The Use Of Modern Technology In Social Work,
2011
Rhode Island College
The Use Of Modern Technology In Social Work, Frederic Reamer
Frederic G Reamer
The article focuses on ethical dilemmas regarding the use of modern technology in social work practice. The practice of social work has changed dramatically since its formal inception nearly a century ago. Methods of intervention, theories of human behavior and the social environment, research agendas, funding and reimbursement procedures, and training programs have evolved over the years to keep pace with an ever expanding number of social and personal problems with which social workers deal. Although some of the profession's contemporary concerns are comparable to those faced by the earliest social workers, others were unknown to social work's first practitioners. …
Aids, Social Work, And The "Duty To Protect",
2011
Rhode Island College
Aids, Social Work, And The "Duty To Protect", Frederic Reamer
Frederic G Reamer
This article discusses social workers' obligation in cases where clients with aquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) pose a threat to a third party. Emphasis is on cases where a client diagnosed with AIDS withholds that information from a sexual partner. Legal and ethical issues concerning the limits of confidentiality and the social worker's "duty to protect" third parties are reviewed. Relevant case law and emerging ethical standards in various professions are summarized. The author reviews legal precedents concerning disclosure of confidential information without a client's permission and discusses their relevance to AIDS cases. Implications and guidelines for social workers are …
The Community Of Rights / Book Review,
2011
Rhode Island College
The Community Of Rights / Book Review, Frederic Reamer
Frederic G Reamer
Reviews the book "The Community of Rights" by A. Gewirth.
Social Work Scholarship And Gatekeeping,
2011
Rhode Island College
Social Work Scholarship And Gatekeeping, Frederic Reamer
Frederic G Reamer
This article responds to Pardeck and Meinert’s claim that editorial board members for the journal Social Work lack adequate records of scholarship. Pardeck and Meinert raise a number of compelling points about the qualifications of the journal’s editorial board members. The author argues, however, that Pardeck and Meinert’s results might be different if they broadened their definition of scholarship to include books and anthology chapters, and examined a more substantial time period. Furthermore, the author argues that many qualified editorial board members can be drawn from the ranks of accomplished scholars who are at a point in their careers where …
The Social Work Ethics Audit,
2011
Rhode Island College
The Social Work Ethics Audit, Frederic Reamer
Frederic G Reamer
In recent years, social work's knowledge base related to professional ethics has expanded significantly. However, most practicing social workers concluded their formal professional education at a time when comprehensive ethics education was not a critical or mandated component of the curriculum. This article integrates current knowledge on social work ethics and introduces the concept of a social work ethics audit to aid social workers in their efforts to identify pertinent ethical issues; review and assess the adequacy of their current ethics-related practices; modify their practices as needed; and monitor the implementation of these changes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR].
Deciding For Others,
2011
Rhode Island College
Deciding For Others, Frederic Reamer
Frederic G Reamer
One of the sadder features of life is that some individuals lose or never develop the ability to make decisions for themselves. Limitations due to age, mental disability, or physical disability sometimes interfere with individuals' capacity to make important judgments about their medical treatment, financial arrangements, and other personal matters.
Ethical Issues In Counseling / Book Review,
2011
Rhode Island College
Ethical Issues In Counseling / Book Review, Frederic Reamer
Frederic G Reamer
Since the late 1970s, the professions have paid increased attention to ethical issues. Professions as diverse as law, medicine, engineering, business, journalism, nursing, law enforcement, psychology, and social work have taken a keen interest in the ethical dimensions of practice.
Aids And Ethics,
2011
Rhode Island College
Aids And Ethics, Frederic Reamer
Frederic G Reamer
The seriousness of the AIDS crisis is well known. Since the first case was documented in Los Angeles in 1981, the media have been filled with research updates, documentaries, and exposes on the dreaded disorder. Reports and case studies have ranged from informative to sensational. They have included serious academic studies, educational overviews targeted for the general public, and columns in weekly tabliods.
Social Workers' Management Of Error,
2011
Rhode Island College
Social Workers' Management Of Error, Frederic Reamer
Frederic G Reamer
Social workers, like all professionals, sometimes make mistakes. For example, they may disclose clients' confidential information inappropriately, fail to respond to clients' reasonable requests in a timely manner, or engage in improper dual relationships with clients. Ideally, social workers who err would follow a protocol that honors the profession's commitment to responsible and honest communication and minimizes the practical risks faced by social workers who might be named in lawsuits, licensing board complaints, and ethics complaints. This article explores the nature and forms of social work error and possible constructive responses to it that (a) protect clients, (b) minimize risk …
The Free Will-Determinism Debate And Social Work,
2011
Rhode Island College
The Free Will-Determinism Debate And Social Work, Frederic Reamer
Frederic G Reamer
Social workers'judgments about the determinants of clients' problems have a substantial effect on practitioners' willingness to provide assistance. There is considerable variation in professionals' beliefs about the extent to which clients are themselves responsible for their difficulties, as opposed to factors that are beyond their control. This article examines the philosophical controversy known as the free will-determinism debate, and assesses its implications for the profession of social work.
