Professional Boundaries
What are professional boundaries?
The limits that protect the client's safety and counselor's professional role
What is a reportable incident?
An incident of abuse, neglect, or serious unexpected harm.
What are ethical regulations?
The rules that guide professional conduct in addiction services.
If a client offers to be friends on social media, what should you do?
No - Maintain professional limits
What does OASAO stand for?
Office of Addiction Services and Supports
What is a boundary violation?
Becoming personally involved with a client outside of treatment
Who must report suspected abuse?
Anyone in a professional role who suspects abuse or neglect.
What is an example where reporting a professional concern is required?
A colleague visibly impaired at work.
What should you do if you witness suspected abuse?
Immediately follow your agency's reporting process
What is learning Thursdays?
A free self-study series for CE credits.
What is a dual relationship?
A relationship where the counselor has another significant connection with the client.
What is proper incident reporting to the justice center?
Letting the Justice Center know within required timelines and following reporting forms.
What can happen if a staff member fails to report misconduct?
Disciplinary action up to loss of credential.
What should happen when a colleague violates a boundary with a client?
You notify your supervisor and make the required report.
What credentials does the training count towards?
CASAC, CPP, CPS renewal or Social Work CE
What is crossing boundaries?
Social contact outside the therapeutic setting that could harm objectivity.
What is a Serious incident that must be reported promptly?
An event involving serious injury or death of a client in care.
Why are reporting requirements part of ethical practice?
Protecting clients, ensuring safe services
How do you preserve boundaries when a client shares too much personal info?
You separate personal life from professional role.
What is the Continuing education?
1 Clock Hour continuing education
What is boundary maintenance during conflict?
Respecting client autonomy and keeping focus on clients need during disagreements.
What is the entity that receives abuse/neglect in New York?
The Vulnerable Persons Central Register (VPCR)
What ethical principles protect clients welfare?
Duty to report, responsibility to maintain boundaries
How do you handle a serious incident at work?
Follow organization and state reporting policy within required hours.
Why does OASAS offer this training?
To reinforce ethical practice and safety in professional work.