...Code of Ethics Analysis Cynthia Bonilla HSM/230 Kristin Gage April 5, 2015 0Code of Ethics Analysis Resources you would explore to reach a better understanding of the issue would be; Specific principles or standards from the code, using correct APA citations, Examples of how the code guides conduct or fails to guide conduct in regard to this particular issue (a) Social workers should be alert to and avoid conflicts of interest that interfere with the exercise of professional discretion and impartial judgment. Social workers should inform clients when a real or potential conflict of interest arises and take reasonable steps to resolve the issue in a manner that makes the clients’ interests primary and protects clients’ interests to the greatest extent possible. In some cases, protecting clients’ interests may require termination of the professional relationship with proper referral of the client. (b) Social workers should not take unfair advantage of any professional relationship or exploit others to further their personal, religious, political, or business interests. (c) Social workers should not engage...
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...Code of Ethics Analysis Tina Levering HSM/230 May 17, 2015 Carrie Cooper Code of Ethics Analysis The purpose of the NASW Code of Ethics is to provide guidelines for social workers to follow that will aid them through making decisions that are of an ethical nature. In the field of social services a social worker will likely face many decisions in which this guide will be of great help. According the NASW Code of Ethics, there are six primary values that are accepted by social workers that are exclusive to the profession of social work. * Service * Social justice * Dignity and worth of a person * Importance of human relationships * Integrity * Competence One particular area that I would like to explore is Social Injustice. Under this category, social workers are required to have a complete understanding of the diversity and ethnicity of the areas in which they serve. Without having this understanding, a social worker is not able to practice social injustice that will allow equality of opportunity to all who need it. The social worker can use local census data as a basis for research to get a better understanding of the actual needs of the clientele it serves. For example, upon researching census data for York County, Pennsylvania where I live, the United States Census Bureau reports population by age, race, education, military status, housing type, income and percentages of persons living below poverty level. Additional research can also...
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...Code of Ethics Analysis LANCELOT PALMER HSM/230 February 8, 2015 MICHELE LEADER Code of Ethics Analysis I that the NASW code of ethics sufficiently covers the many areas where a human service worker could possible face any ethical dilemma. The guidelines laid out in the code provides adequate materials and information for training and coaching of new and present employees. The code covers all the areas, from the duty and responsibility of accepting employment in the field Manning, S. S. (2007) pp294. To the termination of service Manning, S. S. (2007) pp289. It gives clear instructions on how workers should conduct themselves and how they should relate to clients, coworkers and supervisors. In terms of my dilemma of presenting all the options to the client even if it goes against my personal beliefs system. The NASW code of ethics states “Social workers should be alert to and avoid conflicts of interest that interfere with the exercise of professional discretion and impartial judgment.”(p284) This covers any personal ethical dilemma any worker may face as the first obligation is to the client. The code notes that conflicts will arise and it is the duty of the worker to be alert and avoid the conflicts and to do so in an impartial manner. Although I think the NASW code of ethics is complete and efficient in the administering of guidelines to the human services industry, I think it is still necessary to evaluate it from time to time, as things and laws change. Amendments...
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...Module 3: Ethics Case Analysis UMUC UCSP-615A_9055 28 July 2015 Amy L. Pancio TurnItIn Score - 9% Introduction The case title, Quality Management – Signing off on a Substandard Product from Santa Clara University, is the basis for the following analysis. This case is based on Lauren who is a newly employed quality engineer whose job it was to make certain that the specifications of the customer’s needs are met based on a product her company was supplying. The technology company that Lauren is employed by was chosen because they had a good reputation for getting the job completed in a timely manner and producing quality work. Lauren faces an ethical dilemma when the testing of a product proves to be substandard and upper management wants to deliver the product so as to not to risk losing the contracted work with the customer. The report proved this product was just under substandard quality when placed in extreme conditions and so the managers felt this situation would be minimal and could pursue production without further costs or testing. This case will be analyzed to determine the ethical dilemma that Lauren faces in approving the substandard product and moving forward with production. Ethics To determine the ethics for this case study it is best to establish and understanding of ethics. The simple definition for ethics from the Oxford Dictionary (2015), states that they are “moral principles that govern a person’s or group’s behavior.” These principles...
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...Adam Fye Dr. Melo MGT 313-07 23 October 2015 Ethics Analysis Paper April 5, 2010 was a day that forever changed the lives of 29 coal miners from southern West Virginia, and their families. These twenty-nine men who worked at the Upper Big Branch (UBB) coal mine owned by the Massey Energy Corporation all perished in the largest mining disaster in over four decades. The dilemma that I will analyze in my paper is whether Massey Energy acted in an ethical manner with regards to the events at the UBB mine. The dilemma will be analyzed using two different ethical principles, the principle of lawfulness and the principle of harm. Along with the ethical principles, Massey will be subject to two different methods of ethical reasoning. These two methods are the human rights and utilitarian methods. After analyzing their actions in accordance to these principles and methods, I concluded by all accounts that Massey did not act in an ethical way. Ethical principles are society’s guide to moral behavior. They are basic behavioral rules that are considered essential for the preservation and continuation of organized life. One principle for ethical and moral behavior is the principle of lawfulness. This principle states that individuals are to not violate the law in order to act in an ethical fashion. Massey Energy Corporation was known for not adhering to governmental mandates that ensured the safety of the environment. Two years prior to the disaster at UBB, Massey violated policies...
