NEED DISCUSSION IN 10 HOURS or LESS

Respond to my Classmates’ Discussions by following the instructions below: When responding to your classmates, please provide a resource located in your region that assists clients with acquiring interview and professional clothing (e.g., a clothing closet at a church such as Hope Ministries Clothes Closet of Bushnell, FL; Dress for Success of Phoenix, AZ; Bottomless Closet of Milwaukee, WI; etc.). Explain what the resource offers clients—be specific. Support your initial and subsequent posts by citing at least two scholarly and peer-reviewed sources in addition to the course text.

Discussion 1 (Charlene) As a human services professional, the desire to help struggling clients succeed is always at the forefront when making decisions that can affect the client. Ethical lines can become easily blurred when trying to help a client land that important job or get approved for that much-needed apartment for her and her young children. However, ethical violations can significantly impact professional prestige in many professions, including counseling (Oramas, 2017). Counselors instinctively want to see their clients thrive. When a client faces a dilemma, the natural response is to help. However, the APA (2017) general principles state, "Psychologists uphold professional standards of conduct, clarify their roles and obligations, and seek to manage conflicts of interest that could lead to exploitation or harm" (Principle B). Thus, counselors should be mindful when interacting with clients so there are no misunderstandings, or a false sense of expectation being conveyed to the client.

Kitchener's Model

Kitchener's model of ethical behavior serves as a guideline for making client-first decisions (Martin, 2018). Kitchener's model highlights the need for autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence, justice, and fidelity (Martin, 2018). Maintaining these professional behaviors when working with clients is essential to minimize the danger of boundary crossing (Oramas, 2017).

Clothing Assistance Scenario I will begin this part of the discussion by stating that when a client has any level of success, it should be celebrated. The client in the scenario was selected as a candidate and invited to participate in the next step of the hiring process, which is an in-person interview. While this is exciting, the main concern is whether this client has the appropriate attire to make an excellent first impression, win out over the competition, and secure the job. As a human service professional, my first obligation is to build confidence in my client using a strength-based approach. I would remind my client of how far she has come thus far, and landing this job would be the culmination of everything she has worked so hard for. Be proud of yourself! Strategies such as role- playing, focusing on body language, and mirroring (practicing your "interview") will

increase my client's confidence and self-esteem- attributes the employer seeks. To assist with professional business attire, I would recommend ThredUp: https://www.thredup.comLinks to an external site.. My client can find affordable business and business casual attire, and the site is even interactive. Just type in your desired style and price range, and suggestions, ideas, and options are automatically generated.

While I applaud and support my client's enormous success, I must also maintain the professional code of ethics and principles essential to preserving integrity and non- maleficence.

References

American Psychological Association. (2017). Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct.

http://www.apa.org/ethics/code/Links to an external site.

Martin, M. E. (2018). Introduction to human services: Through the eyes of practice settings (4th ed.). Pearson.

Oramas, J.E. (2017). Counseling Ethics: Overview of Challenges, Responsibilities and Recommended Practices. Journal of Multidisciplinary Research, 9(3), 47-58.

thredUP. (n.d.) Retrieved from https://www.thredup.com/lp/thrift-best-seasonal-hits

Respond to my Classmates’ Discussions by following the instructions below:

When responding to your classmates, please provide a resource located in your region that assists clients with acquiring interview and professional clothing (e.g., a clothing closet at a church such as Hope Ministries Clothes Closet of Bushnell, FL; Dress for Success of Phoenix, AZ; Bottomless Closet of Milwaukee, WI; etc.). Explain what the resource offers clients—be specific. Support your initial and subsequent posts by citing at least two scholarly and peer-reviewed sources in addition to the course text.

Discussion 2 (Kayla) Working in human services, I have come across dilemmas such as this one. I work with children and adolescents so it was not the exact scenario, however I can definitely relate to the aspect of having to evaluate the ethical side of certain situations. Kitchener’s model of ethical decision making helps us to determine what is and is not ethical when it comes to our clients. Having a “litmus test” to guide your decision-making process is essential in many cases where there is uncertainty.

