Some examples of ethical dilemmas are: A social worker’s personal or professional values conflict with serving their client A social worker’s values or conduct deviate from the professional code of ethics that governs social work A social worker must decide whether to break confidentiality for the good of their

It is divided into three sections, and is underpinned by the five fundamental principles of Integrity, Objectivity, Professional competence and due care, Confidentiality, and Professional behaviour

The fundamental values of the human services profession include respecting the dignity and welfare of all people; promoting self-determination; honoring cultural diversity; advocating for social justice; and acting with integrity, honesty, genuineness and objectivity

The Code serves as an ethical guide designed to assist members in constructing a course of action that best serves those utilizing counseling services and establishes expectations of conduct with a primary emphasis on the role of the professional counselor 5 The Code helps to support the mission of ACA

To cite a specific section of an ethics code, create a reference to the full code and then indicate the specific section in the in-text citation Use the language of the code to refer to sections (eg, sections, provisions, standards)

every 10 years

Ethics codes provide professional standards for counselors with the purpose of protecting the dignity and well-being of clients This helps counselors decide an appropriate plan of action for their clients and provides the ethical standards by which complaints and inquiries can be made regarding ACA members

Ethical Issues In Counseling With Children And Adults

• Maintaining Boundaries The most common ethical issue faced by mental health professionals is maintaining boundaries
• Professional Ability
• Personal Problems
• Maintaining Confidentiality
• Respecting Client Differences
• Getting the Authorities Involved
• Maintain Their Role
• Maintaining Therapy

Unethical behaviour has serious consequences for both individuals and organizations You can lose your job and reputation, organizations can lose their credibility, general morale and productivity can decline, or the behaviour can result in significant fines and/or financial loss