Case 6 Gail And Louise Are Domestic Violence Workers Who Provide Outreach Services

Case 6
Gail and Louise are domestic violence workers who provide outreach services at the local courthouse. Because of the lack of an available private office, they conduct their peer supervision at a local coffeehouse, being careful only to identify their clients by their first name.
A. Does this violate the Code of Ethics?
I believe that it doesn’t violate the code of ethics. The helper is going beyond their scope to meet the need of the service user. Code 1.01 Commitment to Clients “Social worker’s primary responsibility is to promote the well-being of clients.” (Hand-out, Pg. 31) In this situation the social worker is aware of the client’s problems and making the proper arrangements to check on them and make sure that aren’t in need of

When choosing the precise setting it is important that the site is comfortable and convenient for both parties. It would be beneficial if the site was quiet and had internet connection. This would allow the clinician to have all the resources they needed during the session.
Case 7
Al saw Dale and his wife for several sessions of couples counseling. The day after one of their session, Dale called Al in an agitated state and said he “would not live without his wife.” When he hung up abruptly, Al tried to call him back, with no lick. Because he had other clients waiting, he took no further action. Later that night, he found out that Dale had killed his wife and himself. In responding to calls from the local newspaper and the police, Al acknowledged that Dale had called him, distraught, earlier in the day.
A. Did any of Al’s action or inaction violate the Code of Ethics?
Yes, as mandated or permissive reporter the phone call would alert most that there is some distress and alarm; that should not be overlooked. I would assume that is why Al tried to contact Dale back by phone. To refer back to the code of ethics: “1.01 Commitment to Clients – Social workers’ primary responsibility is to promote the well-being of clients. In general, clients’ interest are primary. However, social workers’ responsibility to the larger society or specific legal obligations may on limited occasions supersede the loyalty owed clients, and clients should be advised.” (Handout, Pg.