Problem
Scenario
Alita is a board certified behavior analyst (BCBA) working for a large company that contracts with multiple school districts to provide behavior analytic services for their students. Prior to leaving the office to work with one of her young clients, the manager assigned her another student at the same school. Alita was directed to conduct a functional behavior assessment (FBA) and design a function-based behavior intervention plan (BIP) for the new client. Alita was happy to schedule the FBA as soon as possible but stated that she would first meet with the parents and explain the process and obtain informed consent to begin. Her manager told her that it was unnecessary since the school district is paying her for her services, and the principal requested behavior services.
Task
1. Discuss the relevant ethical issues in this scenario?
2. Identify all of the applicable codes by number?
3. Explain why each is relevant in the case?
4. What must Alita do to remain in compliance with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board's (BACB's) ethical codes?