Ethics in Victim Services: Principles and Practices

 
Ethics in Victim Services
 
Define ethics and their purpose in law
enforcement-based victim services.
 
Discuss [
Agency
] Victim Services Code
of Ethics.
 
Apply ethical principles to the role of
law enforcement-based victim services.
 
Learning Objectives
 
Definition and Purpose
 
Values and Services
 
Values
Distinction between personal and
professional values
Importance of self-awareness and
self-reflection
Keeping personal attitudes from
interfering with professional
services
 
Services
Begin with interactions between
providers and victims
Require awareness of how
personal values and ethical codes
of providers influence interactions
 
[
Agency
] Victim
Services Code of Ethics
 
Role of Victim Services Personnel
 
Direct Services
 
Direct Services, 
continued
 
Consistent Values
 
Community Collaboration
 
Administration and Evaluation
 
Common Ethical Issues
Scenario Activity
 
Questions
 
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Slide Note

Recommended Time: 60 minutes – presentation, 15 minutes – activity

Trainers:

Review and adapt training material to align with statues, policies, and practices within jurisdiction and agency

Develop specific learning objectives

Draw on professional knowledge and expertise

Encourage contributions from all participants

Virtual delivery – use polls, raise hands, chat, and Q & A prompts

Handouts:

[Agency] Victim Services Code of Ethics

LEV – Code of Ethics Template (in Template Package I: Getting Started: https://www.theiacp.org/sites/default/files/LEV/Publications/TemplatePackageI.pdf)

LEV – Victims’ Rights Jurisdiction Profile (state-specific document): https://www.theiacp.org/victims-rights-jurisdiction-profiles

Prior to training:

Ensure trainers are familiar with ethics for victim services personnel and information in Victims’ Rights Jurisdiction Profile

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Explore the foundational concepts of ethics in victim services, including the definition and purpose, values, code of ethics, role of personnel, direct services guidelines, consistent values, and community collaboration principles. Learn how ethics play a crucial role in ensuring competent and responsible practice while protecting the rights and interests of individuals served.


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  1. Ethics in Victim Services

  2. Learning Objectives 1 Define ethics and their purpose in law enforcement-based victim services. 2 Discuss [Agency] Victim Services Code of Ethics. 3 Apply ethical principles to the role of law enforcement-based victim services.

  3. Definition and Purpose Ethics rules or standards governing the conduct of a person or the members of a profession Purpose: Furthers competent and responsible practice Protects public from exploitation Safeguards reputation of the profession

  4. Values and Services Values Distinction between personal and professional values Importance of self-awareness and self-reflection Keeping personal attitudes from interfering with professional services Services Begin with interactions between providers and victims Require awareness of how personal values and ethical codes of providers influence interactions

  5. [Agency] Victim Services Code of Ethics

  6. Role of Victim Services Personnel Accurate Representation Follow the Law Professional Competence

  7. Direct Services Respect and Protect Statutory Rights Honor Interests of Persons Served Identify Nature of Relationship Respect and Protect Self- Determination Non- Inform of Role Limitations judgmental Conduct

  8. Direct Services, continued Mandated Reporting Conflicts of Interests No Personal Relationships Service Termination and Referral Gifts and Gratuities Professional Wellness

  9. Consistent Values Fairness, Dignity, Respect, and Acceptance Non- discriminatory Conduct Equitable Services Cultural Humility

  10. Community Collaboration Respect Colleagues Share Knowledge Support Colleagues Improve Systems

  11. Administration and Evaluation Address Unethical Behavior Report Misconduct

  12. Common Ethical Issues BOUNDARY ISSUES AND MULTIPLE RELATIONSHIPS CONFIDENTIALITY AND PRIVILEGE LEGAL ADVOCACY VERSUS LEGAL ADVICE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE

  13. Scenario Activity

  14. Questions [enter contact information for trainers]

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