chapter 12 the behavior analysts ethical responsibility to the field of behavior analysis jim...

Chapter 12

The Behavior Analyst’s Ethical Responsibility to the Field of Behavior Analysis

Jim GrochowskiCaldwell College

Overview

IntroductionGuidelines 7.0-7.04Similar guidelines in related fieldsSummaryQuestionsReferences

Introduction

Behavior Analysis is growing rapidly as a profession but…• It is still a small field when compared with some

other related areas• Most Americans are not familiar with Behavior

Analysis• Unethical behavior of a small number of

individuals can reflect poorly on the entire field• Need for high standard of ethical behavior

(Bailey % Burch, 2011)

The Behavior Analyst’s Ethical Responsibility to the Field of

Behavior Analysis (7.0)

The behavior analyst has a responsibility to support the values of the field, to disseminate knowledge to the public, to be familiar with these guidelines, and to discourage misrepresentation by non-certified individuals.


The Behavior Analyst’s Ethical Responsibility to the Field of Behavior Analysis (7.0)

• In addition to following ethical guidelines, ethical behavior analysts must preserve and enhance the reputation of behavior analysis

• Promote findings and methodology to the public• Occasionally review ethical guidelines• Remind colleagues of the basic values when necessary• Monitor others to discourage them from

misrepresenting themselves as board certified if they are not


Affirming Principles (7.01)

The behavior analyst upholds and advances the values, ethics, principles, and mission of the field of behavior analysis. Participation in both state and national or international behavior analysis organizations is strongly encouraged.



• Obligation to speak out on behalf of the field

• Obligation to support the values of the field

• Include honesty, integrity, fairness, and the search for basic principles of behavior that may help improve the human condition



• Participate in organizations at state, national and international levels (NJ ABA, ABAI, APBA)

• Attend conferences as they offer the opportunity to…

-meet leading experts in the field -improve technical skills -increase understanding of new services that may assist in programing for clients


Disseminating Behavior Analysis (7.02)

The behavior analyst assists the profession in making behavior analysis methodology available to the general public.



• May educate the general public about our profession by…

-speaking at local civics groups -writing to an editor to correct misinformation about behavior analysis -providing workshops

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2VGbdl-LHSM&feature=youtube_gdata_player





What are some other ways to disseminate information to the general public?

Being Familiar with These

Guidelines (7.03)

Behavior analysts have an obligation to be familiar with these Guidelines, other applicable ethics codes, and their application to behavior analysts’ work. Lack of awareness or misunderstanding of a conduct standard is not itself a defense to a charge of unethical conduct.


Being Familiar with these Guidelines (7.03)

• The guidelines assist behavior analysts with their professional conduct• Must be familiar with these guidelines as well as other relevant ethics codes• Ignorance of ethical codes is not an excuse for unethical behavior


Discouraging Misrepresentation by

Non-Certified Individuals (7.04)

Behavior analysts discourage non-certified practitioners from misrepresenting that they are certified.


Discourage Misrepresentation by Noncertified Individuals (7.04)

• Pertains to those representing themselves as “Board Certified” when they are not• Discourage is not operationally defined • Suggestions include… -Referring to the guidelines to dissuade the individual -Contacting the BACB -Contacting the Association of Behavior Analysis -Contacting state/ local association (NJ ABA) for assistance


Similar Ethical Codes in Related Fields

BACB APA Art Therapy

OT PT ASHA NEA

AffirmingPrinciples(7.01)

DisseminatingBehaviorAnalysis(7.02)

Being FamiliarWith theseGuidelines(7.03)

DiscouragingMisrepresentationBy NoncertifiedIndividuals(7.04)


American Psychological Association (APA) Standard 2: Competence

• 2.03 Maintaining CompetencePsychologists undertake ongoing efforts to develop and maintain their competence.


Art Therapy

9.0 RESPONSIBILITY TO THE PROFESSIONArt therapists respect the rights and responsibilities of professional colleagues and participate in activities that advance the goals of art therapy.


Occupational Therapy (OT)

Principle 1. Occupational therapy personnel shall demonstrate a concern for the well-being and safety of the recipients of their services.• N. Take responsibility for promoting and practicing occupational therapy

on the basis of current knowledge and research and for further developing the profession’s body of knowledge.

Principle 5. Occupational therapy personnel shall comply with institutional rules, local, state, federal, and international laws and AOTA documents applicable to the profession of occupational therapy.


Physical Therapy (PT)

Principle #6:

Physical therapists shall enhance their expertise through the lifelong acquisition and refinement of knowledge, skills, abilities, and professional behaviors.

• 6A. Physical therapists shall achieve and maintain professional competence.

Similar Ethical Codes in Related FieldsAmerican Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)

Principle of Ethics IIIndividuals shall honor their responsibility to achieve and maintain the highest level of professional competence and performance. • c. Individuals shall engage in lifelong learning to maintain

and enhance professional competence and performance. Principle of Ethics IIIIndividuals shall honor their responsibility to the public by promoting public understanding of the professions, by supporting the development of services designed to fulfill the unmet needs of the public, and by providing accurate information in all communications involving any aspect of the professions, including the dissemination of research findings and scholarly activities, and the promotion, marketing, and advertising of products and services.

Similar Ethical Codes in Related FieldsAmerican Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)

Principle of Ethics IVIndividuals shall honor their responsibilities to the professions and their relationships with colleagues, students, and members of other professions and disciplines • A. Individuals shall uphold the dignity and autonomy

of the professions, maintain harmonious interprofessional and intraprofessional relationships, and accept the professions' self-imposed standards


National Education Association (NEA)

PRINCIPLE IICommitment to the ProfessionThe education profession is vested by the public with a trust and responsibility requiring the highest ideals of professional service.

In fulfillment of the obligation to the profession, the educator—

3. Shall not assist any entry into the profession of a person known to be unqualified in respect to character, education, or other relevant attribute.5. Shall not assist a noneducator in the unauthorized practice of teaching.

Summary

The ethical behavior analyst should…• participate in organizations and attend

conferences• disseminate information on behavior

analysis• be familiar with the ethical guidelines as

well as ethical guidelines of relevant fields • Discourage noncertified practitioners form

misrepresenting that they are certified

Questions

Thank You

References

American Art Therapy Association. Ethical Principles for Art Therapists. www.americanarttherapyassociation.org/upload/ethicalprinciples.pdfAmerican Occupational Therapy Association. Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics and Ethics Standards. http://www.aota.org/consumers/ethics /39880.aspxAmerican Physical Therapy Association. Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapist. www.apta.org/uploadedFiles/APTAorg/.American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Code of Ethics. http://www.asha.org/docs/html/ET2010-00309.htmlAmerican Psychological Association. Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct. http://www.apa.org/ethics/code/index.aspxBailey, J.S., & Burch, M.R., (2011). Ethics for behavior analysts (2nd Expanded Edition). Routledge.National Education Association. Code of Ethics. http://www.nea.org/home/30442.htmYoutube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2VGbdl- LHSM&feature=youtube_gdata_player

http://www.aota.org/consumers/ethics

http://www.aota.org/consumers/ethics

http://www.apta.org/uploadedFiles/APTAorg/

http://www.apta.org/uploadedFiles/APTAorg/






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