Professional, Legal, and Ethical Responsibilities

Professional, Legal, and Ethical Responsibilities

Professional, Legal, and Ethical Responsibilities in Target Case Managers

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This course includes

Gain a comprehensive understanding of core ethical principles in case management

Learn how to effectively uphold client rights and ensure informed consent

Enhance professionalism in interactions with clients and colleagues

Clarify the specific responsibilities and duties of a case manager

Develop skills in ethical documentation and decision making processes

Identify strategies to prevent legal risks and liabilities in case management

Master the principles of confidentiality and privacy in client interactions

Understand and apply legal documentation standards in case management

Navigate service eligibility and authorization processes with confidence

Learn about mandated reporting duties and the duty to warn in specific situations

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Course Content

Foundations of Ethics and Professionalism
Foundations of Ethics and Professionalism
Core Ethical Principles
Core Ethical Principles
Autonomy, Beneficence, Nonmaleficence, Justice, and Fidelity
Autonomy, Beneficence, Nonmaleficence, Justice, and Fidelity
Autonomy, Beneficence, Nonmaleficence, Justice, and Fidelity
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Codes of Ethics (e.g., NASW, ACA, APHA)
Codes of Ethics (e.g., NASW, ACA, APHA)
Codes of Ethics (e.g., NASW, ACA, APHA)
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The Role of Personal vs. Professional Values
The Role of Personal vs. Professional Values
The Role of Personal vs. Professional Values
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Responsibilities of the Case Manager
Responsibilities of the Case Manager
Scope of Practice and Professional Boundaries
Scope of Practice and Professional Boundaries
Scope of Practice and Professional Boundaries
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Accountability, Advocacy, and Client Empowerment
Accountability, Advocacy, and Client Empowerment
Accountability, Advocacy, and Client Empowerment
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Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Teams
Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Teams
Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Teams
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Ethics in Documentation and Decision-Making
Ethics in Documentation and Decision-Making
Accurate and Honest Reporting
Accurate and Honest Reporting
Accurate and Honest Reporting
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Ethical Dilemmas in Case Planning
Ethical Dilemmas in Case Planning
Ethical Dilemmas in Case Planning
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Using Ethical Decision-Making Models
Using Ethical Decision-Making Models
Using Ethical Decision-Making Models
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Client Rights and Informed Consent
Client Rights and Informed Consent
Understanding and Explaining Informed Consent
Understanding and Explaining Informed Consent
Understanding and Explaining Informed Consent
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Client Participation in Service Planning
Client Participation in Service Planning
Client Participation in Service Planning
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Navigating Refusal of Services and Involuntary Care
Navigating Refusal of Services and Involuntary Care
Navigating Refusal of Services and Involuntary Care
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Maintaining Professionalism
Maintaining Professionalism
Appearance, Conduct, and Professional Language
Appearance, Conduct, and Professional Language
Appearance, Conduct, and Professional Language
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Emotional Regulation and Stress Management
Emotional Regulation and Stress Management
Emotional Regulation and Stress Management
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Supervision and Reflective Practice
Supervision and Reflective Practice
Supervision and Reflective Practice
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Legal Responsibilities and Compliance
Legal Responsibilities and Compliance
Confidentiality and Privacy
Confidentiality and Privacy
HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 Overview
HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 Overview
HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 Overview
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Client Record Protection in Digital and Paper Forms
Client Record Protection in Digital and Paper Forms
Client Record Protection in Digital and Paper Forms
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Handling Requests for Information and ROI Forms
Handling Requests for Information and ROI Forms
Handling Requests for Information and ROI Forms
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Mandated Reporting and Duty to Warn
Mandated Reporting and Duty to Warn
Recognizing Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
Recognizing Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
Recognizing Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Legal Reporting Obligations and Procedures
Legal Reporting Obligations and Procedures
Legal Reporting Obligations and Procedures
