CORE COMPETENCY ONE

CORE COMPETENCY ONE

Demonstrate Ethical and

Professional Behavior.
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Making ethical decisions by applying the

standards of the NASW Code of Ethics, relevant
laws and regulations, models for ethical
decision-making, ethical conduct of research,
and additional codes of ethics as appropriate to
context.
Decisions can be made by reviewing the Code of
Ethics and engaging with the clients to make
the best decision for each circumstance.
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Reflections and self-regulation to manage

personal values and maintain
professionalism in practice situation.
Keeping daily journals to refer back to
how each situation with the client
whether a dilemma or not is handled.
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Demonstrate professional demeanor in

behavior; appearance; and oral, written,
and electronic communication.
This can be when attending court for the
case loads a social worker may have.
This can also be shown when meeting
with clients.
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Using technology ethically and appropriately to

facilitate practice outcomes.
When social workers are using the database
with the clients information and they are
trusted to maintain professionalism and handle
the information with care. This can also be
when a social worker is out on the field making
home visits and they have the use of the cell
phone, making sure they are using that device
appropriately.
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Supervision and consultation to guide

professional judgment and behavior.
Meetings with supervisor and contacting them
when uncertainty or dilemmas arise.