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• Ethics Committee (if established): Responsible for providing guidance on ethical decision-making, reviewing complex conflict of interest cases, and ensuring consistent application of the Conflict of Interest policy.

d. Procedural Guidance 1. Disclosure:

– Complete the Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form (Appendix A) annually. – Submit the form to your supervisor or Ethics Committee. – Update the form whenever a new potential conflict arises. 2. Recusal: – If a conflict of interest is identified, your supervisor or the Ethics Committee will determine whether recusal is necessary. – If recusal is required, you must abstain from participating in discussions, decisions, or votes related to the matter. – The recusal decision will be documented in writing. 3. Ethical Decision-Making: – When conflicts arise, consult the Ethical Decision-Making Guidelines (Appendix B). – Evaluate the competing interests and determine the most appropriate course of action. – Document the decision-making process, including the rationale for the chosen action. 4. Reporting Mechanisms:

– Supervisors and Ethics Committee members should report any suspected violations of this policy to executive leadership or the Compliance Officer.

e. Regulatory References This policy aligns with ethical guidelines for healthcare professionals, non-profit governance best practices, and relevant state and federal regulations related to conflict of interest in healthcare or social services. Reference to ethical guidelines for healthcare professionals, non-profit governance best practices, and any relevant state or federal regulations related to conflict of interest in healthcare or social services. Ethical guidelines for healthcare professionals, non-profit governance best practices, and any relevant state or federal regulations related to conflict of interest in healthcare or social services.