Group Ethical issue

Select one ethical issue specific to group work or group counseling that is relevant to you as a group leader (e.g., confidentiality, dual relationships, informed consent, screening and selection, mandated reporting, cultural competence, technology-assisted groups, etc.). After reviewing the course textbook, the ACA Code of Ethics, and at least two additional scholarly or professional sources, you will: Clearly define the ethical issue Explain its relevance to group counseling Analyze the issue using ethical principles Apply the issue to real group counseling situations Articulate your role and responsibilities as a group leader Length: Approximately 2.5 pages (not including title and references) Format: APA 7th edition, Times New Roman 12-pt, double-spaced Criteria Excellent Proficient Developing Inadequate Points Identification of Ethical Issue Ethical issue is clearly identified, highly relevant to group counseling, and appropriate to the role of the group leader. Ethical issue is identified and relevant, though focus may lack depth or precision. Ethical issue is loosely defined or only partially relevant to group counseling. Ethical issue is unclear, inappropriate, or not specific to group counseling. 10 pts Use of Professional Literature Integrates textbook and multiple relevant professional sources (e.g., ACA Code of Ethics, scholarly literature) to support discussion. Uses required literature appropriately with adequate support. Limited use of professional literature or weak integration. Minimal or no use of professional literature. 15 pts Ethical Analysis & Application to Group Work Demonstrates strong ethical reasoning and applies ethical principles effectively to group counseling practice. Considers group dynamics and leadership responsibilities. Demonstrates appropriate ethical reasoning with some application to group work. Ethical reasoning is basic or inconsistently applied to group counseling. Lacks ethical analysis or fails to apply ethics to group work. 15 pts Professional Judgment & Counselor Role Provides a clear, thoughtful, and well-supported professional position. Demonstrates counselor self-awareness and ethical responsibility as a group leader. Professional position is stated and supported, though depth may be limited. Professional position is present but underdeveloped or weakly supported. Professional judgment is unclear, unsupported, or absent. 5 pts Organization, Writing Quality & APA Style Paper is well-organized, clear, and professional. Minimal writing errors. Correct APA formatting and citations. Organization and clarity are adequate with minor errors. Writing or organization issues interfere somewhat with clarity. Multiple APA errors present. Poor organization, unclear writing, or major APA errors. 5 pts