San Joaquin County Health Care Services Agency is dedicated to a philosophy of excellence in providing health services, education and professional training in an integrated system that values quality in life, family interaction, and respect for both clients and employees. The Agency is committed to the delivery of community-oriented, culturally sensitive, and affordable health care throughout San Joaquin County.

Our community's health and well-being are our highest priority:

The client is the most important person in the department of health care services; the client is the purpose of our work.

Each staff member is valued as a contributor to the success of the department.

We conduct the business of health care in the following manner:

• Behave toward all persons with respect, courtesy and responsiveness.
• Demonstrate the highest standards of personal integrity, honesty and truthfulness.
• Perform services in a competent, cooperative and timely manner.
• Work cooperatively as a team member by sharing knowledge and skills and assisting each other.
• Improve personal work skills and performance through continuing education and development.
• Every individual contributes to the overall success of the department, together creating a positive environment.