Social workers should provide appropriate professional services in public emergencies, to the greatest extent possible.
Simple, straightforward. So if a question asks something about stepping up during an emergency...
A fire has led to an evacuation to a high school gym near a social worker's home. The social worker's home is not threatened and she is planning a night of rest and relaxation. The evacuation shelter has called for mental health professionals to volunteer their time. How should the social worker respond?
A. Contact the shelter to see if social workers are needed.
B. Continue with planned evening of rest and relaxation.
C. Wait to see if other mental health professionals fill the shelter's need, and if not, volunteer.
D. Volunteer time providing services at the shelter.
The code has chosen your answer for you. (It's D, by the way.) Now you're ready to face down emergency and disaster questions on the social work licensing exam. Have at it!