Description
This course focuses on the legal and ethical responsibilities of the chemical dependency counselor, particularly related to the concepts of "do no harm", setting boundaries with clients and fellow professionals, reporting requirements, confidentiality and privilege and counselor relapse. This course will examine federal, state and tribal laws regarding counselor-client relationship including client's rights, as well as the ethical guidelines of the Aberdeen Indian Health Service Area and the Aberdeen Area Native American Addiction Counselor Certification Board. These guidelines emphasize the obligation of the counselor to the clients, their families, colleagues, their work place and the community. Reference to Native American attitudes and practices will be explored. (Summer)