For Practioners
Having an ethical complaint filed against you can be an emotionally taxing experience. Below are some resources to help JamPsych members address any ethical dilemmas and/or complaints.
We encourage all members to review the JamPsych Code of Ethics and familiarize themselves with relevant guideline documents to ensure that they practice within their boundaries of competence and protect themselves against common ethical issues.
Contact info for assistance: jampsychethics@gmail.com
Procedures for Filing an Appeal
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- Once informed that an ethical complaint has been filed against you respond by acknowledging receipt of the complaint and note the number of days allowed for you to provide a formal response.
- Consult with a senior clinician, supervisor or legal representative before responding to the complaint.
- Provide a formal response to the complaint & follow COmmittee guidance on next steps in the review process
- Do not ignore any complaint (See ethics code 1.06 Cooperating With Ethics Committees)
- Do not make contact with the client and try to sort things out or attempt to persuade him/her to withdraw their complaint.
- Do not submit any additional documentation until specifically requested. ANy documentation with identifying information should be provided with relevant consent for sharing.