242-wellness-program

Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2025/02/14, All Rights Reserved. Published with permission by Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office Wellness Program - 1 Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office Custody Manual Wellness Program 242.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE The purpose of this policy is to provide guidance on establishing and maintaining a proactive wellness program for Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office staff. The wellness program takes a holistic approach to staff wellness, focused on physical fitness, mental health, and overall well -being. 242.2 POLICY It is the policy of the Office to prioritize staff wellness to ensure fitness for duty and promote a healthy quality of life for staff members. To achieve this, the Office will maintain a wellness program that provides proactive wellness resources, ongoing support, and a health -focused work environment. 242.3 WELLNESS COORDINATOR The Wellness Program will be managed by a qualified Wellness Coordinator appointed by the Sheriff. The coordinator shall report directly to the Sheriff or the authorized designee and shall collaborate with wellness partners, as appropriate, to fulfill the responsibilities of the position, including but not limited to: (a) Identifying properly credentialed and qualified wellness support providers 1. As appropriate, selected providers shall be trained and experienced in providing mental wellness support and counseling to public safety personnel. (b) Facilitating the delivery of wellness information, training, and support through methods tailored to the specific situation (c) Providing evident -informed health and wellness resources (d) Providing one -on-one coaching sessions, in the following topics: 1. Health and wellness coaching 2. Nutrition 3. Fitness programming 4. Sleep training 5. Creating connection and communication 6. Stress management 242.4 WELLNESS UNIT The Wellness Unit aims to promote the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of all department personnel, ensuring they are equipped to safely and effectively perform their duties and enjoy physical and mental health that allows them to thrive on and off the job. Policy 242 Docusign Envelope ID: 64BEC4D4-97C9-4551-B3D6-8A0448F4B6CA Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office Custody Manual Wellness Program Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2025/02/14, All Rights Reserved. Published with permission by Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office Wellness Program - 2 (a) Assessment and Monitoring: 1. Track wellness trends and identify areas needing improvement. (b) Wellness Programs: 1. Develop and implement wellness initiatives on the six pillars of health: fitness and movement, stress modulation, nutrition, sleep, social connection and purpose, and financial health. 2. Facilitate access to resources such as counseling, peer support, subject matter experts, and wellness seminars. (c) Education and Training: 1. Organize and teach training sessions on health and well -being topics. 2. Promote awareness of the importance of health and well -being and available resources. (d) Policy Development: 1. Collaborate with department leadership to create policies that support wellness initiatives and address health and wellbeing concerns. 2. Ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards regarding deputy wellness and mental health services. (e) Evaluation and Feedback: 1. Regularly evaluate the effectiveness of wellness programs and initiatives, gathering feedback from personnel. 2. Adjust programs based on data and feedback to ensure continuous improvement. (f) Referring to Peer Support: 1. Provide a safe space for deputies to seek help without fear of stigma or repercussions. 2. Refer staff to the Peer Support Team, as needed. (g) Reporting: 1. The Wellness Unit will report to the Assistant Sheriff of Custody Operations or an authorized designee of the Wellness Unit and the Sheriff, ensuring alignment with departmental goals and objectives. 242.5 POLICY REVIEW The policy shall be reviewed at least once every two years. 242.6 POLICY TRACKING Date of Origin 01/18/ 2024 Review Date 02/20/2027 Docusign Envelope ID: 64BEC4D4-97C9-4551-B3D6-8A0448F4B6CA Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office Custody Manual Wellness Program Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2025/02/14, All Rights Reserved. Published with permission by Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office Wellness Program - 3 Revision Date Date Approved 02/20/2025 Effective Date 02/20/2025 Supersedes New Policy References New Policy Regulatory Authority 15 CCR 1029 Signature of Issuing Authority Docusign Envelope ID: 64BEC4D4-97C9-4551-B3D6-8A0448F4B6CA