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Employee and Officer Wellness |
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True Courage: Sergeant Penix's Story |
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CMPD Sgt. Donnie Penix started in 1997 as a patrol officer and has since served on the SWAT team, ALERT Team, VCAT, in Aviation and Canine Units, and as a detective. He has been in many harrowing situations, but none scarier than when he suffered a mental health crisis.
“We have that armor up where we're supposed to be the ones that help people, but we rarely ask for help for ourselves,” he said. “Once I made the decision to do that, it was hands down the best thing I've ever done in my life. And that's why I'm able to still function today and have a successful career.”
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Sgt. Penix was able to get the counseling he needed. Today he is emotionally stronger and a better police officer for it. This is why Employee Wellness is one of Chief Johnny Jennings' Core Four strategic priorities, to ensure CMPD's finest are at their best and ready to care for our community. |
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CMPD Wins National Award for Officer Wellness |
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The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund highlights agency-level achievements in officer safety and wellness as part of its Destination Zero Program. The objective is to recognize innovative programs and share best practices with the entire law enforcement community. |
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CMPD was one of four agencies in the country to be recognized for its Officer Wellness program, which encompasses physical fitness, mental health, stress-induced trauma, suicide prevention programs, nutrition and stress reduction. According to Destination Zero, "the agency has institutionalized wellness practices that support physical and mental health amongst their employees." |
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As public safety employees, CMPD officers have access to enhanced occupational health services, including medical exams, OSHA screenings, physical therapy, physical conditioning, health coaching and behavioral health services. Counseling is offered for depression, PTSD, end of career preparation and more, in addition to medication management and (soon to come) video counseling. These services are offered at no cost.
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During the George Floyd events, I saw the climate shifting. I wanted to see change. In order to have that change, you have to be a part of it. You have to put yourself in that drivers' seat.
- Officer Darrion Eichelberger
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CMPD's Next Generation: Talayna Coleman |
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Officer Coleman’s family moved from Pittsburgh, PA, to Greensboro, NC, where she went to the University of North Carolina Greensboro, majoring in sociology and minoring in criminology.
After college, she worked in leasing but always intended to become an officer.
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With interests in domestic violence and human trafficking, Officer Coleman searched for an agency with opportunities to focus on areas where she can make a difference. She chose CMPD. |
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I want to be a police officer because I want to be part of a team where I can help out and make an impact.
- Officer Coleman
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Join Recruiters on Your Computer: June 17 |
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Join CMPD recruiting staff on Facebook Thursday, June 17, at 10:30 a.m. for "Recruiters on Your Computer," a live, interactive conversation about the officer application process, training academy and the benefits of working in law enforcement. Drop questions in the chat and get them answered in real time.
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CMPD Is Now Accepting Applications |
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*APPLY BY JULY 1 TO MAKE THE OCTOBER ACADEMY* |
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for those new to law enforcement |
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for those who are
sworn officers
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a new CMPD pathway
for those who are BLET certified
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Memorializing Fallen Officers |
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At the conclusion of National Police Week in May, CMPD hosted a Mecklenburg County Peace Officers Memorial Service, to honor the ultimate sacrifice made by so many law enforcement officers everywhere.
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Last month, CMPD officially raised the flags at the new South Division facility. This state-of-the-art building and the technology it houses helps officers communicate more accurately and efficiently. South Division also features meeting space and workout facilities to keep officers connected and up to the challenging tasks of modern day policing.
"This building makes a statement about the police and about the importance the city assigns to the work they do," says Ed Driggs, Charlotte City Council representative for District 7.
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Law enforcement is not just a steady career. It’s a selfless calling to serve something bigger than yourself.
- Major Jackie Bryley
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Thank you for your interest in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department. Connect with us. |
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