Questions and Answers
What does Standard 1 emphasize for human service professionals?
What should clients be informed of regarding consent according to Standard 2?
According to Standard 3, client confidentiality can be breached without conditions.
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What action should a professional take if danger may occur to a client or others according to Standard 4?
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What does Standard 5 warn about multiple relationships?
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What is prohibited according to Standard 6?
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According to Standard 11, human service professionals must be knowledgeable about what?
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What should human service professionals do when facing legal or ethical dilemmas according to Standard 32?
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What does Standard 38 emphasize regarding human service educators?
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What is the focus of Standard 34 for human service professionals?
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Human service professionals promote social justice according to Standard 16.
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Describe what Standard 41 entails for human service educators.
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What is included in the responsibilities to the profession according to Standard 30?
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Study Notes
Ethical Standards for Human Services Professionals
- Standard 1: Emphasis on recognizing and leveraging client and community strengths.
- Standard 2: Importance of obtaining informed consent at the initiation of providing services; clients can withdraw consent anytime except by court order.
- Standard 3: Client confidentiality must be maintained, with exceptions for serious harm, legal requirements, or agency policy.
- Standard 4: Professionals must act to protect client and public safety if they suspect danger from a client, which may involve consulting or breaching confidentiality.
- Standard 5: Awareness of risks associated with multiple relationships; professionals should consider limiting those relationships when feasible.
- Standard 6: Strict prohibition of sexual or romantic relationships with current clients; caution advised with former clients and their families.
- Standard 7: Professionals must ensure personal values and biases do not influence client interactions.
- Standard 8: Protection of client records is critical; sharing requires prior written consent, barring legal obligations.
- Standard 9: Use of technology in service delivery must maintain confidentiality and comply with laws; clients should be informed of potential confidentiality issues.
- Standard 10: Commitment to non-discrimination across various demographics such as race, gender, religion, and socioeconomic status.
- Standard 11: Knowledge and respect for cultural diversity and its implications within the community and individual interactions.
- Standard 12: Awareness of legal frameworks is essential; professionals may advocate for changes in laws that conflict with ethical guidelines or harm clients.
- Standard 13: Staying informed on social issues affecting clients and communities; sharing relevant information during professional interactions.
- Standard 14: Recognition of social and political issues impacting diverse client backgrounds.
- Standard 15: Mechanism for assessing client needs and advocating for them at individual and community levels.
- Standard 16: Advocacy for social justice, aiming to eliminate oppression and raise awareness of underserved populations.
- Standard 17: Accurate representation of qualifications, avoiding misrepresentation in professional capacities.
- Standard 18: Clear communication regarding treatment effectiveness based on data; providing honest assessments of interventions.
- Standard 19: Avoid duplicate helping relationships; collaborate with other professionals for the client's best interest.
- Standard 20: Conflict resolution with colleagues should start through direct communication; seek assistance if necessary.
- Standard 21: Appropriate responses to unethical behavior among colleagues, including addressing or reporting as necessary.
- Standard 22: Confidentiality maintained in professional consultations unless client safety is at stake.
- Standard 23: Adherence to commitments made to employers regarding responsibilities.
- Standard 24: Participation in establishing effective workplace conditions for delivering high-quality client services.
- Standard 25: Addressing conflicts between employer obligations and client responsibilities collaboratively and transparently.
- Standard 26: Continuous professional development in understanding and effectively serving culturally diverse populations.
- Standard 27: Knowledge of professional scope; services only offered within expertise and skill set.
- Standard 28: Seeking consultation for dilemmas regarding ethical, legal, or professional matters.
- Standard 29: Promoting interprofessional collaboration for enhanced client services and professional growth.
- Standard 30: Commitment to the advancement of the profession through involvement in associations, research, and advocacy.
- Standard 31: Continuous exploration of effective practices and transparency in using experimental techniques with clients.
- Standard 32: Ethical conduct in research, ensuring rigor and consideration for cross-cultural biases.
- Standard 33: Judicious disclosure of personal information in social media; awareness of its implications on professional standing.
- Standard 34: Professionals must recognize their own cultural influences and biases, ensuring culturally competent services.
- Standard 35: Maintaining personal growth and self-awareness to provide optimal client services; redirecting clients if necessary due to personal limitations.
- Standard 36: Commitment to lifelong learning for effective service provision.
- Standard 37: Culturally sensitive teaching approaches developed and implemented by educators.
- Standard 38: Commitment to access and inclusivity for differently-abled students in education.
- Standard 39: High standards of scholarship maintained in professional services; engagement with professional development opportunities.
- Standard 40: Acknowledgment of students' contributions to educational activities.
- Standard 41: Monitoring student field experiences to ensure safety and quality learning opportunities.
- Standard 42: Establishing guidelines for student disclosures to protect their interests and provide options for self-disclosure.
- Standard 43: Understanding power dynamics in educator-student relationships; strive for ethical, equitable, and fair treatment.
- Standard 44: Educators must inform students of ethical standards and policies relevant to their training and responsibilities.
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Test your knowledge of the National Organization for Human Services (NOHS) ethical standards for professionals. This quiz covers key standards that guide human service practitioners in their work with clients and communities.
