- Within the context of Community Mental Health in Florida, explain what your first choice of action would be based on the scenario you chose, and explain why you made that choice. Support your answer using the NASW Code of Ethics and your agency policy when applicable.
Note: Be sure to indicate which scenario you chose in the title of your response. - APA format and references
Scenario 1
You are in the first weeks of your internship, and you hear the employees discussing a client in the hallway. They are using terms like “junkie,” “loser,” and “hopeless.” How do you handle this situation?
- Within the context of your agency, explain what your first choice of action would be based on the scenario you chose, and explain why you made that choice. Support your answer using the NASW Code of Ethics and your agency policy when applicable.
Note: Be sure to indicate which scenario you chose in the title of your response. - Your Instructor will then post an evaluation of the scenario in general terms and how to think critically
- about it.
- Imagine that each scenario has changed in the following way:
FLIPED FROM SCENARIO 1
You overhear the colleagues share that the client stated he wanted to “die,” and if he didn’t get admitted, he would “kill himself.” One of the colleagues stated, “He always says that—he’s never going to go through with it. Just ignore him.”
- Respond by explaining what your next steps would be in the situation, and explain why you chose those steps.
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Ethical Decision-Making Tree
When you encounter an ethical dilemma, a decision-making tree can help you think through the possible actions and choices.
Tips:
When you are unsure, take a break, and consult with your supervisor.
· Refer to your NASW Code of Ethics.
· Refer to your agency policy.
· Make notes to discuss in your next supervision meeting.
Note: If it is a reportable issue or safety issue, STOP immediately and consult with your field Instructor.
Ethical Dilemma
Is it a reportable issue?
NO
Does it conflict with the NASW Code of Ethics?
NO
Does it conflict with a personal value?
YES—STOP
Immediately seek supervision.
YES — STOP
Immediately seek supervison.
YES
Will it change the way you engage with the client?
NO
Are you unsure of what to do or say?
YES—STOP
Immediately seek supervision and process.
YES
Ask for a quick break and seek supervison.
NO
Looks like you are good to go.
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