Diana Neckles Ethical Dilemmas

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Ethical Dilemmas Before starting the group, you are confronted with some interesting situations. Please write a few sentences on how you would respond to each one. To provide a complete response, refer to the Code of Ethics and integrate the values, principles, and/or standards into your responses. Before beginning the group, you review the information on the clients who will be attending. 1. You suddenly recognize Fred’s name. He is an acquaintance of yours. You have mutual friends, and you often see him at social get-togethers. How should you handle this? I would acknowledge the relationship with Fred, clearly establish and reinforce the boundaries of our professional relationship within the group setting. Maintain confidentiality, monitor for bias, and seek supervision or consultation from a supervisor, colleague, or professional association. According to the code of ethics social workers should be alert to and avoid conflicts of interest that interfere with the exercise of professional discretion and impartial judgment. In instances when dual or multiple relationships are unavoidable, social workers should take steps to protect clients and are responsible for setting clear, appropriate, and culturally sensitive boundaries. 2. Prior to working at Horizons, you worked at the local child protection agency. You recognize Mary’s name because she was investigated for child neglect. How do you handle this situation? My primary focus would be on building a trusting and therapeutic relationship with Mary in her current context as a client at Horizons. I would approach our interactions with openness, empathy, and non-judgment, recognizing that Mary may be seeking support and assistance for unrelated issues. Mary has the right to self-determination and to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of any past involvement with the child protection agency. I would refrain from disclosing any information about Mary's past involvement with the child protection agency to anyone, including colleagues, unless there are legal or ethical obligations to do so. My consideration is to uphold Mary's confidentiality and privacy rights. Mary has the right to self- determination and to be treated with dignity and respect. I would avoid making assumptions or judgments based on her history. If I feel uncertain or conflicted about how to navigate this situation ethically, I will seek supervision or consultation from a supervisor. 3. During her intake, Ms. Smith is told that you will be leading the group. Without a scheduled appointment, she comes to the agency before the group to introduce herself to you. She finds you in the hallway and insists on giving you an expensive watch as a gift. How do you handle this situation? I would politely decline the gift acknowledging Ms. Smith's gesture, I would express appreciation and gratitude for her thoughtfulness in offering the gift. I would gently explain to Ms. Smith that the agency has policies in place regarding accepting gifts from clients

emphasizing that it's important for me to adhere to professional ethics and avoid any perception of favoritism or conflicts of interest. In doing so I would adherence to the ethical principles, particularly regarding boundaries, professionalism, and the avoidance of conflicts of interest. 4. Beth comes to the agency prior to the group and explains privately to you that she doesn’t really want to attend the group. She is coming because her boyfriend is strongly urging her to do so. How would you handle this situation? It's important to respect Beth's autonomy and agency in making decisions about her own mental health care. While her boyfriend may be encouraging her to attend the group, ultimately the decision to participate should be hers. I would reassure Beth that she has the right to make choices that feel right for her, and that I will support her in whatever decision she makes. I would gently explore with Beth the reasons behind her reluctance to attend the group, understanding her perspective can help me address her concerns more effectively. 5. David sends you a friend request on Facebook. How do you handle this situation? I would decline the friend request from David to uphold professional boundaries and protect client confidentiality. I would explain to David, if necessary, that it's a professional practice to maintain separate personal and professional relationships to ensure the integrity of the therapeutic process. I might suggest alternative means of communication for support, such as email, phone calls, or in-person sessions as a means of reaffirming my commitment to supporting him within the boundaries of the therapeutic relationship.

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