The topics [of record keeping] are of pressing importance, and their complexities merit or close attention” (p. 242). This Resources ● Barnett, J. E., & Johnson, W. B. (2008). Ethics desk reference for psychologists. American Psychological Association. ● Written for psychologists and useful for cognate professionals, this reference supports mental health professionals in navigating ethical responsibilities. ● Barsky, A. (2009). Ethics and values in social work: An integrated approach. Oxford University Press. ● For practitioners interested in learning more about social work ethics, this resource provides practice vignettes, discussion questions, and role-playing exercises. ● Corey, G., Corey, M. S., & Callanan, P. (2014). Issues and ethics in the helping professions (9th ed.). Thomson. ● Written by marriage and family therapists, this book emphasizes a practitioner’s critical thinking as an approach to managing ethical concerns and includes opportunities for self-directed learning. ● Corey, G., Haynes, R. H., Moulton, P., & Muratori, M. (2020). Clinical supervision in the helping professions: A practical guide. John Wiley & Sons. ● Guide for practicing supervisors seeking the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively supervise others offering a unique glimpse at key issues in the theory and practice of supervision. ● Kantrowitz, J. L. (2006). Writing about patients: Responsibilities, risks, and ramifications. Other Press. ● Interviews with psychoanalysts comprise an exposition on the ethical conundrum of publishing cases, balancing the need to advance professional literature with the necessity of protecting client confidentiality. ● Martha St. Enterprises, Inc. (2009). You can learn to write effective, clear and professional case notes. ● http://www.become-an-effective-psychotherapist.com/ case-notes.html ● This website describes charting as the practice of keeping objective documentation on clinical interventions. Numerous and specific examples of different types of case notes are provided. ● National Association of Social Workers (NASW). (2017). NASW, ASWB, CSWE, & CSWA Standards Appendix: Summaries of Ethics Codes Relevant information regarding record keeping American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy Ethics Code (2015) http://www.aamft.org/imis15/content/legal_ethics/code_of_ ethics.aspx Standard II: Confidentiality 2.5 MFTs [marriage and family therapists] comply with applicable laws and professional standards with respect to storing, safeguarding, and disposing of records such that clients’ confidentiality is protected. 2.6 MFTs arrange for the confidentiality, storage, transfer, safeguard, or disposal of client records in the event of the therapist’s move from the area, practice closure, or death in conformance with applicable laws. Standard III: Professional Competence and Integrity 3.5 MFTs maintain clinical and financial records in accordance with applicable law. Standard VI: Technology-Assisted Professional Services 6.2 MFTs make clients aware of the risks and responsibilities associated with the use of technology-assisted services in writing. 6.3 MFTs make clients aware of limitations and protections offered by the therapist’s technology in writing.
course provides the information and knowledge needed to better understand the complexities of documentation.
for Technology in Social Work Practice. NASW Press. https://www.naswpress.org/product/53594/nasw-aswb- cswe-amp-cswa-standards-for-technology-in-social-work- practice ● This publication provides a uniform set of technology standards to use as a guide in practice. ● National Association of Social Workers (NASW). Legal issue of the month. ● http://www.socialworkers.org/ldf/legal_issue/default.asp ● The “Legal Issue of the Month” addresses a particular legal topic relevant to social work practice that focuses on a recent court decision or emerging legal issue. The site hosts 100 free legal articles for NASW members and addresses commonly asked questions as well as complex current or ethically challenging issues. ● NASW. (2007). Social workers and e-therapy. http://www. socialworkers.org/ldf/legal_issue/2007/200704.asp ● This article discusses various electronic modalities of treatment, social work practice standards, and research. It also touches on the relationship that other health professions have with electronic media. ● National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). (2016). National Board for Certified ● Counselors policy regarding the provision of distance professional services. ● http://www.nbcc.org/Assets/Ethics/ NBCCPolicyRegarding PracticeofDistanceCounselingBoard.pdf ● This policy provides information for counselors regarding the use of technology in the delivery of counseling services. ● Reamer, F. G. (2012). Boundary issues and dual relationships in the human services. Columbia University Press. ● This book offers a thorough analysis of common boundary issues in the helping professions. Specific examples with suggested guidance on risk management are highlighted in each chapter. 6.4 MFTs ensure that documentation that is stored or transferred electronically adheres to best practices with respect to maintaining confidentiality and quality services. MFTs are to notify clients in writing of the technology’s limitations and protections. Standard VIII: Financial Arrangements 8.6 MFTs may not withhold records because of non-payment for services, except as otherwise provided by law. American Counseling Association Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice (2014) http://www.counseling.org/Resources/aca-code-of-ethics. pdf Section A: The Counseling Relationship A.2.a. Informed Consent Clients choose whether or not to enter into or remain in a counseling relationship. Clients should be provided with information verbally and in writing about the counselor and what to expect from the counseling process. Counselors review in writing and verbally with clients the clients’ and counselors’ rights and responsibilities. Informed consent is revisited and documented throughout the counseling process.
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