Introduction To Helping Relationships.ppt

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1、Introduction To Helping Relationships,PowerPoint produced by Melinda Haley, M.S., New Mexico State University.“This multimedia product and its contents are protected under copyright law. The following are prohibited by law:any public performance or display, including transmission of an image over a

2、network;preparation of any derivative work, including the extraction, in whole or part, of any images;any rental, lease, or lending of the program.”“Copyright Allyn & Bacon 2004”,Ethical and Legal Issues in the Helping Professions,What is the difference between ethics and law?Ethics are moral princi

3、ples and ideal standards adopted by a professional organization that seeks to guide the professional behavior and conduct of its members. Ethics define what is right or correct. These concepts are dynamic and can change over time.Laws: Rules of behavior established by courts and legislatures for def

4、ining the minimum standards of individual and community conduct and behavior.“Copyright Allyn & Bacon 2004”,Ethical and Legal Issues in the Helping Professions,Ethics are based on cultural beliefs and values: Western Values that Guide Ethical Codes for Most American HelpersRespect for authority.The

5、obligation to “do no harm.”The obligation to prevent harm.Justice, meaning equal distribution of burdens and benefits.Fidelity or trust within relationships.Truthfulness“Copyright Allyn & Bacon 2004”,Ethical and Legal Issues in the Helping Professions,Dual Relationships: Having overlapping roles wit

6、h the helpee (e.g. helpee is also a friend, lover, boss, employee etc.)Power differentialConflicts of interestsAffects both the helper/helpee relationship and the relationship outside of the helping situation.“Copyright Allyn & Bacon 2004”,Ethical and Legal Issues in the Helping Professions,Physical

7、 Contact: Sexual relationshipsSexual harassment (solicitation, verbal or non-verbal suggestions, or physical advances.)Touching helpees in session (controversial)“Copyright Allyn & Bacon 2004”,Ethical and Legal Issues in the Helping Professions,Helper Competence and Limitations: Provide services onl

8、y in areas where you have been trained and have expertise.Do not claim training or professional qualifications you do not posses.Correct misunderstandings about your credentials.“Copyright Allyn & Bacon 2004”,Ethical and Legal Issues in the Helping Professions,Informed Consent: Information needs to

9、be given regarding:Limitations and expectations of the helping relationshipBackground of the helperCosts of servicesLimits of confidentiality“Copyright Allyn & Bacon 2004”,Ethical and Legal Issues in the Helping Professions,Incidents that need to be reported immediately: Threats of suicide.Threats o

10、f danger to others (e.g. threats of homicide).Evidence of abuse (e.g. child, elder).Accusations of sexual harassment.“Copyright Allyn & Bacon 2004”,Ethical and Legal Issues in the Helping Professions,Privileged CommunicationThe right of the helpee to keep confidentiality within the helping relations

11、hip even when requested by the court or subpoenaed.This right belongs to the helpee and not the helper.“Copyright Allyn & Bacon 2004”,Ethical and Legal Issues in the Helping Professions,Record KeepingKeep records locked in a file, not just in a locked office.The helpee must be told who else besides

12、the helper will have access to the file and under what circumstances (e.g managed care organization employees, courts etc).“Copyright Allyn & Bacon 2004”,Ethical and Legal Issues in the Helping Professions,MalpracticeWhen the behavior of the helper is deemed “incompetent or beyond the scope of pract

13、ice.”It is usually filed as a result of boundary violations (e.g. dual relationships, sexual relationships).“Copyright Allyn & Bacon 2004”,Ethical and Legal Issues in the Helping Professions,Protection From HarmMost helpers (e.g. social workers, counselors, psychologists) are legally mandated report

14、ers of abuse of children or the elderly.“Copyright Allyn & Bacon 2004”,Introduction to Helping Relationships Presentation Resources,Brammer, L. M. & MacDonald, G. (1999). The helping relationship: Process and skills, 7th ed. Needham Heights, MA.: Allyn & Bacon.Kottler, J. A. (2000). Nuts and bolts of helping, 1st ed. Needham Heights, MA: Allyn & Bacon.“Copyright Allyn & Bacon 2004”,