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Before you begin your Assignment, watch a brief video introduction to Tamika Johnson and one of her clients. (VIDEO LINK:http://extmedia.kaplan.edu/artsSCi/Media/HN450/HN4…)
In a 3–5-page paper, analyze the implications of this case. Use the Internet and the Kaplan Library to research the legal and ethical issues presented by this situation and respond to the following questions:
1. Discuss the next steps Tamika should take in the case. Explain the reasoning for your choices.
2. Identify the various ethical dilemmas presented in this scenario.
3. Discuss the specific NOHS Standards that would apply in this situation.
4. Explore any legal issues that might be raised by this situation regarding any state or federal laws. How might this information guide Tamika’s actions?
5. Describe and discuss the mandatory reporting laws in your state. If Tamika lived in your state, would she be required to take any particular action?
6. If you were Tamika’s supervisor, what direction might you provide for her? How might her actions impact you?
7. Finally, discuss strategies to minimize the likelihood of these legal and ethical issues arising in your practice.
Please be sure to introduce the specifics of the case study in your paper, which should reflect your understanding and research of these issues.
Your Assignment should:
- Be presented in the form of a well-written university level document
- Use an essay format, 12-point font, and double spacing
- Be 3–5 pages in length, not including the title and reference pages
- Include a title page and reference page
- Including at least two references in support of your observations and conclusions using proper APA citation and reference formatting
BOOK REFERENCE
Sommers-Flanagan, R., Sommers-Flanagan, J. (2015-06-08). Becoming an Ethical Helping Professional: Cultural and Philosophical Foundations, with Video Resource Center, 1st Edition. [Kaplan]. Retrieved from https://kaplan.vitalsource.com/#/books/97811190879…
Grading Rubric for Unit 9 Assignment
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Grading Criteria |
Possible Points |
Points Earned |
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Course Content |
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Student work thoroughly discusses the next steps Tamika should take in the case, including the reasoning for these steps and choices. |
0–15 |
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Student identifies the various ethical dilemmas presented in this scenario. Student identifies the NOHS Ethical Standards that would apply to this situation. To receive full credit, student must both identify the appropriate standard(s) and discuss how it applies to the case. |
0–15
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Student thoroughly discusses the legal issues raised by this situation regarding any state or federal laws and explains how this information might guide Tamika’s actions. |
0–10 |
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Student provides information from research that clearly expands on the material available from the text or other course materials. |
0–10 |
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Student describes and discusses the mandatory reporting laws in their home state and indicates whether Tamika would be required to take any specific action if she lived in their state. |
0–10 |
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Student indicates what direction s/he would provide Tamika as her supervisor. Student discusses how Tamika’s actions might impact a supervisor. |
0–10 |
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Student concludes with strategies to minimize the likelihood of these legal and ethical issues arising in practice |
0–15 |
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Student introduces the specifics of the case study in the paper, which reflects the student understands and research of these issues. |
0–10 |
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Writing |
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Structure: Includes complete paragraphs, proper sentence structure, clear and logical organization throughout, and introduction and summary paragraphs.Primarily student’s own words with quotes used very sparingly.Includes at least two references in support of observations in addition to the text. |
0–15 |
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Mechanics: Uses correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, and APA style, including reference page and in-text citations where appropriate.Submits double-spaced paper that meets the 3–5-page length requirement for a total of 5–7 pages including the cover page and reference pages. |
0–15 |
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Total |
125 |
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An explanation of the points earned, as well as where the assignment could be strengthened will be included with your grade. |
