Child welfare work makes intense demands on the energy, time and creativity of the professionals involved. In order to combat the chaos and inoculate themselves against the draining effects of stress and ultimately compassion fatigue, workers need to implement a systematic approach. This approach includes practicing self awareness, working toward a balanced lifestyle by using strategies for stress reduction and making a concentrated effort to manage their workload. In this fun and interactive workshop we will evaluate risk levels for compassion fatigue and review work and personal habits in order to reduce the risk. We will practice stress management techniques and review a caseload management model that, if implemented, will allow workers to regain or maintain control of their workload.