The moral principles and values that guide professional behavior and decision-making in social work case management.
Ethical principles: An overview of the basic ethical principles such as autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence and justice which guide social work case management.
Code of Ethics: Familiarization with the NASW Code of Ethics and its relevance in social work case management.
Confidentiality: Understanding the importance of confidentiality in maintaining the privacy of clients and the ethics of sharing client information.
Informed consent: The importance of obtaining informed consent from clients before any intervention and the ethical implications of not obtaining consent.
Values and personal biases: Awareness of personal values and biases and their impact on social work case management decision making.
Cross-cultural competency: Understanding the cultural diversity of clients and the importance of being culturally competent in social work case management practice.
Boundary issues: Identifying and managing boundary issues that may arise in social work case management practice.
Dual relationships: Understanding the ethical boundaries that need to be maintained while working with clients, and avoiding dual relationships.
Treatment planning: Developing ethical and culturally competent treatment plans that are client-centered, informed and realistic.
Legal considerations: Familiarization with legal frameworks governing social work case management practice and ethical implications of breaking the law.
Ethical dilemmas: An overview of ethical dilemmas that may arise in social work case management and strategies to address them in an ethical and culturally competent manner.
Self-care: Recognizing the importance of self-care in social work case management and maintaining professional boundaries, avoiding burnout and compassion fatigue.
Communication: Effective communication with clients, colleagues, and other professionals, and utilizing ethical communication techniques.
Documentation: Proper documentation of social work case management interventions in accordance with ethical and legal guidelines.
Professional conduct: Maintaining professional conduct to maintain the integrity of social work case management, including dress, punctuality, and appropriate behavior.
Personal ethics: This refers to an individual's personal principles and values that guide their behavior and decisions.
Professional ethics: These are the ethical guidelines laid out by professional organizations, outlining the expected standards of behavior and best practices for professionals within their field.
Social ethics: These are the ethical principles that focus on the well-being and rights of society as a whole, rather than on individuals or organizations.
Religious ethics: Many religious beliefs and practices have their own set of ethical principles that guide members of that community in their daily lives.
Cultural ethics: Cultural ethics refer to the ethical principles and traditions of a specific culture, including values, beliefs, and practices that have been passed down through generations.
Legal ethics: These are the ethical principles and rules that apply to the legal profession, including attorneys and judges.
Environmental ethics: Environmental ethics focus on the moral responsibility to protect and preserve the natural world and its resources.
Medical ethics: These are the ethical principles and guidelines that apply to healthcare providers, including doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals.
Business ethics: Business ethics are the principles and guidelines that guide ethical behavior in the corporate world, including ethics in negotiations, decision-making, and corporate social responsibility.
Communication ethics: Communication ethics focus on the responsibility of communicators and how they communicate with others in a compassionate, honest, and respectful way.