07/26/2024
Raising Awareness: Child Welfare Workforce Burnout
Social workers are the unsung heroes who dedicate their lives to protecting children and supporting families in crisis. However, many are facing unprecedented levels of burnout due to high caseloads and overwhelming demands.
📊 Did You Know?
- Many social workers manage caseloads that far exceed recommended limits, leading to stress and burnout.
- Burnout in the child welfare workforce can result in high turnover rates, affecting the quality of care provided to vulnerable children and families.
💬 Why This Matters:
When social workers are overburdened, it impacts their ability to provide the essential care and attention each child and family needs. This can lead to negative outcomes for those in the child welfare system.
🤔 We Want to Hear From You:
How aware are you of the challenges faced by social workers due to high caseloads? Please take a moment to complete our brief survey and share your thoughts.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/H66QFNC
Your input can help us advocate for better working conditions for social workers and improved services for children and families. Together, we can make a difference!
University of Kentucky College of Social Work
