Code of Ethics for a Social Worker [Sotsiaalvaldkonna töötaja eetikakoodeks]

Name of code

Code of Ethics for a Social Worker [Sotsiaalvaldkonna töötaja eetikakoodeks]

Originator of code

National Institute for Health Development

Country

Estonia

Original language

Estonian

Year of creation

2022

Type of code

Public institutions

Main frame of accountability

Public

Transparency

Public

Legal and regulatory context

Non-mandatory

Implementation and enforcement

Voluntary

Diversity

Yes

AI/automation

No

Abstract

The “Code of Ethics for a Social Worker” is developed by the Estonian Association and applies to the social workers (managers of welfare institutions, social workers, care workers, etc.). It describes a special section on ethical communication in social media and responsible use of digital technologies. In addition, the code points out the need to be open to cooperation with the media, keeping in mind the principle of confidentiality.

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