Code of Ethics for Care Providers

Provision of Service
I will provide ongoing service to you only after I have met with the Staff Coordinator and fully understand your needs and the services to be provided.

Self-Determination
At all times, I will base my services on the goals you, or a person designated to act for you, have defined, and which enhance the decisions you have made concerning your life.

Loyalty
My first duty is loyalty to you. I will always provide services based on your best interest, even if this conflicts with my interests or the interests of others.

Substitute Judgment
I will not substitute my judgment for yours unless I have your or the approval of someone designated to act for you.

Confidentiality
I will hold in trust any confidence you give me, disclosing information to others only with your permission, or if I am compelled to do so by a belief that you will be seriously harmed by my silence, or if the laws of this State require me to do so.

Qualifications
I am fully qualified in my profession to provide the services I undertake. I continue to improve my skills and knowledge by participating in professional development programs.

Discrimination
I will not promote or sanction any form of discrimination.