Ethical dilemmas can sometimes leave you at a crossroads! As clinicians, we encounter roadblocks which can cloud our decision making and lead to the wrong course of action. When ethical violations are made, it is most disheartening to know the harm caused to the clients we serve.
To aid clinicians in navigating this challenging road of ethical dilemmas in-person and virtually, this interactive course will take you on a personal journey to do the right thing. Clinicians will learn to apply foundational ethical principles and use best practices such as the Code of Ethics and decision-making models when faced with ethical dilemmas.
(Trainer: Alesha Perkins is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia and North Carolina and a Certified Case Manager. Alesha has over 19 years of experience in the social work field with focuses on medical social work, child protective services, case management, mental health and substance abuse counseling. Ten years ago she began her instructional career providing ethics trainings to dialysis providers, and since then has created and facilitated numerous trainings for mental health and medical professionals. Alesha is a former Clinical Director for a mental health agency and currently works for a health insurance provider as a Program Manager. In addition, she provides clinical supervision and is an instructor for Perkins Medical Services which is family-owned and has been in business for 21 years.)
https://nefesh.org/workshops/ethicalfeb8/viewFREE WEBINAR
Navigating The Challenging Road of Ethical Dilemmas in Mental Health
Previously Recorded
Presenter: Alesha Perkins, LCSW
Course Length: 3 Hours
Learning Objectives:
- Define ethics.
- Identify and recognize the Code of Ethics as an ethical guideline.
- Identify ethical dilemmas.
- Utilize decision making models and additional tools/resources as best practices.
- Describe best practices of telehealth.
- Identify what constitutes an ethical violation and legal ramifications.
- Engage in group exercises/discussions to determine best practices for handling ethical dilemmas.
This workshop Offers 3 Continuing Education Credits
This webinar is recorded and will not grant live credits.
Ethical dilemmas can sometimes leave you at a crossroads! As clinicians, we encounter roadblocks which can cloud our decision making and lead to the wrong course of action. When ethical violations are made, it is most disheartening to know the harm caused to the clients we serve.
To aid clinicians in navigating this challenging road of ethical dilemmas in-person and virtually, this interactive course will take you on a personal journey to do the right thing. Clinicians will learn to apply foundational ethical principles and use best practices such as the Code of Ethics and decision-making models when faced with ethical dilemmas.
(Trainer: Alesha Perkins is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia and North Carolina and a Certified Case Manager. Alesha has over 19 years of experience in the social work field with focuses on medical social work, child protective services, case management, mental health and substance abuse counseling. Ten years ago she began her instructional career providing ethics trainings to dialysis providers, and since then has created and facilitated numerous trainings for mental health and medical professionals. Alesha is a former Clinical Director for a mental health agency and currently works for a health insurance provider as a Program Manager. In addition, she provides clinical supervision and is an instructor for Perkins Medical Services which is family-owned and has been in business for 21 years.)
Learning Objectives:
- Define ethics.
- Identify and recognize the Code of Ethics as an ethical guideline.
- Identify ethical dilemmas.
- Utilize decision making models and additional tools/resources as best practices.
- Describe best practices of telehealth.
- Identify what constitutes an ethical violation and legal ramifications.
- Engage in group exercises/discussions to determine best practices for handling ethical dilemmas.
Agenda:
Starting the Journey:
- Ethical Self-Assessment (evaluating your own thoughts about ethics/values)
- Define Ethics and where Ethics originate
Avoiding Accidents:
- How to identify ethical dilemmas
- Utilize the Code of Ethics (NASW, ACA or AAMFT) as an ethical guideline
- Discuss the importance of self-care as defined in the code of ethics
- Examine different ethical decision-making models and best practices
Detour:
- Maintain informed consents and confidentiality virtually
- Understand regulatory provisions for telehealth
- Use of best practices and ethical use of technology
- Case Scenarios (determine ethical dilemma and utilize code of ethics or decision-making model for best solution)
Encountering Roadblocks:
- Examine common ethical violations
- Develop professional boundaries
- Case scenarios (determine ethical dilemma and utilize code of ethics or decision-making model)
- Review legal ramifications of ethical violations
Ending the Journey:
- Where do we go from here: Helpful tips to prevent legal issues
4. Exploring Antisemitism and Therapeutic Alliance.
Please edit the learning objectives to the following:
1. Locate and articulate 2-3 specific biases stemming from antisemitism in culture and society, demonstrating an understanding of their origins and manifestations."
2. Identify and articulate 1-3 specific instances of
suffering related to antisemitism in clinical settings, illustrating the impact
on the therapeutic alliance.
3. Demonstrate proficiency in using 1-2 scripted responses that acknowledge
Jewish suffering with sensitivity and competence, enhancing therapeutic
communication.
This presentation is open to:
- Social Workers
- Professional Counselors
- Therapists
- Psychologists
- Licensed Mental Health Practitioners
- Medical Doctors and Other Health Professionals
- Other professionals interacting with populations engaged in mental health based services
- New practitioners who wish to gain enhanced insight surrounding the topic
- Experienced practitioners who seek to increase and expand fundamental knowledge surrounding the subject matter
- Advanced practitioners seeking to review concepts and reinforce practice skills and/or access additional consultation
- Managers seeking to broaden micro and/or macro perspectives
Participants will receive their certificate electronically upon completion of the webinar and course evaluation form.
- NEFESH International is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0048.
- NEFESH International is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for Mental Health Counselor #MHC-0082
- CE You! is an approved sponsor of the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners for continuing education credits for licensed social workers in Maryland.
CE You! maintains responsibility for this program. - NEFESH International is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed marriage and family therapists #MFT-0046
- NEFESH International, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0116.