For this assignment, imagine we are the supervisor of case managers who come to us for support and guidance. You have noticed a theme of questions that are frequently asked, which mostly surround ethical concerns. As a leader in the human services field, our task is to make a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) flyer that will be handed out to our employees.

Assignment Directions

On the top of the flyer, include a statement defining ethics and what the purpose of the NOHS Ethical Standards is. Then, include a question-and-answer format answering all seven questions below. In each response, ensure you provide a rationale for your answer and include the specific applicable NOHS Ethical Standard that you are relying on in each response. Ethical Standards for HS Professionals (nationalhumanservices.org)

Please respond to the following:

2. Should I accept or decline a gift that a client attempts to give to me? Is it okay if I give my clients a gift?
4. There are times when I want to refer my client to a specific service (e.g., counseling), and they decline. Should I put the referral in anyway?
6. What do I do if my personal values conflict with my client's values?
8. My client has a business I would like to purchase services from. Is it okay to hire my client? Examples can include as a gardener, realtor, chiropractor, and so forth.
10. Parents of my youth client request that I disclose all information that the youth tells me. Do I tell them everything my youth client discusses with me?
12. I find my career highly rewarding. Am I allowed to share my experiences on social media?
14. I have noticed a colleague engaging in unethical behavior. How do I handle this?