Kitchener lays out the model of ethical decision-making based on autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence, justice, and fidelity. Autonomy helps us to ensure that our client is acting on their own free will. Beneficence determines whether or not our professional decision is beneficial to the client. Nonmaleficence makes sure that we are in no way harming our client. Justice measures the dignity of all involved parties, as well as making sure that our actions were carried out in a manner that respected the rights of our client. Fidelity reflects on our loyalty and commitment to our client (Kitchener, 1984).

Prior to reviewing these assumptions, I would be quick to say that I would go buy the client clothes for their interview. We are in fact in the service of helping others to better themselves and create a better and more stable lifestyle. However, after reviewing the model I would take more time to evaluate every possible scenario and whether or not my initial decision is in fact ethical. I would exhaust every possible option in order to provide for my client’s needs. This could possibly be donating clothes, since they were not paid for, nor bought for them. This eliminates a lot of the red tape in the process of decision-making. I would obviously consult with my supervisor and get their perspective on the dilemma prior to taking any action. Simply put, I am not sure that I would purchase clothes personally for my client, however I would be willing to donate clothes, or find other avenues for them to obtain what they need in order to secure employment. After all, our job as a human service professional is to work towards the improvement of the lifestyles and outcomes of our clients. This does not look the same for every situation, but it is our responsibility to provide resources and go above and beyond for them to better themselves and those around them.

References:

Kitchener's, K. S. [1984]. Intuition, critical evaluation, and ethical principles in clinical decision making. The Counseling Psychologist, 12[2], 53-55.

Martin, M. E. [2018]. Introduction to human services: Through the eyes of practice settings [4th ed.]. Pearson.

Respond to my Classmates’ Discussions by following the instructions below: When responding to your classmates, please provide a resource located in your region that assists clients with acquiring interview and professional clothing (e.g., a clothing closet at a church such as Hope Ministries Clothes Closet of Bushnell, FL; Dress for Success of Phoenix, AZ; Bottomless Closet of Milwaukee, WI; etc.). Explain what the resource offers clients—be specific. Support your initial and subsequent posts by citing at least two scholarly and peer-reviewed sources in addition to the course text.

Discussion 3 (Nicole)

As a human service professional, it is crucial to abide by the general ethical principles of the profession while also adhering to the employment agency's policies. The ethical principles and agency policies may conflict in certain situations, leading to a difficult decision-making process. This scenario presents a human service professional who is faced with a dilemma where the agency policies only offer career assistance, but the client cannot afford appropriate clothing for interviews. Despite exploring all other options, the client remains in need, and the professional is considering paying for the outfit. To arrive at a decision, utilizing Kitchener's model of ethical decision-making and following the National Organization of Human Services (NOHS) ethical principle can guide the professional in determining whether paying for the outfit is ethical or not.

Kitchener's model of ethical decision-making is a well-known framework that has been widely used in various fields, including healthcare, psychology, and business. The model comprises five stages, including (a) moral sensitivity, (b) moral judgment, (c) moral motivation, (d) moral character, and (e) moral action. The first stage, moral sensitivity, involves recognizing a moral issue and identifying the parties involved. The second stage, moral judgment, involves assessing the situation and making a decision on what action to take. The third stage, moral motivation, involves committing to the decision made and recognizing the moral obligation to act. The fourth stage, moral character, involves the development of moral virtues and values that guide decision-making. Finally, the fifth stage, moral action, involves implementing the decision made and taking responsibility for the consequences. Kitchener's model has been praised for its comprehensive approach to ethical decision-making, as it considers both cognitive and affective factors in the process (Robson, 2000). However, some critics argue that the model is too simplistic and does not account for the complex nature of ethical decision-making in real-life situations. Despite these criticisms, Kitchener's model remains valuable for individuals and organizations seeking to make ethical decisions.

In conclusion, the decision to pay for an outfit for a client in need is a complex ethical dilemma that requires careful consideration. Kitchener’s model of ethical decision- making offers a framework for analyzing the situation based on four assumptions: autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, and justice. In this scenario, the NOHS ethical principle of promoting self-sufficiency must also be taken into account. While paying for an outfit may seem like a kind and generous gesture, it could also undermine the client's autonomy and create a dependency on the human service professional. Ultimately, the decision to pay for the outfit must be made in light of the client's best interest and the agency's ethical obligations. The human service professional may need to consider alternative solutions or resources to help the client become self-sufficient.