Chemical Dependency Counselor CCDC Exam Professional Standards & Competencies 2

Question 1

A CCDC counselor suspects a colleague is impaired while working with clients. What is the most appropriate immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Report the concern to a supervisor or designated authority

Answer

Professional standards require reporting impaired colleague concerns to protect client safety and uphold ethical obligations.

Question 2

Which ethical principle underlies the requirement that counselors avoid sexual relationships with current clients?

Accepted Answer

Non-maleficence

Answer

Non-maleficence ('do no harm') prohibits sexual relationships because the inherent power imbalance causes harm to clients.

Question 3

A client asks a CCDC counselor to write a personal letter of recommendation for a job unrelated to treatment. This request represents a:

Accepted Answer

Potential dual relationship that requires careful consideration

Answer

Writing personal recommendations for clients can blur professional boundaries and create a dual relationship requiring ethical scrutiny.

Question 4

Under NAADAC's Code of Ethics, what must a counselor do when their personal values conflict with a client's treatment goals?

Accepted Answer

Prioritize client welfare and manage their own values professionally

Answer

Counselors must prioritize client welfare and manage personal value conflicts without imposing their beliefs on clients.

Question 5

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'scope of practice' for a CCDC counselor?

Accepted Answer

The range of services and activities the counselor is trained and authorized to provide

Answer

Scope of practice defines the boundaries of services a counselor is qualified and authorized to provide based on training and credentialing.

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