In this episode, we interview CDCR Sergeant Chappelle who originally worked at Mule Creek State Prison, and is now currently teaching cadets at the Richard A. McGee Correctional Training Center in Galt, California.
Sgt. Chappelle discusses critical incidents that occurred early in his career, incidents that he shares with cadets that continue to haunt him. He discusses ideas for improving academy training and methods for incorporating self care and stress resiliency into the curriculum.
Sgt. Chappelle Is also a certified law enforcement chaplain, who works with the Law Enforcement Chaplaincy in Sacramento, as well as volunteers with the California Chaplain Corps. He discusses the important role of the Chaplain Corps and the vicarious trauma he and the other chaplains experience as a result.
