Burnout in social work: The supervisor’s role

Authors

  • Vicki Hirst Independent supervisor, New Zealand

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.11157/anzswj-vol31iss3id653

Keywords:

Social work, supervision, burnout, retention

Abstract

This article reflects on my supervisory practice in respect of burnout and is informed by current literature. It outlines how supervisors can best respond to prevent burnout, manage it if it occurs, and retain social workers in the profession following an experience of burnout.

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Published

2019-09-30

How to Cite

Hirst, V. (2019). Burnout in social work: The supervisor’s role. Aotearoa New Zealand Social Work, 31(3), 122–126. https://doi.org/10.11157/anzswj-vol31iss3id653

Issue

Vol. 31 No. 3 (2019)

Section

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