The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) awarded a $398,266 Project Grant under the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Projects of Regional and National Significance (CFDA 93.243) program to Clark County Fire District No. 3 Fireman's Association. The grant will fund an EMS Training Program to enhance the training and recruitment capabilities of Clark County Fire District 3, with a focus on improving behavioral health and substance abuse response capabilities. Key elements of the program include:
- Investing in technological infrastructure and training equipment to enable advanced remote and in-person EMS training across all fire stations within the first 60 days.
- Developing specialized training curriculum within 90 days on crisis response, alternative treatments, and post-incident follow-up, in collaboration with external behavioral health agencies.
- Providing continuing education and licensure support for EMS personnel, including opportunities for paramedic training and advanced life support courses.
- Implementing a robust quality improvement program to monitor program outcomes and patient satisfaction.
The 2-year grant period runs from September 30, 2024 to September 29, 2026.
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