This event will be held on March 15, 2022 from 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. MT.
Professional caregivers often find themselves in work that is both meaningful, and extremely difficult. Without conscious effort, caregivers can become exhausted by their work with compounding effects in their personal life. This training will offer practical strategies and practices for enhancing personal and professional wellness. Professionals in caregiver roles often forget that self-care is a fundamental part of their unique and caring contribution. This training will not only give professionals permission to focus on what matters most, but will offer guidance on creating their own sustainable self-care plan!
1. Participants will adopt strategies that support their thriving both personally and professionally.
2. Participants will be given ideas for in-the-moment stress management.
3. Participants will conduct brief experiences that build fulfillment, generate positive emotion, and create improve their connection with their work and personal life.
4. Participants will create their own sustainable self-care plan and have access to a digital workbook of strategies.
McKinley Withers (he/him), Ed.D., M.Ed.
Health and Wellness Administrator, Jordan School District
I have had the privilege of working as teacher, counselor, and administrator. I received a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science Teaching from Brigham Young University, a Master’s Degree in Psychology with an emphasis in School Counseling from Utah State University, and a Doctoral Degree in Educational Leadership and Policy from the University of Utah. I currently work as Jordan District’s Health and Wellness Consultant. If you don’t find me in public schools then you’ll find me with my amazing wife and beautiful children, running (preferably on trails), or trying some other outdoor hobby. I hope to meet you out in our schools or out in the wild!
