Standard 8 - Professional Responsibilities
Fulfills professional responsibilities established by the school district.
In addition to state law and district policy, ethical standards are established specific to the school counselor and their unique role in the education of our youth. “The ASCA Ethical Standards for School Counselors specify the principles of ethical behavior necessary to maintain the highest standard of integrity, leadership and professionalism. They guide school counselors’ decision making and help standardize professional practice to protect both students and school counselors” (ASCA National Model, 3rd Edition).
a. Adheres to board policies, district procedures, and contractual obligations.
b. Demonstrates professional and ethical conduct as defined by state law and district policy.
c. Contributes to efforts to achieve district and building goals.
d. Demonstrates an understanding of and respect for all learners and staff.
e. Collaborates with students, families, colleagues, and communities to enhance student learning.
Aligned School Counselor Competencies:
• Applies the ethical standards and principles of the school counseling profession and adheres to the legal aspects of the role of the school counselor (II-B-4).
• Understands and practices in accordance with school district policy and local, state and federal statutory requirements (II-B-4c).
• Understands the unique legal and ethical nature of working with minor students in a school setting (II-B-4d).
• Practices within the ethical and statutory limits of confidentiality (II-B-4i).
Criterion:
Ethical Standards
Confidentiality
District, State and Local Policy
Artifacts:
ASCA Ethical Standards for School Counselors
ASCA School Counselor Competencies
ASCA National Standards for Students
ASCA The Role of the Professional School Counselor
ASCA Appropriate Activities for School Counselors
ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors for Student Success
ASCA Position Statements
ASCA Confidentiality Statement
In addition to state law and district policy, ethical standards are established specific to the school counselor and their unique role in the education of our youth. “The ASCA Ethical Standards for School Counselors specify the principles of ethical behavior necessary to maintain the highest standard of integrity, leadership and professionalism. They guide school counselors’ decision making and help standardize professional practice to protect both students and school counselors” (ASCA National Model, 3rd Edition).
a. Adheres to board policies, district procedures, and contractual obligations.
b. Demonstrates professional and ethical conduct as defined by state law and district policy.
c. Contributes to efforts to achieve district and building goals.
d. Demonstrates an understanding of and respect for all learners and staff.
e. Collaborates with students, families, colleagues, and communities to enhance student learning.
Aligned School Counselor Competencies:
• Applies the ethical standards and principles of the school counseling profession and adheres to the legal aspects of the role of the school counselor (II-B-4).
• Understands and practices in accordance with school district policy and local, state and federal statutory requirements (II-B-4c).
• Understands the unique legal and ethical nature of working with minor students in a school setting (II-B-4d).
• Practices within the ethical and statutory limits of confidentiality (II-B-4i).
Criterion:
Ethical Standards
Confidentiality
District, State and Local Policy
Artifacts:
ASCA Ethical Standards for School Counselors
ASCA School Counselor Competencies
ASCA National Standards for Students
ASCA The Role of the Professional School Counselor
ASCA Appropriate Activities for School Counselors
ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors for Student Success
ASCA Position Statements
ASCA Confidentiality Statement