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Exceptions to Confidentiality: Tarasoff and Beyond
Exceptions to Confidentiality: Tarasoff and Beyond
Exceptions to Confidentiality: Tarasoff and Beyond
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Legal Documentation Standards
Legal Documentation Standards
Timeliness and Accuracy Requirements
Timeliness and Accuracy Requirements
Timeliness and Accuracy Requirements
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Legal Language vs. Subjective Language in Notes
Legal Language vs. Subjective Language in Notes
Legal Language vs. Subjective Language in Notes
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Risk Management Through Clear Records
Risk Management Through Clear Records
Risk Management Through Clear Records
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Service Eligibility and Authorization
Service Eligibility and Authorization
Understanding Medicaid and Managed Care Protocols
Understanding Medicaid and Managed Care Protocols
Understanding Medicaid and Managed Care Protocols
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Verifying Eligibility and Maintaining Compliance
Verifying Eligibility and Maintaining Compliance
Verifying Eligibility and Maintaining Compliance
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Avoiding Fraud and Waste in Case Management
Avoiding Fraud and Waste in Case Management
Avoiding Fraud and Waste in Case Management
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Legal Risk and Liability Prevention
Legal Risk and Liability Prevention
Avoiding Malpractice Through Good Practice
Avoiding Malpractice Through Good Practice
Avoiding Malpractice Through Good Practice
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Documenting Boundary Crossings and Conflict
Documenting Boundary Crossings and Conflict
Documenting Boundary Crossings and Conflict
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Responding to Legal Complaints or Investigations
Responding to Legal Complaints or Investigations
Responding to Legal Complaints or Investigations
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Ethical Engagement and Cultural Competence
Ethical Engagement and Cultural Competence
Establishing Ethical Engagement
Establishing Ethical Engagement
Understanding Boundaries in Helping Relationships
Understanding Boundaries in Helping Relationships
Understanding Boundaries in Helping Relationships
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Examples of Boundary Violations
Examples of Boundary Violations
Examples of Boundary Violations
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Preventing and Addressing Dual Relationships
Preventing and Addressing Dual Relationships
Preventing and Addressing Dual Relationships
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Promoting Cultural Competence
Promoting Cultural Competence
Identifying Personal Biases and Assumptions
Identifying Personal Biases and Assumptions
Identifying Personal Biases and Assumptions
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Impact of Bias on Case Management Decisions
Impact of Bias on Case Management Decisions
Impact of Bias on Case Management Decisions
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Practicing Cultural Humility
Practicing Cultural Humility
Practicing Cultural Humility
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Enhancing Cultural Responsiveness
Enhancing Cultural Responsiveness
Understanding Cultural Identity and Intersectionality
Understanding Cultural Identity and Intersectionality
Understanding Cultural Identity and Intersectionality
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Working with Diverse Populations (e.g., LGBTQ+, immigrant, Indigenous, faith-based)
Working with Diverse Populations (e.g., LGBTQ+, immigrant, Indigenous, faith-based)
Working with Diverse Populations (e.g., LGBTQ+, immigrant, Indigenous, faith-based)
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Culturally-Adapted Engagement and Planning Strategies
Culturally-Adapted Engagement and Planning Strategies
Culturally-Adapted Engagement and Planning Strategies
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Ethical Technology Use
Ethical Technology Use
Social Media Boundaries and Online Conduct
Social Media Boundaries and Online Conduct
Social Media Boundaries and Online Conduct
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Client Communication via Phone, Text, and Email
Client Communication via Phone, Text, and Email
Client Communication via Phone, Text, and Email
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Maintaining Privacy in Virtual Service Environments
Maintaining Privacy in Virtual Service Environments
Maintaining Privacy in Virtual Service Environments
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Professional Development and Self-Care
Professional Development and Self-Care
Role of Continuing Education and Licensing Ethics
Role of Continuing Education and Licensing Ethics
Role of Continuing Education and Licensing Ethics
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Managing Compassion Fatigue and Vicarious Trauma
Managing Compassion Fatigue and Vicarious Trauma
Managing Compassion Fatigue and Vicarious Trauma
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Building a Sustainable Ethical Practice
Building a Sustainable Ethical Practice
Building a Sustainable Ethical Practice
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