What are ethical principles in youth work?

What are ethical principles in youth work?

Youth workers will act in the best interests of young people, avoid exposing them to physical, psychological or emotional harm or injury, and always uphold the principle of ‘do no harm’.

What are the values and principles of youth work?

1. Six key principles for effective youth services

• Youth-led. Young people’s voices are central to the provision offered to them.
• Inclusivity, equality and diversity.
• Respect.
• Quality, safety and well-being.
• Empowerment.
• Positivity.

What is a code of conduct youth work?

A code of conduct should outline good practice guidelines (e.g. treat all young people with respect) that all workers are encouraged to promote, and also ‘unacceptable practice’ that should not be tolerated and would lead to disciplinary procedures (e.g. physical punishment of a child).

What are the legal responsibilities of a youth worker?

This means they have a duty to take reasonable care to avoid causing harm to service users, volunteers and members of the public. In practice this may mean providing suitable equipment, training and/or supervision based on a risk assessment of the activity, event or work being undertaken.

Why are ethics important in youth work?

Youth workers will maintain the integrity of the limitations of their role in the young person’s life. Ethical youth work practice is consistent with preserving the health and well being of youth workers. Youth workers are loyal to the practice of youth work, not bringing it into disrepute.

What are the responsibilities of a youth worker?

Youth worker: job description

• setting up and running projects.
• mentoring or counselling individual young people.
• managing budgets.
• applying for project funding.
• maintaining confidential records.
• writing and presenting reports.
• recruiting and managing staff, including volunteers.

What is the responsibility of a youth worker?

Youth workers plan, organise and oversee community programmes aimed at young people. Youth workers work directly with children and young people, helping them to build life skills, develop healthy relationships and make decisions that are right for them.

What is confidentiality in youth work?

As a youth worker, you will be aware of your legal duty to keep information confidential, unless you have consent to disclose it, or there is a risk of harm to a young person or others.

What is code of ethics in early childhood education?

Promote the health and well-being of all children. Use developmentally appropriate practices when working with all children. Demonstrate caring for all children in all aspects of their practice. Work in partnership with parents, supporting them in meeting their responsibilities to their children.

What are the qualities of a good youth worker?

What skills does a Youth Worker need?

• Commitment to young people and an understanding of the factors affecting their lives.
• The ability to act with integrity in times of stress.
• Interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish good relationships with a range of people.
• Patience, tolerance and flexibility.

Why is it important to maintain confidentiality in youth work?

Confidentiality is a complex area, particularly when providing for under 18s, where child protection issues may arise. A comprehensive policy should guide your practice in protecting young people’s rights to privacy balanced against your duty to protect; helping to clarify the responsibilities of staff and managers.

What is the Code of ethics for youth work in Aotearoa?

The Code of Ethics for Youth Work in Aotearoa New Zealand defines key values and standards for youth workers in Aotearoa New Zealand. This training unpacks the 24 clauses of the 3rd Edition of the Code of Ethics which is developed around Mana Taiohi.

What is the Code of ethics for Aotearoa New Zealand?

The Code of Ethics for Youth Work in Aotearoa New Zealand defines key values and standards for youth workers in Aotearoa New Zealand. This training unpacks the 24 clauses of the 3rd Edition of the Code of Ethics which is developed around Mana Taiohi. It’s not just what you can’t do.

What is the 3rd edition of the Code of ethics?

This training unpacks the 24 clauses of the 3rd Edition of the Code of Ethics which is developed around Mana Taiohi. It’s not just what you can’t do. It’s about growing in solid youth development practice for our rangatahi and celebrating the unique and necessary approach that defines youth work.

What is the purpose of the Code of ethics?

The Code of Ethics is intended to be consistent with the responsibilities of Tangata Whenua and Tangata Tiriti, agreed to in Te Tiriti o Waitangi.