Aside from completing 386 (+) hours of training, the 53rd Corrections Class class had a secondary graduation on Friday April 22, 2022. Each officer completed Crisis Intervention Training (C.I.T.). This imperative training module enhances the officers understanding of those we work with in community and provides each officer with the knowledge, tools, and resources to make a positive difference when dealing with high risk individuals or anyone experiencing a crisis. Responding to mental health needs is a necessary and regular occurrence these officers will undertake in their careers. We want to thank D.A.R.T. Community Advocate (Officer) Tamme Smith for leading this week with a plethora of instructors who were amazing!
The classes received an Overview of and introduction regarding C.I.T.
Fundamentals of Mental Health Dr. John Luax, The University Toledo College of Health and Human Services
Substance Abuse and Co-Occurring Disorders
Jeremey Miller, LISW-S, Unison Behavior
IDDs overview, autism spectrum disorder and communication boards, Gina Collier, Anne Grady Center
Trauma Informed Responses, Tamme Smith LCSO
Addressing Implicit Bias in Law Enforcement
Dr. Marvin Whitfield (Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Ohio CEO), Blueforce Mobile Training Team with Cynthia Thomas
The Pink Slip process & Empathic Listening
Courtney Burrows, LSW - ZEPH Behavioral Center
Veteran Affairs Leslie Witherell, LISW-S, Department of
Veteran Affairs
The Hearing Voices Experience, Tressa Johnson (Retired UTPD), LCSO - Tamme Smith
De-Escalation Techniques Donna Howard, LPCC, MA
Unison Behavioral
Cherry Street Mission Tour/Talking Buddies, Savannah Rayford, VP of Engagement - Cherry St. Mission, Life Revitalization Center.
Community Panel - Tess Flowers, Victor Stubblefield
Human Trafficking, Pastor Chuck, Human Trafficking Coalition
Community Resources, Robert Kasprzak,
Lucas County Board of MentalHealth Recovery Services
Officer Wellness, LCSO -Tamme Smith
Community Policing in the 21st Century and Role Playing - D.A.R.T. Members
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