Live Session - Dec. 14, 2021 from 12-12:45 PM EST

PLEASE NOTE: No CE or certificate are available in this free session.

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This discussion-based session will provide a safe space for front-line public health workers to share their experiences regarding the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic. The session will provide tools on how to manage stress and distress through adjusting coping mechanisms, understanding the impact of stress, and improving self-care. Participants will be able to share personal and professional experiences revolving around challenges faced at work and juggling personal and professional lives during a pandemic. This space will allow them to open up about the mental, emotional, and physical toll they may have experienced during this time. Information provided will aim to equip participants and help them feel empowered to do things for their well-being. This discussion-based session will provide a safe space for front-line public health workers to share their experiences regarding the challenges faced during the pandemic. Information presented will provide tools on how to manage stress and distress through adjusting coping mechanisms, understanding the impact of stress, and improving self-care. Participants will be able to share personal and professional experiences revolving around challenges faced at work and juggling personal and professional lives during a pandemic. This space will allow them to open up about the mental, emotional, and physical toll they may have experienced during this time. Information provided will aim to equip participants and help them feel empowered to do things for their well-being.

This session will be offered 3 times: Nov. 30, 2021, Dec. 14, 2021, and Jan. 18, 2022. Please only enroll in 1 session. Participation will be capped at 75 participants per session.

Audience

Frontline COVID-19 responders (contract tracers, case investigators, ICS staff, and other health department staff)

Learning Objectives

• Reduce a sense of isolation by connecting through shared experiences
• Promote solidarity in the midst of a range of emotions and stress responses
• Emphasize resources for further psychological support as needed

Instructors

• Sara Eklove, LMSW, SAP, Executive Director, Encompass & ERS
• Jessi Zielinski, LMSW, SAP, Vice President of Organization Development & Training, Encompass

Sponsors

The Region V Public Health Training Center is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31684 Public Health Training Centers ($924,899). This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by Region V PHTC, HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.

Technical Information

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Contact us at rvphtc@umich.edu with questions.