On this page, you will find all the posts for Blog Post 3 – Ethical Challenges. The instructions for this blog post are located HERE or in Module 3 Week 2 in iCollege.
Blog 3
I chose the example of the social worker texting a client late at night because it presents a grey area in professional boundaries. Social workers should be able to contact their clients, especially regarding services and support. However, this communication should...
Blog 3
I chose the first example because I think it is imperative that people have a good relationship with their clients but where are you supposed to draw the line to stop yourself from burnout. Social work is a job where you consistently give so it's important to take...
Raven: Boundaries and Intimacy
1. Reflection on case example. I chose the third example, which describes a therapist who shared personal information in a Facebook group. She then received a request from someone in the group who wanted to become a client. I chose this example because it seems like...
Blog Post 3- week 5- Ethics and Boundaries
I chose the instance of the social worker considering an online search regarding reported domestic abuse with a client. (Reamer, 2021) I chose this example from the article because it seemed the least clear cut of the examples provided. My assessment of the...
Boundary Issues
Blog Post: Boundary Issues Case Example In Reamer’s (2023) article Social Work Boundary Issues in the Digital Age: Reflections of an Ethics Expert, the case that stood out to me involved blurred boundaries between a client and social worker through text messaging....
Blog Post – WK 5
SW 8315 Boundary issue in Social Work Practice At the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, a clinical social worker began serving clients remotely using video software, which generated novel privacy and boundary issues. During counseling sessions, the social worker often...
Blog 3: Boundary Issues
1) Reamer describes 5 case examples at the beginning of the article. Choose one and answer these questions: “At the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, a clinical social worker began serving clients remotely using video software, which generated novel privacy and boundary...
Unanticipated Circumstances, Self-Disclosure, and Emotional Needs
The case that stood out most to me was the social worker in recovery who shared personal details in an online support group, only to later discover that a client had also joined and read her posts. I chose this example because it really speaks to one of my own...
Blog Post 3
I chose the first example because I think it’s one of the most common situations social workers will encounter throughout their careers. It’s important to point out and learn about the boundaries that come with electronic communication and the different ways we stay...
Post 3 Ethical Challenges
After-Hours Texts and E-Mails from Clients I chose this example because I’ve experienced similar situations myself, and I know I need to create better boundaries. Communicating with clients after hours via email or text involves several risks. Boundary issues happen...