Everyday Ethical Decisions and Considerations for Counselors: Let’s Talk

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Everyday Ethical Decisions and Considerations for Counselors: Let’s Talk

TeleSeminar

October 17, 2007

2:30-4:00 EDT


Presented in Conjunction with the

Rehabilitation Counselors and Educators Association (RCEA)

National Rehabilitation Association (NRA)


Faculty

Anthony J. Langton, M.S., C.V.E.

Vivian M. Larkin, Ph.D., M.S.W., C.R.C.

John W. Lui, Ph.D., M.B.A., CDMS, C.R.C.

Spencer Mosley, M.S., L.P.C.


How the TeleSeminar Works

Pre-Training Activities Training Session Post-Training Follow-up


What should we be looking for?


Reviewing Pre-Training Activities

Analyzing Questionnaire Findings Case Study Information Other Issues or Concerns Email input any time to [email protected]


Questionnaire - Part A: Background Information

Make-up of Participants

Certifications and Licensures (Q1-2)

Work Settings (Q3)


Questionnaire: Background Info

How are ethical issues handled? Who do you usually consult with? (Q4)

Have you ever had to address an ethical issue concerning another rehabilitation professional? (Q5)

If so, how was the situation handled? (Q6)


Questionnaire: Background Info

Have you ever personally had questions raised concerning your professional ethics? (Q7)

How many trainings on ethics have you had? (Q8)


Questionnaire: Part B: Using the CRCC Professional Code of Ethics

Referencing personal credentials (Q10)

Counseling minors and others unable to give informed consent (Q11)

Precautions with unavoidable non-professional relationships (Q12)


Questionnaire: Using the CRCC Professional Code of Ethics

Dealing with computer access (Q13)

CRCC Code versus Laws & Statutes (Q14)

Dealing with cultural diversity (Q15)


Characteristics of ethical dilemmas

Choices must be made between two or more courses of action

There are significant consequences for taking either course of action

Each of the courses of action can be supported by one or more ethical principles

Ethical principle(s) supporting the unchosen course of action will be compromised


Q & A Call-in Segment Open

Question and Answer lines open for remainder of the TeleSeminar Call-in Procedure (press “*1” on telephone keypad to reach operator)


Questionnaire - Part C: Applying Ethical Standards

Scenario I: Bill and Jerry Was there a violation of law? (Q16)

Is there an ethical dilemma? (Q17)

If so, who was in question? (Q18)


Questionnaire - Part C: Applying Ethical Standards

Bill and Jerry scenario continued: What sections of the Code apply to this

scenario? (Q19)

What could Bill have done differently? (Q20)


Using a Decision Making Model

Making ethical decisions can be approached systematically

Corey, Corey, & Callanan (2003) suggest an 8-step linear model

Considers values, cultural beliefs, and personal experiences

Process can make decision-making easier and more consistent.


The Corey Model

1. Identify the problem

2. Identify the potential issues

3. Review the ethical codes

4. Know the relevant laws and regulations


Corey Model (cont.)

5. Obtain consultation

6. Consider possible courses of action

7. Consider the consequences of the courses of action

8. Choose a course of action


Case Study Scenario II: Discussion and Analysis

Background Information

Using the Corey Worksheet

Recommendations



1. Identify the problem

2. Identify the potential issues

3. Review the ethical codes

4. Know the relevant laws and regulations



5. Obtain consultation

6. Consider possible courses of action

7. Consider the consequences of the courses of action

8. Choose a course of action


Summary and Wrap-up

What do you find most challenging about maintaining high standards of ethical practice?


Summary

Potential ethical dilemmas surround us daily in our work

Differences between ethical decisions and ethical dilemmas

Consult with knowledgeable peers Contact relevant ethics board when

codes of ethics, principles and/or colleagues fail to provide an answer


Post-Training Follow-up

Continue discussions, or start new ones, on the Discussion Blog at http://teleseminarposttraining.blogspot.com/ Email Faculty [email protected]


Rehabilitation Counselor and Educators Association (RCEA)

Please visit our new website to find out more about opportunities in RCEA!

www.rehabcea.org Contact RCEA President Lynn Boza:

Email [email protected] Membership has its benefits!


Requesting Ethics CEU’s?

To receive 2.0 C.R.C.C. approved CEU ‘Ethics’ credits: Registration fees must have been received and

completed Evaluation Form must be returned to: Pathfinder Associates Attn: Spencer L. Mosley

317 Iroquois Avenue Green Bay, WI 54301 A Verification of Completion form will be emailed to

you for submittal to CRCC.

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Thank-you for participating!

For questions or additional information please contact:

Pathfinder Associates712 Woodcreek Ct.

Suite 301

Columbia, SC 29212

803.767.8043

[email protected]

www.pathfinderassociates.net

Everyday Ethical Decisions and Considerations for Counselors: Let’s Talk

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