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Robert is a social work administrator in a Children's Service agency. Recently, he began an intimate relationship with one of his staff. Other employees have complained and made comments about the relationship. The NASW Code of Ethics clearly states this type of relationship should be avoided. Robert needs to take responsibility and do what?

  1. Robert should resign his supervisor position
  2. The employee should resign her position
  3. Professional responsibilities should be transferred to avoid a conflict of interest
  4. Robert should treat the employee equally among the staff
Explanation

Answer: D - Social workers who fill the role of supervisor should never engage in sexual activities with supervisees or colleagues. This also includes trainees, students and other professionals. There is potential for conflicts of interest to damage a successful working environment.

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Dana Price says:

Shouldn’t the answer be C if the administrator should not be romantically involved with a person he is supervising?

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