Ethics Help the Helper in Ethical Dilemmas Fred L. Slack University of the Rockies Abstract In ethical decision-making, there is an established way to address resolving ethical dilemmas systematically and following established decision-making steps to resolve ethical dilemmas effectively. Applied established ethical-decision making steps along with an understanding of established ethical codes is essential Here we will comprehensively discuss how a professional would apply systematic steps toward a resolution of an ethical dilemma, and discuss the steps to consider taking in the process of making an ethical decision. What is the process to include the client in making your decisions? In what way or ways is …show more content…
My obligation to help the client is one example of the moral principle fidelity in other words, keeping the trust in this relationship with my client. This client is making progress and is benefiting from therapy. Here are the systematic steps towards resolution of this dilemma? Here are the steps in order to make a reasonable decision about a problem or dilemma. Step one; identifying the problem or dilemma. Ascertain all of the information the client has about the problem or dilemma, also any collateral information from an outside source like his primary care doctors or drug treatment counselors and legal sources. This will enable the professional to get to the specific nature of the problem (Corey, 2011). Kevin has lost his employment and cannot pay for his therapy. That is the scenario describing the problem. Step two; identify potential solutions, like Kevin receiving unemployment insurance or the possibility of county social services picking up the cost of his medical bills. Are there any cultural issues that need to be taken into consideration? Kevin could be an African American and have some mental disabilities that might qualify him for Social Security disability support. Step Three; Review the ethical codes that are pertinent to this type of problem. The code of conduct has some ethical codes Kevin’s problems might be identified under such as the code 6.04-
Unit 4 Summary Communications Unit 4 talks about communications, specifically writing in a business setting. The first portion of the videos talk about writing techniques, and tools. The last portion of the videos talk about plagiarism, and how to avoid it. The entire section uses business, and business writing to give examples of what business writing, and plagiarism look like.
Treatment is at the discretion of the client, should a client feel it is time to terminate services, it is their right to do so unless therapy is court-ordered. Therapy can be a vulnerable experience for an individual. A client has the right to be treated ethically without abuse, exploitation, and percipience. Regardless of a client’s orientation, culture, religion, socioeconomic status or education they are to be treated with respect and grandeur. Also, should a client be dissatisfied during treatment they are allowed to report a grievance if they feel their needs are not being met or any other concern that arises that a client feels their therapist is not acknowledging. Furthermore, if at any time a client requests their records, a therapist is obligated to provide what has been documented during sessions and given to the client.
Identify whether the issue is an ethical dilemma. It must first be determined an ethical dilemma or not in order to move on to the next step.
Forester-Miller and Davis’s (1996) ethical decision-making model suggests that the initial step in resolving an ethical dilemma is to first identify the problem and then clarify the nature of the problem. This entails gathering pertinent information that will help elucidate any potential ethical issues. One important matter to reflect upon is whether this dilemma is ethical, clinical, professional, legal or any combination of the aforementioned categories (Forester-Miller & Davis, 1996). Honing in on the nature of the ethical issue will provide some direction as to which avenues are the most applicable for the given ethical situation.
There are multiple ethical standards, laws and ethical aspirations that need to be addressed in this case study. First and foremost, Aspirational code of beneficence and nonmaleficence, should be addressed while problem solving this conundrum. WAC 246-924-357 also addresses the steps that the psychologist may need to make when terminating and referring services with this client. It is important to address Standard 3.04, Avoiding Harm. “Psychologists take reasonable steps to avoid harming their clients/patients, students, supervisees, research participants, organizational clients and others with whom they work, and to minimize harm where it is foreseeable and unavoidable” (APA, 2002). In this case study, the client has an executive role in the organization, which the client notes that he can overlook the psychologist contract obligation by working with this client, outside of the organization. This comment can lead to a slippery slope, and demonstrates an initiation of a multiple relationship. It also prevents the clinician from holding true objectivity, which if the psychologist continues to work with this client, could lead to an exploitative relationship.
