ABSTRACT
In contrast to a straightforward overview of values and ethics, Applying Values and Ethics to Practice provides a brief history of social work ethics and the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics (2008), then contrasts the Code of Ethics with the International Federation of Social Workers’ Ethical Statement, and also discusses the limits of ethical codes. A discussion of the intersection of ethics and the law gives students information about the interplay between the two, followed by a discussion of ethical dilemmas and processes for resolving them. Extensive discussion about common practice dilemmas gives students exposure to situations that they may encounter in practice, followed by an emphasis on risk management. Expanded coverage of ethics violations and state sanctions round out the discussion. New content in Chapter 2 includes expanded examples of value conflict and discussion of the Grand Challenge for Social Work to “Create Social Responses to a Changing Environment.” Throughout the chapter, a case on social workers who are expanding community-based mental health services is presented.
