IN-PERSON
This workshop is scheduled in-person at the University of Maryland School of Social Work in Baltimore.
F22-501 Dual Relationships: Balancing Ethical Relationships (In-Person)
Total Credits: 3 including 3 Ethic CEs
- Categories:
- 500 Ethics | 800 In-Person Workshop
- Instructor:
- Veronica Cruz, LCSW-C
- Course Levels:
- Intermediate
- Duration:
- 3 Hours 15 Minutes
- Location:
- University of Maryland School of Social Work - Baltimore, Maryland
Description
This workshop will explore the importance of understanding and balancing ethical responsibilities. An emphasis will be placed in exploring dual relationships and boundary issues to enhance and improve ethical responsibilities and reduce ethical violations. Participants will discuss common practice areas that raise ethical dilemmas, explore the Code of Ethics, and propose decision-making models that can be utilized to resolve ethical conflicts. The workshop will also explore the understanding of direct service situations, professional relationships and limitations, ethical framework model, and best practice techniques.
*This workshop meets the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners' ethics requirements.
Instructor
Veronica Cruz, LCSW-C Related Seminars and Products
Cruz and Associates
Ms. Cruz is a bilingual (Spanish/English) clinical and forensic social worker with over twenty years of experience working in the mental health and legal arena. She is a qualified expert witness in clinical and forensic social work in numerous jurisdictions and courts in Maryland and at the federal level. She concentrates on cases involving illegal or harsh sentences, post-conviction relief, modifications of sentences, and juveniles charged as adults. Ms. Cruz is the founder and CEO of Cruz & Associates, LLC, a consulting firm that specializes in preparing comprehensive forensic psychosocial reports for criminal and civil matters, continuing education, and psychotherapy. When not working on cases, she is an avid continuing education presenter who specializes in trauma and ethics.
Ms. Cruz is a graduate of the Catholic University of America with a BA in psychology. She received her Master of Social Work, specializing in mental health and addiction, from University of Maryland School of School Work. In 2014, she completed an advanced two-year, post-graduate Forensic Social Work Certification through the University of Maryland Continuing Education Department. In 2008, she co-created the Forensic Social Work Committee for NASW-MD, and in 2010 she became the sole chair, a position she maintained until 2016, when she resigned due to other professional obligations. She continues to advocate for legislative changes. She maintains various professional memberships and affiliations and has been a professor at University of Maryland School of Social Work (Shady Grove and Baltimore campus) and has taught at Catholic University of America Social Work Graduate School.
Agenda & Learning Objectives
AGENDA:
12:45-1:15 Registration
1:15-2:45 Introductions Learning Objectives
Power-point presentation (Overview of Dual Relationships)
3:00-4:30 Power point presentation (Boundaries & Responsibilities)
Multi-Media presentation & Group Discussion
Power-point presentation (Ethical Decision-Making Models) Group Activity: Case Vignettes
4:30 Adjournment
Upon the completion of this workshop, participants will be able to
- Illustrate their knowledge of various direct service situations and the importance of balancing ethical responsibilities to reduce ethical violations.
- Demonstrate an understanding of issues related to dual relationships and boundaries.
- Appraise and apply an ethical decision-making model to concepts of dual relationships and boundary issues.
- Summarize the key elements of balancing ethical responsibilities in relationship to the concepts of dual relationships and boundary issues.
Bibliography & References
BIBLIOGRAPHY & REFERENCES
Social Work Today (articles on Dual Relationships)
Dual Relationships, Multiple Relationships, Boundaries, Boundary Crossing
National Association of Social Workers: Code
Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners Code
Book: Ethical Decisions for Social Work Practice, Dolgoff et al.
Book: Theories for Direct Social Work Practice, Joseph Walsh
Course Completion & CE Information
Category I Maryland BSWE Requirement
The Office of Continuing Professional Education at the University Of Maryland School Of Social Work is authorized by the Board of Social Work Examiners in Maryland to sponsor social work continuing education programs. This workshop qualifies for 3 Category I Continuing Education Units for {ethics}. The Office of Continuing Professional Education is also authorized by the Maryland Board of Psychologists and the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors to sponsor Category A continuing professional education.
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Late Fees and Refunds
Fee & Registration:
Cost is $70 and includes CE credit.
*Cancellations must be received 24 hours in advance prior to the live interactive webinar to receive a refund or a credit letter.
*All cancellations will be subjected to a $35.00 administration fee
Target Audience
Social Workers, LCPCs, and Psychologists
Location
University of Maryland School of Social Work
