chief Executive 
Officer for a final decision on any action to be taken.