Southside Behavioral Health recently hosted its 18th 40-hour core training class for the CIT Program.  The participants were made up of local law enforcement, Sheriff’s Offices, Hospital Security, 911 operators, and MRRJ (Meherrin River Regional Jail). The Instructors continue to be a combination of Law Enforcement and Mental Health Professionals who cover topics relative to crisis intervention and assist individuals to access the appropriate care and avoid entry into the prison system. Congratulations to the 18th graduating class! The next class will be held in July!

For more information on CIT training you can contact Wanda C. Brock, Clinical Training Coordinator/CIT Coordinator with Southside Behavioral Health at 1-434-572-6916 ext. 1564.

Class Picture (left to right):
Back Row: Deputy Justin Overby, MCSO; Deputy J.B. Ragans, HCSO;  Sergeant Gerald Wyche, MRRJ; Officer DeWayne St. Laurent, Sentara Hospital; Sergeant Jamie King, MCSO & CIT Instructor; Officer Fred Steinhaver, SHPD; Chief J.A. Jordan, CCPD;  Deputy Zachary Currin, MCSO; CITAC Officer Jay Stith, SBH

Front Row: Skylynn Mustian; Brunswick 911; Officer Aaron Petrie, SHPD, Zorona Burton-Maples, Mecklenburg 911; Wanda C. Brock, Clinical Training Coordinator/CIT Coordinator, SBH;