Fall Crisis Intervention Training

From Left to Right

Back: Of. David Walker (Kent PD), Of. Jim Brown (Hiram PD), Of. Christopher Dynys (Ravenna PD), Of. Stephanie Uber (ODNR), Of. Michael Boltz (Portage Probation), Of. Emalee Sines (Portage Probation), Of. Jack Ksiazka (Portage Probation), Of. Tyler Strebel (Kent PD), Of. Austin Wilson (Sherrif's Office) Front: Of. Miranda Brothers (Mantua PD), Disp. Sarah Harper (Mantua PD), Of. Monica Reinhart (Portage Probation), Of. Megan Barnes (Portage Probation), Of. James Clemens (Hiram PD), Of. Allison LaGuardia (Sherrif's Office)

Congratulations to the fall of 2024 Portage Crisis Intervention Team training class for completing the 40 hour class in mental health awareness, de-escallation, and communication skills.

This fall's class was held over a 5-week period, on consecutive Tuesdays. "We are trying to accomodate the smaller departments so it's easier for their staff schedules and coverages to send officers to this important training," explained Portage CIT Coordinator Officer Josh Bartholomew.

The class still experienced the same curriculum: training in mental illness, substance abuse, speciality dockets, self-care, developmental disabilities, pink slips, crisis procedures, as well as the case manager ride alongs and facility tours.