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Ethics
definitions chapters 1,2,3,5
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Social Work
Undergraduate 1
09/27/2017

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Values
Definition
Beliefs and attitudes that provide direction to everyday living
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Ethics
Definition
Beliefs we hold about what constitutes right conduct.  Moral principles adopted by a group.
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Morality
Definition
Perspectives of right and proper conduct and involves an evaluation of actions on the basis of some broader cultural context.
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Ethical Conduct
Definition
Maximum or ideal standards set by the profession and enforced by the certification board.
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Community Standards(Mores)
Definition

The ultimate legal criteria for determining whether practitioners are liable for damages.

Community standards define what is considered reasonable behavior when a case involving malpractice is litigated.

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Professionalism
Definition
The competence or skill expected of a professional
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Mandatory Ethics
Definition
Describes a level of ethical functioning wherein counselors act in compliance with minimal standards, acknowledging the basic "musts" and "must not's".
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Aspirational Ethics
Definition
Describes the highest standards of thinking and conduct professional counselors seek, and it requires that counselors do more than simply meet the letter of the ethics code.
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Principle Ethics
Definition

A set of obligations and a method that focuses on moral issues with the goals of:

(a). solving a particular dilemma or a set of dilemmas and (b). establishing a framework to guide future ethical thinking and behavior.

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Virtue Ethics
Definition
Focuses on the character traits of the counselor and nonobligatory ideals to which professionals aspire rather than on solving specific ethical dilemmas.  Virtue ethics asks"Am I doing what is best for my clients"
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Autonomy
Definition
The promotion of self-determination, or the freedom of clients to be self-governing within their social and cultural framework.
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Nonmalificence
Definition
Avoiding doing harm, which includes refraining from actions that risks hurting clients.
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Benefience
Definition
Doing good for others and promoting the well-being of clients.  Doing good for society.
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Justice or fairness
Definition
To be fair by giving equally to others and to treat others justly.  Practitioners have a responsibility to provide appropriate services to all clients.
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Fidelity
Definition
Professionals make realistic commitments and keep these promises.
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Veracity
Definition
Truthfulness, which involves the practitioner's obligation to deal honestly with clients.
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Aspirational
Definition
Understanding the spirit behind the code and principles on which the code rests on.
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Principles for moral quandaries
Definition

Definition: Form the foundation of functioning at the highest level as a professional.

a. Autonomy-promote self-determination

b. Beneficence-Doing good for others and promoting well-being.

c. Non maleficence-avoid doing harm.

d. Justice- to be fair.

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Free will/ Determinism
Definition

Free will-idea that we are able to have some choice in how we act and assume that we are free to choose our behavior(self-determined)

Determinism(Social)-Theory that social interactions and constructs alone determine individual behavior(as opposed to biological or objective factors).

**Both theories are debatable and oppose each other**

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Transference
Definition
Process whereby clients project onto their therapist past feelings or attitudes they had towards their past relationships/caregiver.
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Countertransference
Definition
Considered as any projections by therapists that distort they way they perceive or react to clients.
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Informed Consent
Definition
Rights of clients to be informed about their therapy and make autonomous decisions pertaining to it.
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Practitioners are expected to inform clients of...
Definition

a. limits and risks of confidentiality

b. risks associated with counseling

c. Fees & Charges

d. Exceptions of confidentiality and privilege.

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Three elements to legal aspects of informed consent...
Definition

a. Client understands the information present

b. Gives consent voluntarily

c. Competent to give consent to treatment

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Ethical Principles

Value: Service

Definition

Ethical Principle: Social Workers primary goal is to help people in need and to address social problems

 

 

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Ethical Principles

 

Value: Social Justice

Definition

 

Ethical Principle: Social Workers challenge social injustices. 

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Ethical Principles

 

Value: Dignity and Worth of the person

Definition

 

Ethical Principle: Social Workers respect the inherent dignity and worth of the person  

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Ethical Principles

 

Value: Importance of Human Relationships

Definition

Ethical Principle: Social Workers recognize the central importance of human relationships.

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Ethical Principles

 

Value: Integrity

Definition

 

 

Ethical Principle:  Social Workers behave in a trustworthy manner. 

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Ethical Principles

 

Value: Competence

Definition

 

Ethical Principle: Social Workers practice within their areas of competence and develop and enhance their professional expertise. 

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Dual Relationships

 

The NASW code of Ethics guides social work action with the general directive to keep the clients interests first. Social workers should be alert to and avoid conflicts that interfere with professional discretion.

 

NASW CODE (section 1.06.a)

Definition

Actions taken to avoid dual relationships:

 

  • avoid conflict of interest
  • act to minimize conflicts of interest
  • inform clients when the potential for conflict arises
  • never take unfair advantage of professional relationships
  • set clear, appropriate, & culturally sensitive boundaries
  • properly terminate if clients interests cannot be protected
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Social Workers Ethical Responsibilities are to:

 

Definition
  • Clients
  • Colleagues
  • Employers
  • Employing Organizations
  • Social Work Profession
  • Broader Society
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Ethical Dilemma Resolution:

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Definition
  • Examine: gather facts
  • Think: ask ourselves who or will someone be harmed
  • Hypothesize: what ifs? Do least harm. Educate client on resources available
  • Identify steps: what is the best course of action? consequences of informing or not. Who will be harmed or benefit?
  • Consult: with supervisor if your not sure of the best course of action. 
Term

Ethical Dilemma Example #1

 

You are a social worker at a domestic violence agency that assisted Jeanine in filing a restraining order after she entered the shelter. As a social worker in this agency you are obligated to serve Jeanine and her son, Ryan. Child Protection Services has filed a petition to remove Ryan from his mother and place in foster care. Jeanine has asked you to assist her in preventing this placement. 

Definition

Dilemma: Do we service Jeanine or her son? Protect the child or the child/parent relationship.

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Ethical Dilemma #2

 

You are a social worker at CPS who completed the investigation regarding the safety of Ryan. After consultation with your supervisor you filed a petition to remove Ryan from his mothers care to protect him from the effect of witnessing the DV between his parents. After consulting with the DV shelter you learn that Jeanine has filed a restraining order against her ex-husband and is cooperating with the agency. Jeanine asks you to allow Ryan to remain with her at the shelter until she an establish a home for the two of them.

Definition

Dilemma: After filing the petition you learned Jeanine is cooperating. You want to protect Ryan but do not want to harm the parent/child relationship

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Ethical Dilemma #3

 

You are a social worker at the community mental health center. You have completed an assessment of Rick, who voluntarily came to the center seeking services for DV. Upon the recommendation of his attorney, Rick is seeking services to prevent prosecution for the DV charges. You are impressed with how open and honest Rick has been and he has taken partial responsibility for the violence in the family. However, you are unsure if he is motivated for treatment or if he is trying to avoid legal consequences. 

Definition

Dilemma: Do you service your client to keep him out of jail or do you let him go to jail and protect the interest of the child and mother. 

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