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...He could inform the experimental group about the company intentions as he thinks the company might not have fully disclosed their intentions to them. Another option he can consider is to remain silent and see what happens afterwards though he will be guilty if things happen contrary to the expectations. The third option that John can consider is to confront the manager and enquire more about the selection of the group and what would happen if some challenges arise. These options have several ethical perspectives that John would apply in order to come up with the most amicable and ethical option to act upon. In order to make a moral and ethical decision, John can result to utilitarian analysis, Kantian analysis, or virtue ethical analysis of the...
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...Ethics Awareness Inventory Analysis GEN 480 Interdisciplinary Capstone Course I 4 April 2011 Dr. Joel Ginsburg Ethics Awareness Inventory Analysis Ethics is important to everyone for the society as a whole. Whether it is in a person’s professional career or personal life, ethics and morals play an important role. The key to an organization’s success is the way they handle business ethically. Although it is not always simple to do the right thing, it is something that must be done. Conducting an Ethics Awareness Inventory is a way someone can learn how they as individuals see ethics; what is important to them the most, and what is important to them the least. I completed this inventory, and will discuss how it relates to my personal and professional development, how my educational experience has affected my way of thinking ethically, how I use ethics in thinking and decision making, and the potential for situations to arise with others that have a different interpretation of ethical behavior. I have not yet decided what I want to do career wise. Currently, I have short-term in long-term goals that are a part of my professional development. In my personal life, it is important that I can provide for my family financially and emotionally. That is one of the main reasons why I have chosen to return to school as an adult. I also wish to become a father that my children can look up to. Having an education is one of the first steps. I try and do the right thing in my...
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...The ethical analysis can be conducted with the full understanding of what ethics in fact is. Ethics is all about proper behavior and acting for good; therefore, everyone has his/her own idea of what that means. In any case, the comparison of several ethical scandals should be based on the principles of action and the foundation of ethics. Being a large energy provider, Enron had its good and bad sides. Thus, in 2002 Enron announced its bankruptcy what turned out to be one of the biggest issues in American history. The company’s clients, investors and shareholders lost millions of dollars due to the drop in stock. In addition, many people lost their jobs or even the entire pensions. When and how did the issue start? In fact, there were a number...
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...Code of Ethics Analysis Paper PHL/323- Ethics in Management March 24, 2014 Code of Ethics Analysis Paper In today’s business environment, codes of ethics serve the purposes of guiding the everyday conduct of professionals, and all those (consultants, volunteers, and board members) who operate within a particular business or organization. The everyday conduct of professionals becomes important when servicing consumers, and is known to directly impact the community. Because codes of ethic govern ones conduct, it is imperative for business to consider the effectiveness of such codes that are outlines in their profession. The purpose of this analysis is to analyze the code of ethics established by the Arrow. In conducting such an analysis, I will first determine what is to be considered based on importance, and why such codes are important, and a justification will proceed. After providing a justification on the importance of such ethics, I will then attempt to analyze Arrow’s code of ethics, by considering how the code will be implemented, possible reactions from employees, and the effects the code will have on the organization as a whole. System of Inquiry After much deliberation, the following will include a system of inquiry that will be used to analyze the code of ethics established by the Arrow. Areas of inquiry will include: the organization definition of ethics, people issues, consumer confidence, corporate social responsibility, leadership responsibilities/activities...
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...Ethics in Accountancy Case Analysis Case 2-5: Eating Time 1. Frame the ethical issue: Should Kevin Lowe “eat time” by taking work home and not record the time? 2. Gathering all the facts: * Kevin Lowe is a new staff accountant at Stooges LLP * Kevin took 50% longer to complete audit work than his predecessor. * Stooges LLP is on a fixed budget for these audits. * Bo Chambers and Moe Chambers are partners supervising Kevin. * Bo and Mo explicitly say that they do not want Kevin to cut down on the work he does. * Bo and Mo will not directly tell Kevin to “eat hours”. * Bo and Mo do explicitly say that it is up to Kevin to decide how to increase his productivity. * Bo and Mo also imply that completing work within budget is an important element of performance evaluations. * All major accounting firms have explicit policies against “eating hours”. * “Eating hours” has been a pervasive problem in the accounting industry for many years. * By “eating hours” Kevin will be contributing to inaccurate budgeting for his audits. 3. Identify the Stakeholders and obligations: * Kevin Lowe – a. Perform his job professionally and competently. b. Honestly report his hours as specified in work rules as a staff accountant. c. Do his best at Stooges LLC and try to get promotions and raises. * Bo and Moe – d. Manage staff and workload to achieve budget goals for the audit. e. Provide good ethical...
