Speaker(s)
Terri Cooley-Bennett, LCSW, LSCSW, CDDP-D
Behavioral Health Professionals working in a healthcare setting are in a unique position. As part of an inter-disciplinary team working alongside medical professionals, there are particular ethical dilemmas that may arise. Mental Health Professionals are often key members of interdisciplinary teams in healthcare settings. How do mental health professionals uphold their Code of Ethics while working as part of an interdisciplinary team? What are some of the typical ethical concerns that arise from being part of an interdisciplinary team? How does a mental health professional handle these concerns? How is conflict handled among team members who are in disagreement about patient care, workplace conduct, etc.? What happens when mental health professional’s code of ethics are different from other professionals?