Compassion Fatigue and Burnout - CMHA-Alberta
Learn the symptoms of compassion fatigue and burnout, and how to manage them effectively to build resilience.
The symptoms of compassion fatigue and burnout are hard to recognize and require adequate support to overcome. This workshop will help employers, employees and volunteers who may develop compassion fatigue. Those at risk for compassion fatigue include first responders, clergy, teachers, counsellors, social workers, health care professionals, veterinarians and individuals who are the first point of contact for those going through a crisis or disaster.
This workshop provides a flexible and customizable approach, accommodating the unique needs of various professions and industries while offering adaptable time frames and formats.
By the end of the training, participants will:
Understand symptoms and effects of compassion fatigue and fatigue risk factors
Recognize personal and systemic barriers to receiving help
Learn how to manage daily perceived threats and stress in more effective ways
Create a self-care plan with resiliency-building skills and steps to improve workplace mental health
Learn the difference between compassion fatigue and burnout
To register: CMHA-AB
