Code of Ethics

Question 1

respect and promote right to self-determination

Answer 1

when client is mentally alert/stable. if client is unstable mentally, hallucinated, intoxicated, DO NOT RESPECT SELF-DETERMINATION

Question 2

informed consent: a written agreement must be signed by the client

Answer 2

to undergo treatment after confidentiality, all potential risks, benefits, and costs are disclosed to client.

if minor/mentally unstable, the legal guardian must provide written consent

Question 3

avoid conflicts of interest

Answer 3

issues that interfere with the social worker’s impartial judgment and discretion, even if it result in termination with a particular client

do not provide therapy to 2 or more people who have a relationship with each other. provide referrals as needed

Question 4

avoid dual relationships

Answer 4

relationship with clients outside of therapy

ex-your client is a freelance painter-paying/asking a client to paint your office

Question 5

bartering

Answer 5

an exchange of goods for services it Noa allowed unless it’s common practice the community

Question 6

do not disclose any confidential info relating to the client without their written consent unless

Answer 6

required by law