Burnout Prevention, Recovery and the Stress Response: Recognize
3-Part Series: Recognize, Reset, Recover
with ITHRIVE with Clarvida
Recognize:
Burnout is more than just feeling tired after a long week. It’s a state of physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion caused by prolonged and chronic stress at work. As a clinician, your dedication to helping others can sometimes lead to neglecting your own needs.
Recognizing the signs of burnout is the first step in addressing and preventing it.
At Clarvida, we are committed to supporting our clinicians by providing resources and an environment that promotes well-being.
What is Burnout?
Burnout is more than just feeling tired after a long week. It’s a state of physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion caused by prolonged and chronic stress at work. As a clinician, your dedication to helping others can sometimes lead to neglecting your own needs.
Recognizing the signs of burnout is the first step in addressing and preventing it.
At Clarvida, we are committed to supporting our clinicians by providing resources and an environment that promotes well-being.
Signs of Burnout
- Lack of Motivation and Enthusiasm: You may find it hard to get excited about your work, even tasks you once enjoyed.
- Feeling Disconnected: You may feel emotionally detached from your work and colleagues, leading to a sense of isolation.
- Physical and Mental Exhaustion: Persistent fatigue, even after adequate rest, can be a significant indicator.
- Increased Irritability and Frustration: Small annoyances might trigger disproportionate reactions.
- Reduced Performance: Difficulty concentrating, remembering details, or making decisions can affect your work quality.
- Cynicism and Indifference: Feeling hopeless or indifferent about your work can indicate deeper issues.
- Physical Symptoms: Chronic headaches, insomnia, or frequent illness can be signs of stress overload.
- Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms: Increased reliance on alcohol, drugs, or food to manage stress.
- Withdrawal from Social Activities: Avoiding activities that once brought joy and fulfillment.
- Feeling Trapped: A pervasive sense of helplessness or hopelessness about your situation.
How Clarvida Supports Clinicians
- Flexible Work Schedules: To help you balance work and personal life.
- Professional Development: Continuous learning opportunities to keep you engaged and motivated.
- Wellness Programs: Access to mental health resources, meditation apps, and stress management workshops.
- Supportive Community: A collaborative culture that encourages teamwork and mutual support
Real Stories from Clarvida Clinicians
“I have worked for numerous child welfare agencies throughout my career and Clarvida is superior by far. I feel supported and heard. As a supervisor, I am proud of Clarvida’s continued investment in training and professional development for myself and my team. They put an emphasis on continued growth as professionals so we can remain trauma informed and strive to give the best care to youth and families.”
– Supervisor, Illinois
Recognizing the signs of burnout is the first step towards recovery. At Clarvida, we are dedicated to providing the support and resources you need to thrive both professionally and personally. Join us and experience a work environment that values your well-being as much as you value your patients.
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