Connecticut Certification Board
Connecticut Certification Board
A Workforce In Crisis
A Workforce In Crisis
A Workforce In Crisis
Monday 9th October 2023
Join Brittainy Lindsey on 'Scope of Practice' as she discusses the mental health workforce crisis and advocates for clinician well-being.
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Get the buttons here!Championing Clinician Care: Addressing the Behavioral Health Workforce Crisis
Episode Overview
- The anticipated growth in demand for substance use disorder and mental health counselors is expected to outweigh the supply, stretching the workforce thin.
- Clinicians face a challenging dilemma between contractor and W-2 employee roles, impacting their access to autonomy and essential worker benefits.
- The episode sheds light on the impact of productivity standards and the lack of psychological safety for clinicians, emphasizing the need for a holistic approach to clinician well-being.
- The conversation advocates for ethical and meaningful change in the healthcare system, prioritizing the success and well-being of clinicians and individuals in the workforce.
- Brittainy Lindsey's call to action urges individuals to share their experiences, stay engaged in communities, and offer ethical advice to support positive change in the healthcare system.
So that is sort of my call to action, you know, for everyone, whether you are still working in your field or you've moved on to other places to, to not completely abandoned the things that you've experienced to try and give back in some way, whether you're telling your story, whether you're staying in community, whether you're giving good, you know, ethical advice to folks who need it.
Imagine being on the front lines of mental health care, only to find yourself overwhelmed and under-supported. That's the reality for many in the behavioral health workforce today. In this compelling episode of 'Scope of Practice', Licensed Mental Health Counselor Brittainy Lindsey pulls back the curtain on the daily struggles faced by those in her field.
With over 15 years of experience, Brittainy passionately advocates for systemic changes to not only enhance patient care but also to safeguard the well-being of clinicians themselves. The conversation kicks off with a stark look at the growing demand for substance use disorder and mental health counselors, a demand that far outpaces the current supply. This imbalance leaves many practitioners feeling stretched too thin, leading to burnout and an alarming exodus from the profession.
Brittainy discusses the tough choices clinicians face between working as contractors with more autonomy or as W-2 employees with better benefits but less flexibility. But it doesn't stop there. The episode dives into the often-overlooked challenges of clinical leadership and supervision. Brittainy highlights how productivity standards can undermine psychological safety and the overall quality of care.
She makes a compelling case for a holistic approach to clinician well-being, emphasizing that mental health professionals need robust support systems just as much as their patients do. Brittainy's insights underscore a critical need for ethical and meaningful change within the healthcare system. She calls for collective action to create an environment where both clinicians and their clients can thrive. If you're passionate about mental health or work in the field, this episode is a must-listen.
It’s a heartfelt plea for a better, more supportive system that prioritizes the mental health of those who dedicate their lives to helping others.