For example, taking time to examine interactions and the way in which workers relate to clients, both verbally and nonverbally. To make ethical decisions, in some cases would be wise to involve the client in the process. Corey (2015) Suggests that making decisions for the client instead of with can hurt the working relationship. Additionally, it is suggested that one discusses the ethical issues that pertains to them (the client) as an individual. This not only shows the client that their opinion matters, but displays to communities that help professionals do not exist to control your
Ethical dilemmas occur when there is a disagreement about a situation and all parties involved question how they should behave based on their individual ethical morals. (Newman & Pollnitz, 2005). The dilemma that I will be addressing in this essay involves Michael, recently employed male educator working in the nursery, and parents of a baby enrolled at the centre. The parents have raised concerns about male educators changing their child’s nappy as they have cultural practices that do not allow this practice to take place. This situation is classed as an ethical dilemma as there is a dispute between cultural beliefs and legal requirements within the workplace. There are four parties involved (parents, child, educator and director), all
Discuss the ethical dilemmas PMHNPs sometimes find themselves in and name the opposing ethical principles
People from all walks of life face many ethical dilemmas. These dilemmas have consequences. Our worldview determines how we deal with these dilemmas, and guides us to the right decisions. In this essay, I will examine an ethical issues through my Christian worldview. I will also present other viewpoints, and compare them to mine.
There are many different approaches to resolving an ethical dilemma that a professional is experiencing. One method discussed by authors Valutis and Rubin (2016) is, “. . . vast majority of respondents
In everyday situations there are always the questions of what is right and what is wrong. Ethics is the principle that aims to set a standard for individual’s roles, responsibility, societal responsibility and other areas of life. The study of ethics has been around since the time of Greek civilization and it still plays an important in the modern society. Ethics play a huge role in any legal, moral, social and profession setting. It is a standard which uses the moral principles and code of conduct to guide the professional and client (Ponton, 2009). Ethics is defined as a standard for conduct of an individual and it decides how an individual ought to act in various contexts (Law, 2015). In counselling ethics is used to minimise
Issues arise about the protection of ethics and legal rights while using the LBS. Thecentral aspect of legal implications and ethical constraints concerns privacy. Privacy entails the independent way that a person has a right to matters that only concern that particular person like where they spend their leisure time. Privacy is protected by law in many democracies and is believed to be a civil right. Cases have arose where the users of LBS felt that it was wrong the fact that their location was always visible to other users who use the service. The users do not wish to be tracked at every time and may raise ethical concern to the logic behind the LBS (Chan and Koo, 2007). Privacy is a vital part ofhumans, and everyone appreciates it if their
Ethics can be dangerous to your career. The danger may come not from your own ethics but from the ethics of people around you and the organization of which you are a part. Employees have various moral decisions to make. Many of these decisions should be made on the basis of our moral obligations, but sometimes the morally preferable action could require courage and be performed beyond the call of duty. One defense against involvement in wrongdoing is vocalizing when there are unethical practices being made. While being prepared for organizational challenges that will inevitably test your personal values, moral beliefs, and commitment may be doing the right thing, is it ethical when one’s job is on the line?
“Brad is a production engineer at a bicycle company and part of his job includes inspecting broken bikes and drafting the design repairs for their repair” (Bartlett). Brad is considering replacing a broken brake cable with a more durable material, even though the customer did not request it in their order and specifically requested that “No aesthetic changes be made to the bike” (Bartlett). Brad’s manager suggests that his considered actions would go against the company’s policy of “The customer is always right.” Should Brad disobey the manager and the customer to possibly lose his job or go along with
Ethical dilemma (ED) can emanate from any perspective of our lives be in the personal or professional front. An ED is a decision-making problem between two or more undesirable outcomes (Marquis & Huston, 2015). As a case manager (CM), I find myself facing it on a daily basis, due to a responsibility to multiple stakeholders such as the employer, insurance, physician, and of course, the patient’s well-being should be the priority. Below is an example of an ED.