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CIMA - Crisis Intervention & Management Australasia

Preventing, Mitigating and Managing Critical Incident Stress & Trauma.

CIMA specialise in training, consultancy and assistance for first responders, agencies and organisations in crisis intervention, traumatic exposure and disaster response. Crisis Intervention and Management Australasia (CIMA) is a not-for profit foundation dedicated to the prevention, mitigation and effective management of critical incident stress and trauma for personnel in emergency services, police, corrections, health, welfare and related services. It provides training and support for workers in these agencies in managing the impact of disabling psychological stress and trauma in their work. In addition it supplies advocacy and consultancy services to small enterprises seeking help with local workplace incidents by providing a conduit between these groups and qualified personnel. Its origins go back to the mid 1980’s when contact was established with the American based International Critical Incident Stress Foundation (ICISF). Agreement was later reached to adopt much of their training material which is being used by a wide range of major organisations including the United Nations, World Vision International, the US National Fire authority and major international airlines. Formerly known as the Critical Incident Stress Management Foundation of Australia (CISMFA), its name was recently changed to reflect the broader educational focus which has taken place over the past two years. CIMA is registered in Victoria as a not-for-profit charity and is registered with the Australian Taxation Office as a Deductible Gift Recipient.

05/11/2023

Kia ora and warm greetings to all CIMA members on both sides of the Tasman.
We are looking forward to connecting at our AGM this month and to progress our planning for the year ahead as a wider peer network.

To all who work in the first responders community in Australia and Aotearoa and to those who have been providing support as part of the multitude of disaster recovery events over this last year we warmly thank you.
Ngā mihi nui
Liz Pennington

25/09/2023

🤩 Success Stories 🤩 We're proud of our members' achievements in crisis intervention. Share your success stories with us, and we'll feature them on our website and newsletter. Your dedication and expertise inspire us all! 💪

11/09/2023

👉 Let's Connect! 👈

We love engaging with our crisis intervention professionals! Connect with us and share your thoughts, experiences, and insights. Together, we can make a positive impact on crisis intervention practices. 🤝

04/09/2023

📰 Newsletter Alert 📰

Did you know? As a CIMA member, you'll receive our quarterly newsletter with valuable insights, industry news, and more! Get in touch to know more. 🗞️

29/08/2023

🌟 Training Spotlight 🌟

Today, we're shining a light on our comprehensive crisis intervention training programs. Designed by experts, these courses equip you with essential skills for handling critical incidents effectively.

Visit our website below for details!

Four exciting CIMA ICISF accredited training opportunities exist via training with Enable Workplace Consulting.

24/08/2023

🚨 We're back on social media! 🚨 Crisis Intervention and Management Australasia (CIMA) is now live on Facebook again! 🎊🥳
🌐 Reconnect with us here and stay tuned for exciting training and events coming soon. Engaging current and potential members in building a supportive community! 🤝💼

27/03/2022

Registrations will be closing soon for this faciliated online two day training with Enable Workplace Consulting.

FURTHER INFORMATION & REGISTRATION DETAILS

https://www.cima.org.au/training-calendar

23/03/2022

Are you wanting to upskill in crisis response?

Registrations are still open for this online two day faciliated training with Enable Workplace Consulting.

FURTHER INFORMATION & REGISTRATION DETAILS

https://www.cima.org.au/training-calendar

28/12/2021

A balance between work and family occurs when a person can sufficiently meet family commitments and adequately perform responsibilities at work.

However, the role of a frontline worker is a specialised area of work that involves shift work, and as a result can interfere with the body clock, sleep, social life, and of course, family. It can also result in acute effects on mood and performance, which may lead to long-term problems in mental health.

Here are 3 reminders to self care as a shift worker

1. Protect your wellbeing, where you can, establish wellbeing practises around rosters.

2. Ensure you have strong communications lines with your management team should you feel your work is
having an impact on your family work life balance and your mental health.

3. Prioritise opportunities and events to connect with your family and loved ones.

24/12/2021

Contemporary history celebrates the Christmas season during this pandemic in its essence, in its simplicity. This year has been difficult for all of us but we cling to hope.

To our members, colleagues and co-workers and those in the service sectors of health, emergency and response. Thank you for your dedicated spirit in pursuing care for others.

CIMA Committee of Management

19/12/2021

Join us tomorrow to lunch with our guest and CIMA trainer Dr John Durkin.

This 1hour presentation will provide you with insight into the training available for supporting individuals and groups using critical incident stress management techniques and applications for use in the real world.

REGISTER:
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/cism-techniques-understanding-their-applications-in-practice-tickets-229162269517

In this 1-hour lunchtime presentation, Dr Durkin will describe the CISM applications and their practical use in the field.

Address

PO Box 24251
Melbourne, VIC
3001

Website

http://www.cima.org.au/

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