Description
Book SynopsisOverwhelming evidence indicates that new social workers going into child welfare or other trauma-related care discover emotional challenges. In a textbook that bridges the gap between theoretical and pragmatic approaches, Jason M. Newell provides a solution by conceptualizing self-care as the key to professional resilience.
Trade ReviewNewell emphasizes the importance of professional self-care as it relates to providing ethical and quality services to others who are vulnerable and needing help. Clearly, if as helping professionals we do not take the first breath of oxygen, how is it possible to help others breathe? -- Carolyn Szafran, Washburn University Jason M. Newell's important book is a wake call to the field of social work and its accrediting body; that self-care is the key to professional resilience. Awake and read this book! -- Charles R. Figley, Tulane University
Table of ContentsPreface
Acknowledgments
1. An Introduction to Resilient Practice Through Holistic Self-Care
Section 1: Theory, Conceptualization, and Measurement2. Understanding the Connection Between Stress and Trauma
3. Chronic Empathy and Trauma in Human Service Work: Implications for Social Service Professionals
4. Understanding and Preventing the Effects of Professional Burnout and Indirect Trauma: An Individual and Organizational Challenge
5. Assessment and Measurement of Occupational Stress and Trauma
Section 2: A Holistic Framework for the Application of Self-Care Practices6. The Essential Practice of Professional Self-Care: The Key to Professional Resilience
7. Preserving Professional Resilience: The Ongoing Practice of Holistic Self-Care
8. The Ethical Obligation of Professional Self-Care, with James L. Jackson Jr.
9. Trauma-Informed Education, Training, and Professional Development
10. The Use of Mindfulness Practice as a Function of Self-Care
Epilogue: Finding Balance in Social Work Practice: Self-Care as Practice Wisdom
WorksheetsPersonal Reflection Exercise: Resilience and Self-Appreciation
Personal Reflection Exercise: Engaging Group Discussion on Trauma
Sample Assignment: Deep Breathing Exercise
Sample Assessment of Organizational Strengths and Challenges
Self-Care Process: Setting Organizational Goals
Self-Care Process: Setting Personal Goals
Professional Development Assignment: Construct a Plan of Personal and Professional Self-Care
Suggestions for Developing a Comprehensive Plan of Self-Care
Sample Goals and Objectives for a Plan of Self-Care
Blank Template for a Comprehensive Plan of Self-Care
Sample Self-Care Plan: Personal Table
Sample Assignment: Journaling Mindfully
Bibliography of Recommended Readings
Bibliography of Suggested Internet Resources
Glossary
References
Index
