1.D.9.b. Boundaries
Rule
Evidence that staff are supported in maintaining appropriate boundaries according to a code of conduct.
Levels
|
I |
II |
III |
IV |
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N/A |
✔ |
✔ |
✔ |
This does not apply to level Is, because they do not have direct support staff.
Guidance
Recovery residence staff, especially direct support staff, are commonly faced with ethical boundaries situations on a weekly, if not daily, basis. At a minimum, a written code of conduct provides staff with some guidance. However, staff must understand the appropriate boundaries well enough to recognize them and understand the actions that should be taken. Depending on the size of the organization, recovery residence often utilize training and/or supervision to support staff regarding appropriate boundaries.
Evaluation
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Is there evidence that staff are supported in maintaining appropriate boundaries according to a code of conduct?
Evidence
- Policy and procedure
- Staff handbook / Code of conduct
References
- NARR Standard 3.0 Compendium
- See Staff handbook / Code of conduct in this document under the section: What evidence is used in certification?