Behavioral

          Critical Incident Stress Management
          Tobacco Use Cessation

To maintain a high level of job performance, our members must be able to cope effectively with the emotional, physical and mental stresses of work and personal life. If the ability to cope becomes compromised, these stresses may act to unbalance our mental and emotional health. Alcoholism, drug addiction, the death of a co-worker, financial distress, marital and family problems, and occupational stress can affect our members both on and off the job. These stresses can further affect the individuals overall wellness. On a department level, a strong behavioral health component in a wellness program will enhance daily operations and personnel satisfaction.

The City of Tempe and the Tempe Fire Department will continually strive to invest in and promote a comprehensive behavioral health component for all members. Behavioral health component issues include:

Employee Assistance Program to include:

            Assessment and referral
            Counseling
            Substance Abuse
            Financial Counseling

Chaplain Services

We are currently in the process of identifying a Chaplain for the Tempe Fire Department. However, the Phoenix Fire Department Chaplain has and will continue to make services available to members and family of the Tempe Fire Department.

In some instances, the Fire Chief can refer members for special assistance.

Union members may also use the Phoenix Firefighter’s EAP (Ron Tapscott).Refer to Behavioral Component Policies 112.04A EAP, 112.04B CIST, 112.04C Nutrition, and 112.04D Tobacco Cessation for further information.