827 employee support and wellness resources

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Who is eligible for membership in the Police Benefit Association?

All sworn members of the department

All sworn and non-sworn members of the department (correct)

Only sworn members who have been employed for six months

Only non-sworn members of the department

What is the purpose of the Employee Wellness Section?

To offer assistance to members in times of need and bereavement

To provide spiritual guidance and counseling

To assist members in developing and maintaining their health and wellness (correct)

To provide resources for family members only

How does the Police Benefit Association provide assistance to its members?

Through the Employee Wellness Section

Only through the Department Chaplains

Through the Care Team

By collaborating with charitable organizations within the department (correct)

Who should members contact for assistance or questions about the Police Benefit Association?

The Business Manager at the PBA office Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Care Team?

To offer assistance to members in times of need and bereavement Signup and view all the answers

How does the Employee Wellness Section maintain its resources?

By maintaining an updated list of department-related wellness resources Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Department Chaplains?

To provide spiritual guidance and counseling for members and their families Signup and view all the answers

Who should members contact for spiritual guidance and counseling?

The Department Chaplains Signup and view all the answers

How does the Police Benefit Association handle requests for assistance?

Each request is brought before the PBA Board of Directors for consideration Signup and view all the answers

Who is eligible to contact the Care Team for assistance or questions?

All members of the department Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of Policy Series 800?

To promote and assist with improvement in all areas of wellness Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the organized group of volunteer caregivers that provide non-judgmental support?

Kansas City Missouri Police Care Team Signup and view all the answers

Where can members find department-related wellness resources and up-to-date contact information?

On the department intranet Signup and view all the answers

What is the reference for the Employee Wellness Resource Guide?

PPBM 827 Signup and view all the answers

Who is eligible to receive assistance through the Care Team?

All active or retired members and their families Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Employee Wellness Resource Guide?

To offer resources for improving wellness Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the Care Team and the department?

The Care Team is an organized group of volunteer caregivers within the department Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the written directive?

Providing resources for overall wellness Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Peer Support Team Program?

To offer support and care in times of crisis Signup and view all the answers

What is the reference for the policy on Employee Assistance Program?

Current written directive Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Employee Support & Wellness Resources

The Kansas City Missouri Police Department provides various resources to promote and assist with improvement in all areas of wellness, including physical, emotional, social, intellectual, and financial.

Resources

Kansas City Missouri Police Care Team (Care Team)
- A group of volunteer caregivers providing non-judgmental support and care in times of personal, family, and career crises.
- Eligibility: All active or retired members and their families.
- Anyone can become a Care Team volunteer by contacting a Care Team coordinator.
Police Benefit Association (PBA) of Kansas City, Missouri
- Membership is free and available to all sworn and non-sworn members of the department.
- Eligibility: Sworn members are eligible for membership, non-sworn members are eligible after being employed for six (6) months.
- The PBA offers assistance to its members in times of need, bereavement, and collaborates with charitable organizations within the department.
Employee Wellness Section (EWS)
- Assists members in developing and maintaining their health and wellness.
- Identifies resources for members in times of crisis.
- Works confidentially with members who need wellness resources or referrals.
- Maintains an updated list of department-related wellness resources on the Employee Wellness Resource Guide.
Department Chaplains
- Provide spiritual guidance and counseling for members and their families.
- Available for consultation/visitation upon a member’s request.