HUS3000 Rasmussen Module 1 Fictitious Human Service Agency Assignment Module 01 – The Ethical Compass Project Overview For this course project you will d

HUS3000 Rasmussen Module 1 Fictitious Human Service Agency Assignment Module 01 – The Ethical Compass

Project Overview

For this course project you will develop a code of ethics for a fictitious human service agency. Your job is to develop a list of rules, regulations and guidelines to govern your employees’ professional conduct. You will need to be specific and set clear expectations delineating those behaviors and practices which will not be tolerated. Your code of ethics will address the following work domains: Client-worker boundaries, documentation, mandated reporting, conflicts of interest, confidentiality, nepotism, personal relationships and interaction among colleagues and supervisors. The final submission will be a formalized document and should be approximately 5 pages in length. Include credible sources where required.

Due Date

There will be individual assignments along the way. The assignment and the module they are due are noted in bold on the time line below. As you can see, your first assignment “Worker-Client Boundaries” is due this module.

Time Line

Module

Assignment

01

Introduction
Worker-Client Boundaries – past due

02

Mandated Reporting and Documentation – due 2/25/18

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Conflicts of Interest – due 3/4/18

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Confidentiality – due 3/11/18

05

Nepotism and Colleague Supervisor Relationships – due 3/18/18

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Final submission – due 4/1/18 Module 01 Course Project – Worker-Client Boundaries
To help you complete this part of your submission, you are encouraged to use search engines and
other Rasmussen resources. Review codes of ethics from various governing bodies and human
service agencies. Do not copy their material but rather use the codes as a guideline and template.
In a 1-2 page paper discuss the following:
1. The type of service your agency provides (Be brief with this information, as the greater focus
should be on the rules and regulations).
2. Discuss worker-client boundaries.
Consider the following:
o Will you allow workers or clients to give and/or receive gifts? Is physical contact
permitted?
o Can workers share personal information with clients?
o What type of contact with clients if any is permitted outside the agency setting? Can
workers connect with clients on Face Book?
o This list is not inclusive and you can address other worker-client rules as you deem
appropriate.
Module 02 Course Project – Mandated Reporting and Documentation
For this section of the course project you will be asked to write agency policy regarding mandated
reporting.
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Under what circumstances must a worker report abuse, neglect, danger to self or others etc..?
Will there be a chain-of-command in the reporting process?
Within what time-frame must hotline calls be made?
What are your rules concerning documentation?
Within what time-frame should it be completed? What types of documentation are not
appropriate? Be specific. Give examples.
The submission should be approximately 1 to 2 pages in length.
Module 03 Course Project – Conflicts of Interest
As you continue developing a code of ethics for your agency, this week you will be asked to address
potential conflicts of interest. In a 1-2 page paper, address the following:
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What are your rules for serving clients who have close friends and family members who work for
the agency?
Will you permit coworkers to engage in social relationships/friendships outside of the work
environment?
Will you permit coworkers to date and/or engage in a romantic relationship?
Will you permit workers to bring outside solicitation into the agency e.g. Girl Scout cookie forms,
school fund raisers, private business ventures etc.?
Module 04 Course Project- Confidentiality
For this section of the course project you will provide rules for your agency’s policy on confidentiality.
In a 1-2 page submission, address the following:
Will the workers be required to sign specific forms about stating that they will abide by the agency’s
confidentiality practices?
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What are the agency’s rules for addressing a client in a public setting?
Under what conditions, if any, can a worker share information concerning a client?
What are the rules regarding client confidentiality in supervision or team meetings?
How will you obtain a client’s permission legally to share information with others?
Module 05 Course Project- Nepotism and Colleague- Supervisor Relationships
For this section of the course project you are being asked to address the issue of
nepotism. Nepotism refers to the practicing of showing favoritism in hiring practices, by choosing
family members or close friends over more qualified candidates. The practice also includes showing
favoritism with close friends or family members who are already employed with the agency. In a 1-2
page paper include the following:
What are your agency’s policies about hiring friends and family members?
Can a supervisor become romantically involved with a worker?
Can a supervisor socialize with subordinates outside of the work environment?
Module 06 Course Project- Final Submission
Your final submission is due. Provide titles and subtitles for each section of project where appropriate.
Your final submission should include a compilation of each section of the course project synthesized into
one cohesive paper. Prior to submission, be sure to make changes and revisions based on your
instructor’s feedback. Review grammar and punctuation. Your paper should be a minimum of 5 pages in
length. Submit your paper in APA format.

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