Ethical supervision is the cornerstone of professional development in behavior analysis, yet the complexities and nuances of ethical decision-making in the supervisory context present challenges that many BCBAs feel underprepared to navigate. This presentation by Yulema Cruz explores the essential components of an ethical supervisory relationship, examines potential ethical dilemmas unique to supervision, and provides practical guidance for behavior analysts seeking to strengthen their supervisory practice.
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Join Free →In the field of applied behavior analysis, effective mentoring and supervision play a pivotal role in shaping the ethical conduct and professional growth of behavior analysts. However, the complexities and nuances of ethical decision-making in the supervisory context can pose significant challenges. This talk aims to explore ethical mentoring and supervision and provide behavior analysts with practical guidance for navigating the supervisory compass. During the session, we will discuss the essential components of an ethical supervisory relationship. Furthermore, we will explore potential ethical dilemmas that supervisors may encounter and provide strategies for effectively addressing these challenges. Participants will gain insights into promoting ethical decision-making skills among supervisees and encouraging critical thinking within the boundaries of ethical conduct.
| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB® | 1 | Ethics |
Dr. Yulema Cruz is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral with over 23 years of experience in the field specializing in skill acquisition and behavior reduction programming, as well as the supervision of behavior technicians and trainees. Dr. Cruz received a Ph.D. in Education with a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) from Nova Southeastern University. Her academic interests include ethics and supervision in ABA. Dr. Cruz served as the president of the Florida Association for Behavior Analysis from 2019-2021, as well as an assistant teaching professor at Rutgers University and the Practicum Coordinator for the Department of Applied Psychology from 2021-2024. Presently, she is an Adjunct Faculty at Ouachita Baptist University and Monty Behavior Consultant’s founder. As an ABA consultant and supervisor, Dr. Cruz works in the development of supervision systems, and the dissemination of ABA to other countries and languages. In fact, Dr. Cruz taught courses in Spanish as an adjunct for UNIBE, in the Dominican Republic. Dr. Cruz co-authored The ABA Supervision Handbook: A Guide to Quality Fieldwork Experience, first and second editions, as well as The Consulting Supervisor Handbook: Helping Newly Certified BCBAs Navigate Supervision. As part of the international www.ABAEthicshotline.com, Dr. Cruz has provided ethical advice in the area of supervision since 2018. She is also a public speaker who has presented at over 40 venues worldwide including South America and Europe.
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All behavior-analytic intervention is individualized. The information on this page is for educational purposes and does not constitute clinical advice. Treatment decisions should be informed by the best available published research, individualized assessment, and obtained with the informed consent of the client or their legal guardian. Behavior analysts are responsible for practicing within the boundaries of their competence and adhering to the BACB Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts.