Adults working in the social services field can experience what is called secondary trauma when working with families and colleagues who may be working with families experiencing their own trauma. In addition, social services occupations can be emotionally draining due to the high-pressure nature of the work, relatively low-wages, combined with a high staff turnover among social services professionals. The goal of this workshop is to introduce social services staff and their partners to the California Fit Business Kit and teach them strategies through interactive and group activities to implement healthy lifestyle changes while on the job.

Worksite Wellness: Keeping Staff Healthy while Meeting the Needs of Children and Families under Duress

• Courtney Cagle, Project Coordinator, Public Health Institute Center for Wellness and Nutrition
• Stephanie Carillo, Program Manager, Public Health Institute Center for Wellness and Nutrition
• Amy Delisio, Deputy Director, Public Health Institute Center for Wellness and Nutrition
• Lisa Tadlock, Community Partnership Specialist, Public Health Institute Center for Wellness and Nutrition