Prevention of Burnout Syndrome in Social Workers to Increase Professional Self-Efficacy

The reality of the professional burnout of social workers has never been more topical than in today’s transformative, dynamic, and anxiety-filled society. Thus, this study aims to stress the necessity and importance of prevention of social workers’ burnout syndrome based on empirical research data on the topicality of the problem and the application of diverse and contradictory solutions. Although social work is purposefully structured, mentally rewarding, rejuvenating, and inspiring, it is also tedious, demanding, and emotionally draining at times, as it requires inexhaustible intellectual and emotional resources from social work professionals, consistently qualified professional activities, and effective cooperation with the client. The research data obtained from surveying social workers confirm the topicality of the problem and the need for preventive activities for the promotion and preservation of the mental health of professionals. The study result offers theory-based recommendations and suggestions for the reduction of burnout syndrome symptoms and prevention strategies when implementing professional self-efficacy of social workers in the era of constantly pulsating changes and challenges.