Medical Services - Annual Employee Mental Health Check-Ins
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Which groups of employees are REQUIRED to attend the annual mental health check-in?

  • Only part-time officers and detectives
  • Any employee who feels stressed
  • All full-time OPD employees
  • Designated sworn employees in specific sections and units (correct)

How often are designated employees required to meet with a therapist?

  • Once per month
  • At least once per year (correct)
  • Once every two years
  • Once every six months

What is the duration of each annual mental health check-in appointment?

  • One hour (correct)
  • 45 minutes
  • 30 minutes
  • Two hours

Which unit is NOT specifically mentioned as requiring annual mental health check-ins?

<p>Traffic Unit (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of designated employees regarding scheduling their check-ins?

<p>Designated employees must schedule their own appointments (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should appointments for the mental health check-ins be scheduled?

<p>Within 30 days of the employee's birthday (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required from employees before their check-in appointment?

<p>They must sign electronic consent forms (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who may voluntarily choose to attend an annual mental health check-in?

<p>Designated Forensic Investigations Unit employees when assisting other units (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the time frame for designated employees to schedule their appointment if their birthday has already occurred in 2023?

<p>Within sixty (60) days of the Order’s effective date. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should designated employees whose birthdays occur after August 31, 2024, schedule their appointments?

<p>Before August 31, 2024. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of time is considered as 'time worked' during the mental health check-in process?

<p>Time spent checking in at the appointment and travel time. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should an employee do if they are unable to attend their scheduled mental health check-in appointment?

<p>Notify the provider as soon as possible and reschedule. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What information will mental health check-in providers report to the Department?

<p>Attendance records only. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstance may a mental health check-in provider disclose confidential content?

<p>When the employee poses a danger to themselves or others. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is financially responsible for treatment or care suggested by the therapist?

<p>The employee. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of care is initially provided to employees during mental health check-ins?

<p>Initial mental health check-ins. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

OPD Mental Health Check-in Policy

OPD policy requiring designated employees to meet with a therapist annually to address stressors or issues.

Designated Employees

Sworn officers assigned to specific units or squads like Homicide, Child Special Victims, and Crash Investigation.

Employee Resources Squad

The department responsible for coordinating and overseeing the mental health check-in program.

Mandatory Scheduling and Attendance

The process for scheduling and attending the mandatory mental health check-in appointments.

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First Responders Foundation (FRF)

The organization designated to handle scheduling appointments for mental health check-ins.

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Check-in Appointment Scheduling Window

The time frame within which check-in appointments should be scheduled.

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OPD Policy Manual (PPM)

Official documents that outline the procedures and requirements of the mental health check-in program.

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Privacy, Consent, and Release Forms

Forms that employees must electronically sign prior to their appointment.

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Appointment Scheduling for Employees with Past Birthdays in 2023

Designated employees whose birthdays have already occurred in 2023 prior to the effective date of this Order shall schedule their appointment within sixty (60) days of the Order's effective date.

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Appointment Scheduling for Employees with Future Birthdays in 2024

Designated employees whose birthday will occur in 2024 after August 31, 2024, shall schedule their appointment to occur prior to this date.

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Scheduling During Work Hours

Appointments should be scheduled during the employee's regularly scheduled work hours.

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Compensation for Appointment Time

Time spent at the check-in appointment and travel time to and from the appointment is considered time worked and will be compensated in accordance with the employee's respective collective bargaining agreement.

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Rescheduling Appointments

Employees shall notify the provider as soon as possible in advance of a scheduled appointment if they will be unable to attend the appointment. It is the employee's responsibility to reschedule the appointment.

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Attendance Reporting

The mental health check-in providers/therapists will only report employee's attendance to the Department, in order to ensure employees have attended their appointments and complied with this policy.

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Confidentiality of Check-In Content

The content of the mental health check-ins will be confidential with only the exceptions as provided in Nebraska Revised Statute §38-3131.

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Cost of Mental Health Services

Initial mental health check-ins will be provided by the Department. Subsequent treatment or care suggested or recommended by the therapist for the employee shall be the employee’s financial responsibility.

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Study Notes

Omaha Police Department Mental Health Policy

  • Omaha Police Department (OPD) mandates annual mental health check-ins for designated employees.
  • Designated employees include captains in specific sections (Criminal Investigations, Special Investigations, and Tactical Operations), officers, sergeants, and lieutenants in specific units (Homicide, Child Special Victims, Adult Special Victims, Crash Investigation), and other employees designated by the Employee Resources Squad.
  • Forensic Investigations Unit employees assisting the designated units can choose to attend annually.
  • Check-ins are mandatory for those deemed designated employees.

Procedure and Scheduling

  • Employees schedule one-hour appointments with a licensed therapist through the First Responders Foundation (FRF).
  • Appointments are scheduled between 0800 and 1700, Monday through Friday.
  • Appointments must be scheduled within 30 days of the employee's birthday, or within 60 days of policy effective date for past birthdays in 2023. Appointments for birthdays in 2024 after August 31, 2024, should be scheduled before that date.
  • Appointments are scheduled during regular work hours and are compensated.
  • Employees need to notify the provider of any appointment cancellations.
  • Privacy, consent, and release forms are emailed, requiring electronic signature before appointments.

Confidentiality and Reporting

  • Therapist reports only attendance to the department.
  • Content of the check-ins remains confidential, except in cases of potential danger to self or others, or child/elderly/disabled abuse.
  • Employees should contact Employee Resources Sergeant if any concerns arise during a check-in.
  • Information regarding privacy and consent issues is available on the OPD Employee Resources Google Drive folder.

Costs and Treatment

  • Initial mental health check-ins are provided by the department.
  • Ongoing treatment and follow-up care are the employee's financial responsibility.
  • Ongoing treatment is subject to confidentiality guidelines outlined in Nebraska Revised Statute §38-3131.

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This quiz covers the Omaha Police Department's mental health policy, focusing on annual check-ins for designated employees. It details the procedure for scheduling appointments with a licensed therapist and the specific roles included under this mandate. Test your knowledge on the aspects of mental health support within the police department.

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