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Ethics for Counselors
Positive and Negative Aspects of an Addictions Counselor / Group Activities for Addictions Counselors
Information
In order to choose a counselor, it is advisable to see if that counselor has
a certification of some kind. It is quite hard to obtain this information as
government regulations vary as to counselors.
However, there are associations who are trying to establish benchmarks for
levels of service offered by addictions counselors. Click
here to locate one in your area so that you may obtain specific information about the
counselor and the status of his/her certification.
If you are interested in getting a good idea of the
training that these counselors have been involved in,
then visiting this
site may be helpful.
The Canon of Ethics for Addictions counselors in Canada is listed here and is quite explanatory.
- Believe the dignity of all human beings, and pledge my service to the well
being and betterment of all members of society;
- Recognize the right of humane treatment of anyone suffering from
alcoholism or drug abuse, whether directly or indirectly;
- Promote and assist in the recovery and return to society of every person
served, assisting them to help themselves, and referring them promptly to
other programs or individuals, when in their best interest;
- Maintain a proper professional relationship with all persons served,
assisting them to help themselves, and referring them promptly to other
programs when in their best interest;
- Adhere to established precepts of confidentiality in all knowledge,
records and materials concerning persons served, and in accordance with any
current government regulations;
- Ensure that all interpersonal transactions between myself and persons
served are non-exploitive and essential to their good recovery;
- Give due respect to the rights, views and positions of any other
alcoholism and/or drug counsellors and related professionals;
- Respect institutional policies and procedures, and cooperate with any
agency management with which I may be associated, as long as this remains
consistent with recognized standards, procedures and ethics;
- Contribute my ideas and findings regarding alcoholism and other drug
addictions and their treatment and recovery, to any body of knowledge,
through appropriate channels;
- Refrain from any activities, including the abuse of alcohol, drugs or
other mood altering chemicals where my personal conduct might diminish my
personal capacity, denigrate my professional status, or constitute a
violation of the law;
- Avoid claiming or implying any personal capabilities or professional
qualifications beyond those I have actually attained, recognizing that
competency gained in one field of activity must not be used improperly to
imply competency in another;
- Regularly evaluate my own strengths, limitations, and biases, or
levels of effectiveness, always striving for self-improvement and seeking
professional development by means of further education and training.
This code of ethics is published
here as a sample only... please contact the issuing body in your area to see
the exact wording for your jurisdiction.
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