DSHS Mission and Values

Our Mission
The mission of DSHS is to improve the quality of life for individuals and families in need. We help people achieve safe, self-sufficient, healthy and secure lives.

Our Vision
A healthy, safe and productive Washington.

Guiding Principles

Customer Focus
Service Coordination
Responsiveness to Diversity
Long-term Thinking
Collaborative Leadership
Community Partnership
Accountable Performance
Organization Development
Employee Participation
Results Oriented
Data-based Decisions
Continuous Improvement

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