Ethics Committees In Social Work,
2011
Rhode Island College
Ethics Committees In Social Work, Frederic Reamer
Frederic G Reamer
This article discusses the need of professional ethics committees, which will provide guidelines for social workers on the moral needs and limitations of their clients. Course content in social work training programs, workshops, and literature on the subject have increased substantially since the mid-1970s. In part, this is due to increased awareness among social workers that decisions in practice often contain ethical issues that clinical and technical tools alone cannot resolve. Complex decisions about limitations on clients' right to confidentiality or self -determination, allocation of limited social service resources, and whistle blowing have led social workers to seek guidelines to …
The Mystery Of Goodness,
2011
Rhode Island College
The Mystery Of Goodness, Frederic Reamer
Frederic G Reamer
Reviews the book `The Mystery of Goodness: Positive Moral Consequences of Psychotherapy,' by Mary Nichols. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR].
Aids And Social Work,
2011
Rhode Island College
Aids And Social Work, Frederic Reamer
Frederic G Reamer
Social workers are becoming increasingly involved in casework and social policy debate related to the acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) crisis. To enhance their delivery of services and contribution to policy formulation, social workers need to be familiar with a wide range of ethical and civil liberties issues that have been generated by the AIDS epidemic. This article provides an overview of six major ethical and civil liberties issues pertaining to social work practice related to AIDS: (1) mandatory screening and testing of clients for the immunodeficiency virus (HIV), (2) client access to health insurance, (3) professionals' duty to treat …
The Affordable Housing Crisis And Social Work,
2011
Rhode Island College
The Affordable Housing Crisis And Social Work, Frederic Reamer
Frederic G Reamer
The article examines the housing crisis in the United States in 1989. It also focuses on problems concerning the preservation of affordable housing and relationship between direct service and housing policy. An increasing percentage of social worker's clients are facing serious housing problems. Escalating housing costs and an inadequate supply of affordable housing have saddled low and moderate income. Americans with a burden that is beyond their control. The magnitude and determinants of the current housing crisis are also examined. Also, problems concerning the preservation of existing affordable housing, and rent subsidies are reviewed. Finally, an overview of innovative approaches …
Clarifying Priorities In Social Work Education,
2011
Rhode Island College
Clarifying Priorities In Social Work Education, Frederic Reamer
Frederic G Reamer
This article clarifies priorities in social work education. One of the hottest controversies among people these days concerns the proliferation of social work education programs. Proponents claim the need to enhance students' access by increasing the number of pro- grams throughout the United States. Critics, however, worry about saturating certain geographical "markets" and inadequate quality control. Programs always develop reputations, whether deserved or not. Some become known as weak, others as strong. Others become tagged with "too clinical" or "not clinical enough." Whatever the labels, all programs seem to have them. Yet, the labels often have a life of their …
Cultivating Leadership In Social Work Education,
2011
Rhode Island College
Cultivating Leadership In Social Work Education, Frederic Reamer
Frederic G Reamer
The article focuses on the views of the author on issues related to leadership in schools of social work. As in all fields, along with weak and ineffectual leaders, there are a number of remarkably talented, bright, inspired, and inspirational leaders in social work education. Leadership is an ill-defined quality and can be exceedingly difficult to teach and develop..
Ethics, The Social Sciences, And Policy Analysis / Book Review,
2011
Rhode Island College
Ethics, The Social Sciences, And Policy Analysis / Book Review, Frederic Reamer
Frederic G Reamer
Reviews the book "Ethics, the Social Sciences, and Policy Analysis," edited by Daniel Callahan and Bruce Jennings..
Near And Farsightedness In Social Work Education,
2011
Rhode Island College
Near And Farsightedness In Social Work Education, Frederic Reamer
Frederic G Reamer
Sometimes being nearsighted is advantageous. In times of crisis, preoccupation with the long view can be disastrous. Rescue teams need to be able to focus intently on what is right before their eyes. Few want the emergency room surgeon to speculate for long about what may be way down the road for the patient whose life is on the line.
International Service And Higher Education: Toward A Vision For The Field,
2011
Washington University in St. Louis
International Service And Higher Education: Toward A Vision For The Field, Amanda Moore Mcbride, Eric Mlyn
Center for Social Development Research
International Service and Higher Education: Toward a Vision for the Field
Acciones Previstas Por Las/Los Estudiantes Del Programa De Trabajo Social De La Universidad De La Salle, Frente A Un Posible Terremoto En Bogotá,
2011
Universidad de La Salle, Bogotá
Acciones Previstas Por Las/Los Estudiantes Del Programa De Trabajo Social De La Universidad De La Salle, Frente A Un Posible Terremoto En Bogotá, Andrea Catalina Bajonero Ávila, Grettel Cohn
Trabajo Social
El presente documento es el resultado de la investigación realizada con estudiantes del programa de Trabajo Social de la Universidad de la Salle, la cual se propuso identificar las acciones previstas por los y las estudiantes del Programa de Trabajo Social, desde un nivel de conocimiento Exploratorio – Descriptivo que busca establecer la manera en que están organizados y preparados las y los entrevistados, y qué estrategias de acción tienen previstas, así como los conocimientos que poseen sobre el tema de terremotos, en el evento de presentarse un fenómeno de esta naturaleza en Bogotá.
