The NASW Code of Ethics leaves it to the best judgment of the social worker to determine whether to accept a gift from a client.  This can leave social workers uncertain about where their line is.  What goes into that determination? Is just setting a hard and fast "no gifts" policy the best course of action? After a brief presentation, participants will go into breakout rooms with ethical dilemma case scenarios to work through the ethical decision making process.

This training will provide participants with an in-depth examination of compelling and complex ethical and risk-management challenges in social work supervision. Frederic Reamer, Ph.D. will discuss key ethical and legal standards, including the concepts of respondeat superior, vicarious liability, and standards of care. He will highlight practical steps social work supervisors can take to protect supervisees, employers, and themselves, including the use of supervision agreements, sound documentation protocols, consultation, and compliance with relevant ethical standards. Dr. Reamer will discuss challenges in social work supervision related to conflicts of interest, boundary issues, and dual relationships.

“Bridging the Generational Divide: Ethical Practice in Social Work Across Generations” is a four-hour interactive webinar designed to help social workers understand how generational differences shape values, communication styles, work expectations, and help-seeking behaviors. Through case studies, small-group discussion, and reflection, participants will explore how age-based assumptions and biases can impact engagement, assessment, and intervention. Grounded in the NASW Code of Ethics, this session will focus on practical strategies to build generational intelligence, strengthen cross-generational collaboration, and promote ethical, culturally responsive practice with clients, colleagues, and communities of all ages.