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DECISION-MAKING FRAMEWORK   \nTable of Contents  \nEthical Decision-Making in Social Work .............................................................. 3  \nSection I: Ethical Decision-Making Framework .................................................. 5  \nOverview ............................................................................................................. 5  \nSection II: Ethical Decision-Making Process ....................................................... 6  \nClarify the Ethical Issue ....................................................................................... 6  \nList Social Work Values and Standards of Practice........................................... 10  \nApply Ethical Lens............................................................................................. 11  \nRisks and Benefits ............................................................................................ 13  \nIdentify Solution ................................................................................................ 16  \nFacilitate Action Plan......................................................................................... 16  \nYour Evaluation ................................................................................................. 17  \nEthical Checklist ................................................................................................ 18  \nSection III: Resources ......................................................................................... 20  \nReferences ........................................................................................................ 20  \nGlossary ............................................................................................................ 21  \nETHICAL DECISION-MAKING IN SOCIAL WORK  \nSocial work is a multifaceted profession and decisions made by social workers are influenced by many factors - their professional roles, codes of ethics, practice experiences, personal preferences, organizational/governmental policies, laws, values and attitudes-all of which come together to shape their responses to ethical problems.  \nEthical decision-making involves informed judgement and critical thinking in situations where ethical solutions are not apparent. Under certain circumstances, the social worker’s ethical obligations may conflict with agency policies or even relevant laws or regulations. In the face of such conflict, social workers attempt to resolve the problem in a manner consistent with the values and principles expressed in their code of ethics and standards of practice. When a reasonable solution to a problem does not seem possible, social workers seek appropriate consultation before making a decision. This discussion may involve their regulatory body, a knowledgeable colleague, ethics committee, a supervisor or legal counsel.  \nEthical decision-making is a common and integral part of social work practice as practitioners are often confronted with ethical dilemmas that require thoughtful reflection and critical thinking; yet the resolution to such moral problems is rarely black and white and may push up against their values. Through reflexive self-awareness, social workers recognize their unique value preferences and become alerted to ways in which competing values and ethical principles become prioritized.  \n“Ethical behavior comes from a social worker’s individual commitment to engage in ethical practice. Both the spirit and the letter of this Code of Ethics will guide social workers as they actin good faith and with a genuine desire to make sound judgements”.  \nCASW Code of Ethics (2005)  \nPURPOSE AND INTENT  \nThe Manitoba College of Social Workers (MCSW) Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice provide social workers with a set of values, guidelines and standards that enhance ethical decision-making. 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