Write a 1,200-1,750-word paper in the third person about the ethical and legal considerations of the developing social worker to include professional organizations and a plan for continued professional growth.

Ethical and Legal Considerations of the Developing Social Worker

Assessment Description
As a future social worker, it is important to have a plan for continued professional growth as well as an understanding of the required social worker dispositions. Additionally, it is considered good practice for professional social workers to join a professional social work organization. Research a professional organization that you might join such as the National Association of Social Workers (NASW), your state’s social work association, or another relevant professional organization.

Write a 1,200-1,750-word paper in the third person about the ethical and legal considerations of the developing social worker to include professional organizations and a plan for continued professional growth. Include the following in your paper:

Ethical and Legal Viewpoint

Volunteerism: What standards do social workers need to uphold in a voluntary position or providing free/pro bono work?
Self-disclosure: Should social workers disclose personal information to a client? If so, when and how is it appropriate?
Objectivity: Why is it important for social workers to remain objective with clients?
Self-care: How can social workers prevent professional burnout?
Spirituality: How can social workers maintain spirituality in and out of practice?
Social Work Dispositions: A review of three social work dispositions as well as an analysis in regards to personal strengths and challenges in regards to the selected dispositions.