CJP Communal Security Initiative Training

Greeter/Usher Training (1.5 hours)

Creating a balance between an open and welcoming environment while maintaining safety and security is a challenge faced by many Jewish institutions.

This session provides an overview of threats and a review of local security incidents. Participants are exposed to physical and procedural security concepts and learn about the key role individuals can play to improve — or degrade — security at their institution. This training also provides those who welcome people to Jewish institutions with strategies and tools to foster a welcoming atmosphere while maintaining security.

Topics include situational awareness and behavioral recognition, emergency response plans, and communication. Simple role-playing and Q&A is used to reinforce the training.

Security Training for Professional Staff (1.5 hours)

Staff and clergy play a vital, and unique role, in the day-to-day activities of our Jewish institutions. Recognizing that there are certain types of challenges that arise for people in such roles we have developed tailored training programs for Preschool/ELC staff and faculty, Hebrew school staff, synagogue staff, and other demographics of Jewish communal professionals. This session provides an overview of threats as well as an introduction to tools that staff can use to play an important role in improving safety and security within their organizations, with a strong emphasis on recognizing and responding to suspicious or unusual behavior.

Simple role playing and Q&A is used to reinforce the training. Recognizing that each staff member brings their own experiences, observations and questions to the conversation the training allows for ample time for discussion at the end of the session.

Countering Active Threat Response Training (2 hours)

Countering Active Threat Training (CATT) offers a comprehensive training program to counter an active threat event developed specifically for faith-based institutions and Houses of Worship.

Objectives:
-Differentiate between security and safety
-Develop a better understanding of Active Threat incidents
-Identify and explain modes of action during an Active Threat incident, such as Run, Hide, Fight
-Learn how to prepare for an Active Threat event
-Know how to respond to law enforcement's arrival
-Recognize the importance of additional training such as "Stop the Bleed"
-Be able to commit to action during an Active Threat event.

Session includes PowerPoint presentation, videos, and three 15 minute drills that reinforce central concepts.

We strongly recommend that participants attend one of the Key Security Concepts Training Webinar sessions prior to attending Active Threat Response Training.

De-escalation: Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) Training (3 hours)

In this introductory session, participants will learn basic strategies to identify aggressive behaviors and avoid physical harm. This course provides an in-depth curriculum on how to identify, prevent and manage aggressive behavior through various de-escalation techniques. Upon successful completion, participants are able to identify the stages of conflict, when an assault is imminent and what to do in a threatening situation.

Course Outline:

-What is Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB)?

-Statistics in Society, Healthcare Facilities, Law Enforcement

-Strategies for Preventing and Diffusing Aggressive Behavior

-Methods and Communication

-Stages of Conflict & Management

-Evaluation/Discussion

Medical Training (CPR/AED & First Aid) (4 hours)

We are pleased to provide CPR/AED and First Aid training at no cost to Jewish organizations in the CJP Catchment Area. We also occasionally offer community CPR/AED and First Aid training at locations in the Greater Boston Area.

CPR/AED plus First Aid classes meet one time for four hours. Class sizes may be limited based on instructor availability.

“Stop the Bleed” Medical Training (1.5 hours)

The Stop the Bleed course will teach you how to save a life. Severe bleeding can cause death in three to five minutes. This interactive presentation will provide you with the knowledge and skills to locate, identify, and control significant blood loss in an adult or child. The skills portion gives each person hands-on training with the tools to accomplish hemostasis or stopping the bleed.

This course, in addition to CPR and First Aid, allows you to be better prepared for critical life situations.