Chaplains International Crisis Intervention training program designed to prepare Chaplains, firefighters, police officers, and other First responders in their response to people experiencing crises and trauma and to understand selfcare for the first responder. (vicarious trauma, trauma debriefing, substance use, critical situational stress, Domestic violence and sexual assault, suicide awareness, mandatory reporting, human trafficking, PTSD, Trauma informed care for adults and children, grief, and bereavement)

. The goals of the curriculum include: 

• ​Expanding first responders’ knowledge of different kinds of trauma.​​​
• ​Enhancing first responders’ awareness of community services.
• Helping with and understanding crisis situations.
• Supporting first responders’ safety and wellness.

Chaplains International provides training to First Responders to aid in emergency incidents. The training is offered to any first responders, city, state, and US government agencies.

First Responders undergo rigorous training to deal with a wide array of potential psychological emergencies. Due to the high levels of stress and pressure associated with their role, First Responders are encouraged to maintain optimal physical and mental health. Even with such preparation, First Responders often heroically confront the personal challenges that accompany these traumatic, emotionally demanding situations.

First Responders are called to the task of detecting and assessing emergencies so that they may rescue its potential victims in time.
are praised, honored, and respected for saving lives every day.

Chaplains for Firefighters

Police officers and firefighters face great levels of stress in their roles, which makes mental health services crucial components of officers’ and firefighters’ wellness. Therefore, it is vital for police agencies and fire departments to maintain a robust offering of programs, including the use of chaplains, to promote the mental health of their troops.

A police or firefighter chaplain serves as a support system for law enforcement and fire responders in times of crisis. They represent all faiths.

Often, fire fighters and police officers feel reluctant to address their trauma with a psychologist or another mental health professional in a formal environment. Like peer support programs, chaplains can be helpful in these cases since they offer a more informal source of support for the affected first responder.

Police and fire department chaplains have a range of responsibilities that vary from agency to agency. In addition to supporting officers struggling with issues such as burnout, stress, or trauma, some chaplains also assist officers with part of their duties. These can include tasks like death notifications, crime victim support, and homeless outreach.

In many cities, chaplains respond after every officer-involved shooting. Officers are required to take a daylong class after a shooting incident, part of which is led by a chaplain.

Chaplains offer a bridge between the local church and the community, meeting the needs of those who are hurting and providing pastoral care to those who may not set foot within the church. Chaplains International is committed to expanding the chaplaincy in the church, helping equipping and qualifying personnel to respond to the community during times of need. 
Chaplains offer pastoral care and counseling to individuals in emotional pain. Chaplains also provide worship services to the incarcerated and perform weddings and funerals. They conduct local spiritually based seminars and workshops and perform death notifications. We are committed to improving the lives of those we meet.

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