Correctional mental health providers face constant pressure: trauma exposure, staffing shortages, overcrowding, and high-acuity populations. These conditions drive burnout that shows up emotionally, physically, and behaviorally. This session uses established models, including Maslach and Jackson, to define burnout and distinguish it from everyday stress. Explore how personal patterns and workplace culture increase risk, then focus on solutions, including practical strategies to recognize early signs, respond effectively, and sustain long-term professional well-being.

Educational Objectives

• Identify stressors specific to correctional mental health professionals
• Discuss the impacts of burnout on personal well-being, staffing, and quality of care
• Describe strategies to mitigate burnout among staff

Level: Basic