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Everyday Ethical Decisions and Considerations for Counselors: Let’s Talk
TeleSeminar
October 17, 2007
2:30-4:00 EDT
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Presented in Conjunction with the
Rehabilitation Counselors and Educators Association (RCEA)
National Rehabilitation Association (NRA)
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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.
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How the TeleSeminar Works
Pre-Training Activities Training Session Post-Training Follow-up
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What should we be looking for?
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Reviewing Pre-Training Activities
Analyzing Questionnaire Findings Case Study Information Other Issues or Concerns Email input any time to [email protected]
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Questionnaire - Part A: Background Information
Make-up of Participants
Certifications and Licensures (Q1-2)
Work Settings (Q3)
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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)
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Questionnaire: Background Info
Have you ever personally had questions raised concerning your professional ethics? (Q7)
How many trainings on ethics have you had? (Q8)
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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)
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Questionnaire: Using the CRCC Professional Code of Ethics
Dealing with computer access (Q13)
CRCC Code versus Laws & Statutes (Q14)
Dealing with cultural diversity (Q15)
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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
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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.
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The Corey Model
1. Identify the problem
2. Identify the potential issues
3. Review the ethical codes
4. Know the relevant laws and regulations
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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
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Case Study Scenario II: Discussion and Analysis
Background Information
Using the Corey Worksheet
Recommendations
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Using the Corey Worksheet
1. Identify the problem
2. Identify the potential issues
3. Review the ethical codes
4. Know the relevant laws and regulations
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Using the Corey Worksheet
5. Obtain consultation
6. Consider possible courses of action
7. Consider the consequences of the courses of action
8. Choose a course of action
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Summary and Wrap-up
What do you find most challenging about maintaining high standards of ethical practice?
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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
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Post-Training Follow-up
Continue discussions, or start new ones, on the Discussion Blog at http://teleseminarposttraining.blogspot.com/ Email Faculty [email protected]
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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!
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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
www.pathfinderassociates.net
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