What obligations are there to report unprofessional conduct by another member of my own profession?
There is no ethics rule that requires you to report unprofessional conduct by another member of your profession. However, you should be aware of the following: 1. If you have reasonable cause to suspect that a child you have seen in the course of your professional duties has been abused or neglected, you have an obligation to report it. (See section 48.981 of the Statutes for details.) 2. If you have reasonable cause to suspect that a client you have seen in the course of your professional duties is a victim of sexual contact by a therapist, you must ask the client if s/he wants you to report it. (See section 940.22 of the Statutes for details.) 3. Any organization or individual that employs a social worker, marriage and family therapist, or professional counselor must report to the examining board any adverse or disciplinary action that terminates, suspends or restricts the credential-holder’s employment. (See section 457.25 of the Statutes for details.) 4. Even though you are not obl
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