Administrators often receive information regarding the impairment of a social worker within their agency. A colleague will come forth and express concern for a fellow worker who may be demonstrating inappropriate behaviors in the work setting. What is the first bit of information to obtain as a supervisor?
A)Has the social worker been drug tested?
B)Is the social worker on a new medication?
C)Is the social worker mentally stable?
D)Did the colleague address this issue with the fellow social worker?

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Administration is the first channel a colleague should come to after addressing impairment concerns with the fellow worker. Social workers should consult with the colleague who is demonstrating signs of psychosocial distress, mental health difficulties, or substance abuse. Assistance should be offered by the colleague to remediate the problem. When this is not accepted, the social worker must notify a supervisor.

Administrators Often Receive Information Regarding the Impairment of a Social