Investigating the relationship between work stress, job dedication, and personal well-being among childcare workers
This study investigates the relationship between work stress, job dedication, and personal well-being among childcare workers in Kuantan, Pahang. Moreover, data were gathered from 54 participants employed in institution-based childcare centers through validated instruments: the Job Stress Scale, Wel...
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| author | Mahasookah Rahmaniah, Abdul Hashim |
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| description | This study investigates the relationship between work stress, job dedication, and personal well-being among childcare workers in Kuantan, Pahang. Moreover, data were gathered from 54 participants employed in institution-based childcare centers through validated instruments: the Job Stress Scale, Well-Being Assessment, and a customized questionnaire for job dedication. Findings in the study reveals that 59.3% of participants reported moderate work stress levels, primarily influenced by high workloads, challenging child behaviours, and inadequate compensation. A smaller subset (5.7%) experienced high stress levels, correlating with lower job satisfaction and diminished well-being. Job dedication emerged as a mitigating factor, with 66.0% of participants identifying childcare as their chosen profession. A weak but statistically significant positive correlation (r = 0.299, p = 0.028) was observed between job views and motivations for pursuing childcare work, indicating alignment between personal values and professional roles. The study underscores the relationship of work stress on personal well-being, with participants reporting reduced mental and physical health, lower life satisfaction, and heightened anxiety. Despite these challenges, job dedication demonstrated a protective effect, enhancing resilience and caregiving quality. Addressing these findings, the study emphasizes the need for targeted interventions to manage stress, foster job dedication, and improve the overall well-being of childcare workers. Recommendations include introducing better workload management, competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and supportive workplace environments to ensure sustainable and high-quality childcare services. |
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| spelling | ump-454492025-08-26T00:28:19Z https://umpir.ump.edu.my/id/eprint/45449/ Investigating the relationship between work stress, job dedication, and personal well-being among childcare workers Mahasookah Rahmaniah, Abdul Hashim HD Industries. Land use. Labor T Technology (General) This study investigates the relationship between work stress, job dedication, and personal well-being among childcare workers in Kuantan, Pahang. Moreover, data were gathered from 54 participants employed in institution-based childcare centers through validated instruments: the Job Stress Scale, Well-Being Assessment, and a customized questionnaire for job dedication. Findings in the study reveals that 59.3% of participants reported moderate work stress levels, primarily influenced by high workloads, challenging child behaviours, and inadequate compensation. A smaller subset (5.7%) experienced high stress levels, correlating with lower job satisfaction and diminished well-being. Job dedication emerged as a mitigating factor, with 66.0% of participants identifying childcare as their chosen profession. A weak but statistically significant positive correlation (r = 0.299, p = 0.028) was observed between job views and motivations for pursuing childcare work, indicating alignment between personal values and professional roles. The study underscores the relationship of work stress on personal well-being, with participants reporting reduced mental and physical health, lower life satisfaction, and heightened anxiety. Despite these challenges, job dedication demonstrated a protective effect, enhancing resilience and caregiving quality. Addressing these findings, the study emphasizes the need for targeted interventions to manage stress, foster job dedication, and improve the overall well-being of childcare workers. Recommendations include introducing better workload management, competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and supportive workplace environments to ensure sustainable and high-quality childcare services. 2025-01 Undergraduates Project Papers NonPeerReviewed pdf en https://umpir.ump.edu.my/id/eprint/45449/1/Investigating%20the%20relationship%20between%20work%20stress%2C%20job%20dedication%2C%20and%20personal%20well-being%20among%20childcare%20workers.pdf Mahasookah Rahmaniah, Abdul Hashim (2025) Investigating the relationship between work stress, job dedication, and personal well-being among childcare workers. Faculty of Industrial Sciences and Technology, Universti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah. |
| spellingShingle | HD Industries. Land use. Labor T Technology (General) Mahasookah Rahmaniah, Abdul Hashim Investigating the relationship between work stress, job dedication, and personal well-being among childcare workers |
| title | Investigating the relationship between work stress, job dedication, and personal well-being among childcare workers |
| title_full | Investigating the relationship between work stress, job dedication, and personal well-being among childcare workers |
| title_fullStr | Investigating the relationship between work stress, job dedication, and personal well-being among childcare workers |
| title_full_unstemmed | Investigating the relationship between work stress, job dedication, and personal well-being among childcare workers |
| title_short | Investigating the relationship between work stress, job dedication, and personal well-being among childcare workers |
| title_sort | investigating the relationship between work stress, job dedication, and personal well-being among childcare workers |
| topic | HD Industries. Land use. Labor T Technology (General) |
| url | https://umpir.ump.edu.my/id/eprint/45449/ |