ASWB Social Work Clinical

- The clinical social worker recognizes this situation as a conflict of interest under the NASW Code of Ethics. Instead of alienating her son’s friendship with the child, she should let her son know she cannot answer his question and redirect the conversation to a less sensitive topic. Madeline needs to make administration aware of the problem and allow them the decision as to whether or not to transfer the case to another professional. In rural areas, it is often part of the job to professionally manage dual relationships, as the community is too small to avoid working with people you may see in a social venue. In these cases, professional boundaries and close supervision are important.