CRC Ethical Responsibility 2

Question 1

A recovery coach learns that a client is using a substance they hadn't disclosed previously. What is the most ethical first step?

Accepted Answer

Have a private, non-judgmental conversation with the client about the disclosure

Answer

Ethical practice requires addressing sensitive disclosures privately and without judgment to preserve trust and support continued engagement.

Question 2

Which ethical principle requires a recovery coach to place the client's interests above their own personal gain?

Accepted Answer

Beneficence

Answer

Beneficence means acting in the best interest of the client, prioritizing their wellbeing over the coach's personal or financial interests.

Question 3

A recovery coach is offered a gift by a client's family as a token of gratitude. What is the most ethically appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Decline and explain the ethical boundaries around gifts

Answer

Accepting gifts can blur professional boundaries and create dual relationships, so coaches should decline and explain why.

Question 4

What does 'informed consent' mean in the context of recovery coaching?

Accepted Answer

The client is fully informed about the coaching process, limits, and their rights before agreeing to participate

Answer

Informed consent ensures clients understand what recovery coaching involves, including its scope and limitations, before services begin.

Question 5

A recovery coach realizes they have a personal bias against a client's lifestyle choices. What is the ethical course of action?

Accepted Answer

Reflect on the bias and seek supervision or consider referral if objectivity is compromised

Answer

Self-awareness and supervision are ethical tools for managing personal bias so it does not harm the coaching relationship.

(CRC) Certified Recovery Coach Practice Test