The Lookout: Vicarious Trauma and Burnout

Description: A brief overview of the signs of vicarious trauma and burnout. Focused on workers in the family violence sector.

 

What's the evidence base for this resource: Does not directly cite any research or literature. However the information is broadly consistent with the evidence base and accepted practice.

 

Potential uses and limitations: Includes some simple tips for worker self-care and prevention at an individual level. Does not discuss primary prevention. 


Where it comes from: (from the site) "The Lookout is a place where Victorian family violence workers and other professionals in universal and mainstream services can find information, evidence-based resources and services to help them respond to family violence". The Lookout has been developed by the Domestic Violence Resource Centre Victoria (DVRCV) and Domestic Violence Victoria (DV Vic) with funding from the Victorian Government as part of its commitment to addressing violence against women and children.


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Management and Supervision