Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM)
Serving EMS, fire, law enforcement, and 911 personnel across the Southern Alleghenies region.
Regional CISM Support for Pennsylvania Responders
The SAEMS CISM Team provides structured stress intervention services to emergency responders following critical incidents.
Our trained peer team delivers interventions that:
- Reduce acute stress reactions
- Prevent escalation of symptoms
- Support adaptive functioning
- Connect responders with
additional care when appropriate
We provide both on-scene and post-incident support based on agency needs.
SAEMS coordinates regional CISM services for EMS agencies and public safety partners within the Southern Alleghenies. The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania regulates EMS operations through the Department of Health and the Bureau of EMS. SAEMS does not administer statewide EMS systems; we provide regional coordination and responder wellness support.
CISM Services Available to Regional EMS Partners
The SAEMS CISM Team stands ready to assist agencies with:
Immediate & On-Scene Support
Structured Group Interventions
Individual & Follow-Up Support
When to Activate the CISM Team
Agencies should consider activation after incidents such as:
- Line-of-duty death or serious injury
- Pediatric fatalities
- Mass casualty incidents
- Suicide responses
- Prolonged or high-impact operations
- Any event that significantly affects responder well-being
If an incident impacts your personnel, contact SAEMS to initiate coordination.
24/7 CISM Dispatch Line
CISM support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
CISM Team Deployment:
814-472-2098
This number connects agencies directly to dispatch for activation.
For non-emergency administrative inquiries, contact SAEMS during normal business hours.
Join the CISM Team
If you are interested in joining the CISM team, please complete the application below. Completed applications can be emailed to Austin Plummer at aplummer@saems.com
