Policy Text
I. PURPOSE
The duties and responsibilities of the law
enforcement profession are often emotionally
demanding and difficult, and employees
generally risk experiencing stress and related
emotional difficulties. Emotional problems may
have a negative impact on personnel
performance, and in extreme instances, may
PEER SUPPORT PROGRAM
present a danger to the welfare and safety of
employees, their families, or the general public.
Therefore, the Lighthouse Point Police
Department will provide all personnel with access
to peer counseling and/or mental health services
to help them preempt and resolve emotional
difficulties and, under emergency conditions, take
those measures necessary in the provision of
mental health services to ensure the well-being
and safety of employees and the general public.