Code of Ethics
1) Honesty, Integrity, & Honest Communication: All employees shall act honestly & openly in all communications, both internally & externally.
2) Accurate Information: We shall always provide accurate & complete information in our reports, documents, & communications.
3) Professional Conduct & Respect: All employees shall show respect for colleagues, customers, suppliers, & other stakeholders.
4) Equal Treatment: We shall treat all individuals fairly & without discrimination based on gender, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or disability.
5) Accountability & Personal Responsibility: Each employee is responsible for their actions & shall act with responsibility & integrity.
6) Reporting Irregularities: Employees shall report any suspicion of unethical or illegal actions to their supervisor or through established whistleblowing channels (i.e., licensing boards).
7) Confidentiality & Protection of Information: All employees shall protect confidential information & not share it with unauthorized parties.
8) Privacy: We respect the privacy of our employees, customers, & partners, & comply with all laws & regulations regarding the handling of personal data.
9) Compliance with Laws and Regulations: We shall comply with all applicable laws, regulations, & industry standards in every country where we operate as far as reasonably possible.
10) Ethical Business Practices: All business practices shall be conducted ethically, avoiding conflicts of interest, & with our clients, suppliers, business partners best interests at heart.
11) Environmental Responsibility & Sustainability: We are committed to sustainable practices and minimizing our environmental impact.
12) Resource Management: Efficient use of resources and reduction of waste shall be considered in all operations.
13) Workplace Safety: We shall ensure a safe and healthy work environment for all employees.
14) Health and Safety Compliance: Compliance with all health and safety regulations is mandatory. We will strive to our utmost ability to abide by all applicable standards.
Conclusion
Adherence to this Code of Ethics is essential for maintaining our reputation and ensuring the success and integrity of our business. For any queries regarding this policy please contact us at: [email protected]
Please note, this is not a complete list of our code of ethics, as we also follow federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Additionally, we have state licensing boards that govern our respective credentials - North Carolina Board of Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors (NCBLMHC) and the North Carolina Addictions Specialist Professional Practice Board (NCASPPB).
Each code of ethics and regulatory standard that we follow is upheld, to the best of our human ability, across One Moment, PLLC, Live & Thrive, and the One Moment Podcast.