Case Facts
Child's age?
3 years old
What was the main ethical breach by Amanda?
Failure to investigate the abuse and falsifying documentation
What agency failure allowed the case to go unchecked?
Lack of supervision and follow-up
When was the initital abuse report field?
April 21, 2021
Which NASW core value was violated?
Integrity (and also service and competence)
What documentation mistake was made?
Falsely recorded that a home visit occurred
Who was the assigned social worker?
Amanda
Which step of Reamer’s model did Amanda skip?
Seeking consultation
What could have prevented the ethical breach?
Timely supervision, consultation, and proper follow-up
What happened to the child as a result of the delay?
The child died
Why is documentation important in social work practice?
Ensures accountability, client safety, and professional integrity
How did agency culture affect decision-making?
Workload pressure and fear discouraged seeking help