Catalyst for CARE Training - Thriving not Surviving: Self Care for the Caregiver

Date - Friday, July 24, 2009

Time - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Location -United Methodist Childrens Home - 500 Columbia Drive; Decatur, GA 30030

Cost - $65 - GAHSC Members; $85 - Non-Members

CEU's - 3.5

About the Training

Working in the minefields and bureaucracies of child welfare can not only be exhausting but trigger some of our own issues. Burnout and compassion fatigue- or secondary PTSD- are common in fields for professionals and caregivers who work with children and families impacted by trauma and complex needs. Participants will learn about these two phenomena, how to identify personal risks, red flags and who is most vulnerable. Focus will be on utilizing self care strategies not only to survive but thrive and maintain balance between one's personal and professional life. Participants should wear comfortable clothing. This workshop is for case managers, supervisors, child care and juvenile justice workers, therapists, foster and adoptive parents and mentors.

About the Trainer

Debra Klausner, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with twenty years of experience in a variety of child welfare settings, is currently instructor and trainer with Georgia State University's School of Social Work. Ms. Klausner, a foster and adoptive parent herself, has served professionally in various capacities within the field including that of child and family therapist, program director, development director and training director in residential and community-based settings. Ms. Klausner is a dynamic presenter whose workshops are a blend of theory, practical tips, creativity and humor.

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