Episode 16: Ethics Code Update: Section 1, Responsibility as a Professional

Summary

In this episode of 'Inside the BACB' podcast, Dr. Jim Carr and Dr. Tyra Sellers discuss the new Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts, effective from January 2022. They delve into Section One, 'Responsibility as a Professional,' covering 16 ethics standards. The conversation highlights key revisions, such as truthfulness, legal compliance, accountability, and cultural responsiveness, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection and professional development to uphold ethical practices in the field.

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Q & A

What is the main focus of the podcast episode discussed in the transcript?

The main focus of the podcast episode is the new Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts, specifically Section One titled 'Responsibility as a Professional', which includes 16 Ethics Standards.

When was the new Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts published and when did it go into effect?

The new Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts was published in December 2020 and went into effect in January 2022.

What is the purpose of Standard 1.01 in the Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts?

Standard 1.01, titled 'Being Truthful', sets the expectation that behavior analysts should be truthful, arrange environments to promote truthful behavior in others, and provide accurate information to relevant entities and individuals.

What does Standard 1.02 'Conforming with Legal and Professional Requirements' require behavior analysts to do?

Standard 1.02 requires behavior analysts to follow the law and the requirements of their professional community, such as the BACB or licensure boards.

How does Standard 1.03 'Accountability' define the responsibilities of behavior analysts?

Standard 1.03 'Accountability' requires behavior analysts to be accountable for their actions and services, follow through on commitments, and take appropriate actions to address errors or unmet commitments, prioritizing the best interests of clients.

What is the significance of Standard 1.07 'Cultural Responsiveness and Diversity' in the new Ethics Code?

Standard 1.07 'Cultural Responsiveness and Diversity' is a new standalone element that emphasizes the importance of behavior analysts engaging in professional development activities to increase their knowledge and skills related to cultural responsiveness and diversity.

Why is Standard 1.12 'Giving and Receiving Gifts' important in the context of professional ethics?

Standard 1.12 'Giving and Receiving Gifts' is important because it helps to prevent conflicts of interest and multiple relationships by setting a limit on the monetary value of gifts that can be exchanged between behavior analysts and clients, stakeholders, supervisees, or trainees.

What changes were made to the standard regarding romantic and sexual relationships in the new Ethics Code?

The new Ethics Code expands the standard regarding romantic and sexual relationships to include stakeholders, prohibits such relationships with former supervisees or trainees until the professional relationship has ended, and extends the prohibition of supervising or training individuals with whom there has been a past romantic or sexual relationship for at least six months after the relationship has ended.

What are the expectations of behavior analysts regarding self-reporting as outlined in Standards 1.15 and 1.16?

Standards 1.15 and 1.16 expect behavior analysts to respond to requests for information in a timely manner, comply with practice requirements, and be knowledgeable about self-reporting requirements of relevant entities such as the BACB, licensure boards, and funders.

How does the new Ethics Code emphasize the importance of being aware of one's professional obligations?

The new Ethics Code emphasizes the importance of being aware of one's professional obligations by placing the responsibility on the individual to know about the requirements that apply to them and to be responsive and compliant with those requirements.