Description
Vicarious trauma and burnout are major risk factors for mental health workers. Being able to manage our own trigger responses to repeatedly witnessing the distress of others is essential.Suitable for: Support workers who deal with clients in distress on a regular basis.
This event will cover:
- Definitions of stress, burnout, compassion fatigue and vicarious trauma
- Strategies for managing burnout / compassion fatigue.
- Models of reflective practice.
- The role of empathy, compassion and boundaries in working with clients
- Understanding the autonomic nervous system
Trainers
- Tamara Stillwell (Trainer) — Mental Health Victoria
Categories:
Capability 13 - Enabling reflective and supportive ways of working
Disciplines:
Allied Health,
Lived Experience Workforce,
Medical,
Nursing
Levels:
Introductory
Wednesday 22 July 2020
09:30 to 13:00 Add to calendar
09:30 to 13:00 Add to calendar
Thursday 23 July 2020
09:30 to 13:00 Add to calendar
09:30 to 13:00 Add to calendar
Zoom
Mental Health Victoria Member rate $230
Non-member rate $320
All course materials are included.
Provided by
Mental Health Victoria
For further information contact