COU101 GURDEEP

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ASSESSMENT COVER SHEET Family Name : KAUR Given Name(s) : GURDEEP Student ID : Course : Unit Code: COU101 Unit Name: Tutor : Assessment Number/Title : 1 Semester/Trimester and Year: Word Count: 1422

RUNNING HEAD: COU101 – Assessment 1 Introduction Counsellors who want to preserve the ideas and values necessary for ethical practice must carefully analyse and navigate ethical dilemmas, which are complex in nature. This activity assesses and critically react to two different ethical conundrums in a counselling situation. Every situation has a different set of circumstances, making it crucial to comprehend how a counsellor’s own values might affect the morality of the counselling relationship. Impact of Counsellor’s Personal Beliefs on the Ethical Nature of the Counselling Relationship The counsellor’s own convictions could affect how they handle the Dawson family's strong religious heritage. There may be a predisposition to empathise more or even to validate the family's religious customs if the counsellor holds comparable religious views ( Sheridan & Carr, 2020). In contrast, the counsellor may need to take care to make sure that their own opinions don't interfere with their capacity to offer objective counselling that respects the Dawsons' varied ideas and values. The counsellor’s association with Mr Dawson as a fellow committee member might result in prejudice and a conflict of interest. There may be a tendency to treat Mr Dawson favourably or suppress facts regarding the case if the counsellor has a good connection with him. If there are unfavourable emotions, this can affect the counsellor's impartiality and objectivity in helping the Dawson family ( Wißmann et al. 2019). In the second case, the counsellor’s personal beliefs may have a big impact on how honest the counselling relationship is. For example, if the counsellor subjectively thinks aged care facilities are the greatest choice for old people with little assistance, they may unwittingly skew their counselling style to favour of this course of action. In contrast, the counsellor could unwittingly incline in favour of Brian's reluctance to enter an elderly care facility if they truly appreciate each person's liberty and independence (Hamilton et al. 2022). Although it is an ethical idea to respect someone's autonomy but excessive adherence to this idea might also result in ignoring Brian's best interests, especially if an elderly care facility is actually the most suitable and advantageous alternative for his rehabilitation and well-being. The ethical integrity of the therapeutic interaction depends on finding a balance between respecting client autonomy and guaranteeing their welfare. Ethical Principles Relevant to the Scenario The ACA's Code of Ethics places a strong emphasis on upholding the autonomy of clients, which includes respecting and honouring their values, beliefs, and cultural background (AIFS, 2023). The Dawsons' religious views and their house rules must be understood and respected in

Assessment 1 order for the scenario to work. The counsellor must navigate each family member's particular set of beliefs and practices while upholding their individuality and dignity. The ACA places a strong emphasis on delivering services without bias. The counsellor in this situation must make sure they do not discriminate against the Dawson family because of their own biases or religious convictions. Professional Competence and Integrity place a strong emphasis on upholding both of these qualities. The counsellor should make sure they are prepared to deal with situations where there may be conflicts of interest, like the association with Mr Dawson as a fellow committee member. As stated specifically in Section 3442 of the Children and Young People Act 2008 (ACT), it is crucial to ensure the children's safety and welfare (AIFS, 2023). The Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia's (PACFA) Code of Ethics, which places an emphasis on values including autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, and informed consent, serves as a guidance for ethical behaviour in the second scenario (PACFA, 2023). Brian's need for autonomy highlights how vital it is to respect his freedom to choose his own care and living arrangements. Brian's autonomy is given top priority by the counsellor, who should also include him in the process of making decisions about his treatment. Beneficence to under Aged Care Act 1997 entails acting in Brian's best interests, putting his rehabilitation and well-being first (Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care, 2023). Since non-maleficence places a strong emphasis on preventing harm, the counsellor must make sure that any choice she makes doesn't hurt Brian. In order for Brian to make an educated choice on his treatment, it is necessary to provide him with thorough and clear information about his alternatives. Relevant Reporting Issues Professionals, especially counsellors, are required to report child abuse in several jurisdictions. This implies that they are required by law to alert the proper authorities of any suspected or confirmed cases of child abuse or neglect. In this situation, the counsellor is compelled by law to report child abuse if they cause to believe that it has occurred. In addition to legal requirements, there is an ethical need to protect children's welfare ( Tener & Sigad, 2019). Counsellors are required to act in the child's best interest, even if it means violating confidentially, if they have learnt of or have caused to suspect abuse. Child wellbeing and safety are given first priority by child protection legislation above privacy issues. While protecting anonymity is important in counselling, it shouldn't take precedence over the need to keep a kid safe ( Wißmann et al. 2019). Counsellors frequently strikes a careful balance between maintaining client privacy and carrying out their reporting obligations. 1

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