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...Ethics has to do with what my feelings tell me is right or wrong. As a christian and an overall person, I have many ethics or morals that I live by and believe strongly in. I am by no means perfect and I make mistakes, but I try my best to live by a few rules so that I can be the best person I can be. By living with ethics, I hope to inspire my peers around me to make the right decisions and still live life to the fullest. Ethics are an essential part of the foundation on which a civilized society is built, so I make sure to emphasize them in my life. The biggest aspects of my ethics include being loyal, having faith in Christ, and respecting everyone around me. Loyalty is a strong feeling of support or allegiance. I strongly believe that if you commit to someone or something that you should be faithful to your commitment. As a teenager, I face many situations with my friendships where I am put in the position to turn on my friends when they aren’t looking, but I always do the strong thing and walk away. If you are a loyal person, you are almost sure to have friendships with others because people will see you as a trusted peer and they will gravitate towards you. The ethic of loyalty is sometimes overlooked or underestimated, but I believe that someone’s ability to stay faithful...
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...Ethics Awareness Inventory Analysis Ethics Awareness Inventory Analysis According to my Ethics Awareness Inventory Scoring Summary I learned my ethical profile is most closely aligned with obligation and least closely aligned with equity. I interpret the obligation part of my ethical profile as my decisions are based on obligation, responsibility, and devotion. I make moral decisions based on my upbringing and my personal and professional experiences. Growing up I was taught to respect, to have dignity, to want the best for every person, and to treat others equally. I feel an obligation to treat everyone equally. I believe every person should be free to make his or her own decisions. I interpret the lack of the equity part of my ethical profile as sometimes having difficulty making fair and impartial decisions. I will sometimes make ethical decisions based on experience, knowledge, and current circumstances versus what is right or wrong. I can admit I have an inclination to change my beliefs based on experience, knowledge, and current circumstances. Personal Development My educational and professional experiences have affected my ethical thinking, decision-making, and how I react to conflict in situations where people have different interpretations of ethical behavior. My educational experiences have thought me to behave with integrity, show excellent character, take responsibility seriously, and to follow through. These characteristics have given me a solid ethical...
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...The criminal justice Administration Analysis and ethics 484 4/20/2015 Dwayne Carr The criminal justice Administration Analysis and ethics Professional conduct and ethics are essential pieces, to the criminal justice administrations with ethics is defined what a person moral beliefs is right from wrong. The criminal justice administrations have to deal with a problem that are ethical on a daily basis and have to handle the ethical situation in behavior that is professional. The criminal justice administration and the law enforcement administration have a terrible time with professional conduct, and ethic’s particular matters might be hard to take on for the reason. Because of administration of criminal justice have a duty of creating moral decisions of what counts as right or wrong makes them have to be very professional. Also, employ critical thinking skill as well. Within this paper, it will analysis discuss, the critical thinking with the concerning association with ethics. In addition, professional conduct role with police officers, as well as the five areas of the ethical conduct, should communicate within the seminar. Also the reason to choice those areas and the suppose benefits, with the training for each the public and law enforcement. Professional Code of Ethic for Law Enforcement With the professional organization, concerning with certain parts of the law, medicine, also the criminal justice system as well...
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...Ethics in Criminal Justice Administration Analysis Ethics in the criminal justice system is customary when the administration measures are sometime virtuous and imperfect, attractive and unattractive and the ideas of production values are perceptive that this may be right and wrong. Working in the criminal justice system, every decision and results must meet the needs of the citizens and the law enforcement in regards to the balancing concern. The concerns are from prosecuting the guilty and respecting the right of the accused, protecting the victims, and creating a safe community. This paper will give analysis of the critical thinking concerning the relationship between ethics and professional behavior role of the law enforcement officers, and the five areas of ethical conduct that should be communicate in a seminar. Professional Code of Ethic for Law Enforcement According to the City of Detroit (2012), their code of ethic is stated as follows; “As a law enforcement officer, my fundamental duty is to serve the community; to safeguard lives and property; to protect the innocent against deception, the weak against oppression or intimidation, and the peaceful against violence or disorder; and to respect the constitutional rights of all to liberty; equality and justice. I will keep my private life unsullied as an example to all and will behave in a manner that does not bring discredit to my agency or me. Honest in thought and deed in both my personal and professional...
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...Ethics in Criminal Justice Administration Analysis CJHS/484 March 23, 2015 In this paper I will discuss and “analyze the relationship between ethics and professional behavior in the administration of the criminal justice system. Also discuss the role of critical thinking with the regards to the relationship to ethics and professional behavior” (The University of Phoenix, 2015). And a proposal a seminar on due process and how there are several steps that fall into the classification of the professional standards and values that have to do with the criminal justice system. The due process model meets the criteria for professional and ethical standards that are within the criminal justice system. The model goes to show that those in the criminal justice system is conducting themselves in a professional and ethical manor that uphold the rights of all those involved from inmates to co-workers within the criminal justice system. Due process model “is a type of justice system which is based on the principle that a citizen has some absolute rights and cannot be deprived of life liberty or property without appropriate legal procedures and safeguards” ("USLegal: Due Process Model Law & Legal Definition", 2001-2015). “The due process generally requires fairness in government proceedings” ("USLegal: Due Process Model Law & Legal Definition", 2001-2015). In example a person that is charged with a crime has the right to counsel, “right to a speedy trial and to be heard and...
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