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ASWB Social Work Clinical

Category - Ethics

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Alan has been providing clinical social work services to a client for two weeks. When the issue of payment as set forth in the signed contract arises, the client is unable to come up with the money. The social worker, however, is offered a free gym membership since the client works at the local fitness center part-time. What is the social worker’s next move?
  1. Decline.
  2. Accept the membership as partial payment
  3. Contact an attorney for illegal bartering
  4. Notify a supervisor
Explanation
Answer: A - Bartering arrangements should be avoided at all times to prevent the potential for exploitation and conflict. All written fee-for-service contracts should be approved and signed by both parties. Alan has the option to work with the client over payment arrangements.
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