Ray is a recovering alcoholism counselor. He has a brief (two-day) lapse following the death of his wife. He immediately goes to AA, meets with his sponsor, and sees a grief counselor. He is not drinking now. Your agency's policy requires two years of continuous sobriety. No one knows of Ray's lapse. He fears he may lose his job if he discloses the lapse. He comes to you as a coworker and friend seeking your advice. What do you do? What do you say to Ray? If Ray does not want to report his lapse to management, would you?
What is MORAL?
When I put my head on the pillow tonight, how will I feel about what I am about to do?
What is ETHICAL?
What is the most I should do for this individual?
What is LEGAL?
The minimum acceptable level to meet the requirements of the law.