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Training for B-HEARD responders: Social workers and EMTs

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    Council Member Mercedes Narcisse inquires about the training provided to social workers and EMT paramedics in the B-HEARD program, specifically regarding de-escalation tactics and clinical skills. Jason Hansman from NYC Health and Hospitals provides a detailed response about the comprehensive 4-week joint training program.

    • Training covers a range of experiences needed for field responses to mental health calls
    • EMTs receive mental health fundamentals, while social workers get EMT fundamentals
    • Training includes motivational interviewing, trauma-informed care, and hearing from peers with lived experiences
    • Social workers hired typically have extensive crisis service experience and preference is given to those with lived experience