Lets Talk About Ethics Lisa Dolan LCSW, Lead School Social Worker, Spotsylvania, VA Michelle Swisher LCSW, Homeless Liaison, Spotsylvania County Public Schools, Spotsylvania, VA What do we mean by ETHICS Most basic level, ethics is the
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Lets Talk About Ethics Lisa Dolan LCSW, Lead School Social Worker, Spotsylvania, VA
Michelle Swisher LCSW, Homeless Liaison, Spotsylvania County Public Schools, Spotsylvania, VA<br>
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What do we mean by ETHICS Most basic level, ethics is the study of doing what is right or good
The way by which we determine the “right” course of action<br>
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Ethical Dilemmas? 5 common areas When the application or boundary of an ethical standard is unclear
When standards conflict with institutional demands
When there are conflicting loyalties
When a professional finds it difficult to adhere to an ethical standard
When good solutions seem unattainable<br>
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Making this more difficult with minors…. Is informed consent relevant for clients who have NO LEGAL right to give consent?
What are the boundaries of confidentiality for a youth whose parents are financially responsible and worried about the youth’s well being?
How can a you uphold responsibility to the identified client/child and the commitment not to abandon the client/child when the child’s parents abruptly disrupt services?<br>
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Ethical Theories and Principles Utilitarianism
Consequences or effects of a decision
Which option creates the greatest good for the greatest number? Deontological/Rule based
Duty, obligation, and universal moral principles
Some actions are inherently right or wrong regardless of context or outcomes<br>
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Other Principles Autonomy (right to make own life decisions without undue or unwarranted interference)
Beneficence (importance of doing good by enhancing another’s well-being)
Nonmaleficence (duty to prevent or reduce harm)
Fidelity (behaving in a trustworthy manner and keeping ones word)
Veracity (commitment to truthfulness)
Justice (equality in treatment and equal distribution of risks and benefits)<br>
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NASW Code of Ethics Core Values Service
Primary goal is to help people in need and to address social problems
Social Justice
Challenge social injustice
Dignity and Worth of the Person
Respect the inherent dignity and worth of the person
Importance of Human Relationships
Recognize the central importance of human relationships
Integrity
Behave in a trust worthy manner
Competence
Practice within areas of competence and develop/enhance professional expertise<br>
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Ethics, Professionalism and Boundaries intertwine Homelessness is a gray area and it is different!
Multiple agencies with various perspectives impacting delivery of services
Homelessness is a critical human experience
Stigma
Oppression
Social Justice
Socio-political<br>
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Group Activity and Discussion<br>
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Ethical Decision-Making Model Assess Options
Ethical theories and principles
Laws and policies
Values
Information
Standards of practice
Be Mindful of Process (How matters as much as What)
Consult
Document
Re-evaluate<br>
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We have bias We make mistakes We are human Brené Brown on Empathy (you tube)<br>
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This is work is personal Know your Bias
Know your triggers
Know your issues
Always invite learning
Be humble
Own your mistakes<br>
