Dr. Jill Bassett-Cameron
Senior Equity and Inclusion Officer and Title IX Coordinator at Central Connecticut State University who researches and presents on vicarious trauma in helping professions and leads workshops and a YouTube series translating that work for practitioners.
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Oct 22, 2025 • 42min
Understanding the Cost of Caring: Vicarious Trauma in Student Affairs
Dr. Jill Bassett-Cameron, Senior Equity and Inclusion Officer at Central Connecticut State University, dives into vicarious trauma in helping professions. She distinguishes it from burnout and highlights how daily exposure can affect student affairs professionals. Jill discusses tools from other fields that higher education lacks, shares protective practices like venting and sensory rituals, and advocates for curriculum changes. Finally, she reframes the cost of caring as a strength, empowering practitioners to embrace their experiences with pride.
