Term
| 2.04a Third Party Involvement Services |
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Definition
When the Behavior Analyst agrees to provide services at the request of a third party, the following aspects of the relationship must be clarified:
BA's role, nature of the relationship, possible conflicts, likely services to be used, limits to confidentiality |
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Term
| 2.04b Third Party Involvement Services |
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Definition
| If there is significant risk of BA being asked to engage in conflicting roles, be sure to clarify, keep all parties informed, and refer all parties to the BACB code |
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Term
| 2.04c Third Party Involvement Services |
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Definition
| If a minor or member of protected population is the client, ensure the guardian/parent is informed of all rights to all documentation/information/etc. |
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Term
| 2.04d Third Party Involvement Services |
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Definition
| BA always puts care for client above all other concerns, and has the right to terminate services if there is a conflict with any party in maintaining client's best care. |
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Term
| 2.05a Rights and Prerogatives of Clients |
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Definition
| Client's rights and prerogatives are supported by the BA at all times |
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Term
| 2.05b Rights and Prerogatives of Clients |
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Definition
| Clients and supervisees of the BA have the right to request the BA's accurate/current credentials |
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Term
| 2.05c Rights and Prerogatives of Clients |
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Definition
| The BA must obtain specific consent from all individuals to record services/interviews |
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Term
| 2.05d Rights and Prerogatives of Clients |
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Definition
| Clients and supervisees must be made aware of the right to lodge complaints about the BA to their employer, the BACB, and/or any other appropriate authority |
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Term
| 2.05e Rights and Prerogatives of Clients |
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Definition
| BAs must submit to any requirement for background checks. |
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Term
| 2.06a Maintaining Confidentiality |
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Definition
| BAs have an obligation to take reasonable precautions in order to protect the confidentiality of any individual they work/consult with |
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Term
| 2.06b Maintaining Confidentiality |
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Definition
| Confidentiality is addressed specifically at the beginning of any new client relationship and at any time in the future when relevant |
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Term
| 2.06c Maintaining Confidentiality |
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Definition
| In regards to communication (written, verbal, etc.), only BAs will use minimal identifying information in order to protect client confidentiality |
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Term
| 2.06d Maintaining Confidentiality |
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Definition
| Confidential client information is discussed by BAs strictly for professional or scientific purposes. |
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Term
| 2.06e Maintaining Confidentiality |
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Definition
| BAs will avoid using social media that could potentially violate the confidentiality clauses of this code for clients or supervisees. |
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Term
| 2.07a Maintaining Records |
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Definition
| BAs maintain confidentiality when creating, contacting, reviewing, transmitting, or disposing of records in any form. |
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Term
| 2.07b Maintaining Records |
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Definition
| BAs maintain and dispose of records in accordance to any applicable laws, corporate/organizational guidelines, and the BACB code. |
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Term
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Definition
BA will obtain consent to disclose at the beginning of new client relationships and never disclose confidential information EXCEPT for specific legal reasons AND
1- to provide necessary professional services to client
2- to obtain appropriate professional consultations
3 - to protect client/others from harm
4 - to obtain payment for services (in limited terms) |
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