PERU JC SCOPE First Responder Training

To all of our First Responder partners throughout Pennsylvania, Ohio and beyond, thank you for all that you do for our communities each and everyday.

First responders remain often the only connection that a person who is struggling with Substance Use Disorder has with broader Recovery Oriented Systems of Care. We are committed to helping first responders strengthen that connection and equiping them with the education and tools needed for our communities.

Thank you for your service and know that you are in and thoughts and prayers each day.

🚑 National EMS Week 2024: Honoring Our Past. Forging Our Future. 🚑

We join our first responders and EMS professionals to celebrate the National EMS Week from May 19-25, 2024, as we mark the 50th Anniversary of this celebration. This year's theme, "Honoring Our Past. Forging Our Future," reminds us to acknowledge the foundational work of those who came before us while also striving to build and lead the EMS system we envision for our future.

We at the Jefferson County SCOPE program are incredibly grateful for the dedication and sacrifices of our participant agencies and first responder staff. Your commitment to saving lives, and ensuring community members safety inspires us every day.

Even as our program works to combat the opioid epidemic, we thank you for your tireless efforts and unwavering bravery, empathy and commitment to training and practicing a recovery oriented system of care. Together, we honor the past and forge a brighter future for EMS.

Cheers!

Come join us at the 7 Mountains Council to try out our new curriculum!

First responders are at high risk of experiencing trauma on the job which can lead to developing Compassion Fatigue (CF). The Compassion Fatigue training was created to support first responders, including emergency medical services, fire personnel, and law enforcement. It will equip participants with self-care and resilience techniques that can reduce CF.

You will learn how to:
• Define Compassion Fatigue (CF).
• Identify signs and symptoms of CF.
• Explain the consequences of unaddressed CF.
• List healthy techniques for coping with stress.
• Identify where to find resources for yourself and others within your community.

JOIN OUR TRAININGS every Tuesday in February.
Register: https://bit.ly/JCSCOPE

This training was designed by the Jefferson County Strategies to Coorinate Overdose Prevention Efforts (JC SCOPE), University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Questions - [email protected] | 412 383 0217

Read more information and Register - https://bit.ly/JCSCOPE

Join us on Sunday, December 3, 2023 (9:00 am - 1:00 pm) for the next Jefferson County Strategies to Coordinate Overdose Prevention Efforts (JC SCOPE) Training (hosted by Mt. Pleasant VFD)

Venue: 198 Oak Street, Dillonvale, OH 43917
Date: Sunday, December 3, 2023
Time - 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM (Eastern Time)

Our course offers free continuing education to equip and empower first responders (emergency medical services and firefighters) to reduce the impact of opioid overdoses in their communities.

This FREE training offers participating agencies reimbursement for each participant. The training course is approved by the Commission on Accreditation for Prehospital Continuing Education (CAPCE) for four continuing education hours.​

Register Here - https://bit.ly/46b1ugF
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This training was designed by the Jefferson County Strategies to Coordinate Overdose Prevention Efforts (JC SCOPE) Project, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Tomorrow, we'll be hosting another Jefferson County Strategies to Coordinate Overdose Prevention Efforts (JC SCOPE) First Responder Training in Ohio. Tomorrow, we will be at the Yorkville Volunteer Fire Department . If you missed the last one, here's another opportunity to join our next set of SCOPE Trainings!

Our course offers free continuing education to equip and empower first responders (emergency medical services and firefighters) to reduce the impact of opioid overdoses in their communities.

This FREE training offers participating agencies reimbursement for each participant. The training course is approved by the Commission on Accreditation for Prehospital Continuing Education (CAPCE) for four continuing education hours.​

DATE:
November 18 ( 9am- 1pm) at Yorkville FD
Register Here - https://bit.ly/46b1ugF
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This training was designed by the Jefferson County Strategies to Coordinate Overdose Prevention Efforts (JC SCOPE) Project, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

A big shout out and thank you to the leadership and members of the Short Creek Joint Fire District for hosting our last Jefferson County Strategies to Coordinate Overdose Prevention Efforts (JCSCOPE) First Responder Training in Ohio.

If you missed that one, join us for our next set of SCOPE Trainings!

Our course offers free continuing education to equip and empower first responders (emergency medical services and firefighters) to reduce the impact of opioid overdoses in their communities.

This FREE training offers participating agencies reimbursement for each participant. The training course is approved by the Commission on Accreditation for Prehospital Continuing Education (CAPCE) for four continuing education hours.​

Upcoming Dates -
November 8 (5pm - 9pm) at Tiltonsville VFD
November 18 ( 9am- 1pm) at Yorkville FD
Register Here - https://bit.ly/46b1ugF
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This training was designed by the Jefferson County Strategies to Coordinate Overdose Prevention Efforts (JC SCOPE) Project, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

We want to extend our heartfelt thanks and congratulations to the dedicated heroes at the Short Creek Joint Fire District for successfully completing the PERU JC SCOPE First Responder Training.

This training equips our local first responder communities with crucial knowledge and strategic insights into substance (and opioid) use disorder, empowering them to make a real difference in our community. The resources provided are instrumental in preventing overdose deaths and guiding those people affected towards their personal journey to recovery.

We're truly impressed by the Short Creek Joint Fire District's unwavering commitment to community safety. Your team's efforts are greatly appreciated!

To learn more about substance use disorder and where to find local
resources, check out SCOPE's community page here: https://www.peru.pitt.edu/scope-statewide-substance-resources-2/

Join us for our next set of SCOPE Trainings!

The Jefferson County SCOPE Training trains first responders (emergency medical services (EMS) personnel and firefighters) and all other agency staff to improve access and utilization of naloxone and facilitate effective connection of patients with opioid use disorder (OUD) to treatment and nontreatment resources following the recovery-oriented systems of care model.

It is FREE and participating agencies may be eligible for reimbursement for each participant. The training course is approved by the Commission on Accreditation for Prehospital Continuing Education (CAPCE) for four continuing education hours.​

Upcoming Dates -

October 23 (9am-1 pm) at Short Creek FD
November 8 (5pm - 9pm) at Tiltonsville VFD
November 18 ( 9am- 1pm) at Yorkville FD

Register Here - https://bit.ly/46b1ugF

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This training was designed by the Jefferson County Strategies to Coordinate Overdose Prevention Efforts (JC SCOPE) Project, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

**Boost your skills in overdose recognition and response!**

Join us for a FREE, exclusive and immersive experience focused on educating the public and first responders about Naloxone administration and recognizing overdose symptoms.

Here's what you can expect:
✅ Cutting-edge technology and realistic scenarios
✅ In-depth exploration of Naloxone administration techniques
✅ Comprehensive understanding of overdose indicators
Space is limited, so act fast to secure your spot in this game-changing event. Don't miss out on this chance to be at the forefront of life-saving education.

RSVP here - https://bit.ly/42Z3JC6

A big shout out and thank you to the volunteers from Richmond Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company and Unionport Vol Fire Dept. who attended our Jefferson County Strategies to Coordinate Overdose Prevention Efforts (JCSCOPE) First Responder Training in Ohio.
Our course offers free continuing education to equip and empower first responders (emergency medical services and firefighters) to reduce the impact of opioid overdoses in their communities right now!