Community-Based Corrections

Need help on a research project regarding inmate's wants and needs in a correctional facility

minimi — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:25:18 GMT

Hello, everyone. I am a second year MBA student. Four of my teammates and I are currently doing a student consultant project for a client who is looking into entering the commissary sector. In addition, we are seeking any opportunity that can help facility administrators to better manage and operate the facilities. At the research stage, we are trying to understand inmate and warden's need and wants to help us better understand the key problem inside the correction facilities. We are very interested in interviewing wardens, correctional facility guards, and administrators. I was wondering if any of you are willing to have a short conversation with us to help us gain more insights and ideas for our project? We are in the Philadelpia area, we can meet in person or phone conference if you are from outside of Philadelphia. Thank you.

creating a green halfway house

ICCA — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:11:54 GMT

I am interested in learning about the process to make a halfway house more environmentally-friendly. Is anyone aware of halfway houses that are already doing this, or have some knowledge about the process (with some extent of experience in building or working at a halfway house)?

Assessment tools for Domestic Violence

ijacks — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:19:29 GMT

Is there any validated risk assessment tools for DV clients. I've heard about DOVES (Domestic Violence Evaluation Scales) but not familiar with it. our department is looking for an emphasis on Evidence Based Practices (EBP).

Missouri Probation & Parole Officers

Crosstimbers Okie — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 18:25:12 GMT

Are there any Missouri DOC Probation & Parole Officers present in the forum?

post orders

miketaus — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 20:20:43 GMT

I'm currently in the process of writing p&p and post orders for Re-entry Center. Does anyone have examples of post orders to share? I'm coming from institution and have unit post orders to go by but think what I have is too restrictive and may in some parts not be applicable. I will certainly share my work product. My email is miketaus@yahoo.com Thanks, Mike

OWDS agent trying to implement an employment program

jstopera — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 19:21:49 GMT

Hennepin County Community Corrections has started an Offender Workforce Development program called Pathways to Employment (P2E) and we are having difficulty by getting referrals to the program by either the other probation officers not referring AND the lack of accountability by the clients. Does any one have any advice on what they have done within their agency that would assist us in making this a success? Having open ended workshops on employment for resumes, interest profilers, or having a 3 day session? What is everyone else doing out there? We need ideas to make this successful! Thank you!

New IACP Training: Sex Offender Management - An Intro for Law Enforcement and Community Supervision Leaders

Leslie LeMaster — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:06:56 GMT

Thought this may be of interest to forum members . . .

The IACP invites you to attend its newest training, Sex Offender Management: An Introduction for Law Enforcement and Community Supervision Leaders, which will be held October 2, 2009 during the IACP Annual Conference in Denver, Colorado.

This workshop is designed to equip law enforcement and community supervision leaders with policy and operational information and tools to hold sex offenders accountable, reduce sex offender recidivism, prevent future victimization, and ensure the overall safety of communities.

Contact Sarah Wygant at wygant@theiacp.org or 1-800-843-4227 ext. 830 to register.

Registration ends September 18, 2009.

Bank Caseloads

POChief — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 04:53:18 GMT

With limited resources, we are looking for ways to streamline our supervision. We use the LSI-R for our main assessment. We are looking at banking low risk offenders but do NOT like the phone/call-in system that some states/counties use. We are looking at POcheck.com and so far like what we see. Does anyone else know of anything out there? Thanks in advance...

Management of Administrative Caseloads

Ernest — Wed, 13 Dec 2006 01:10:02 GMT

Seeking information on management of caseloads in probation classified as Administrative due to low risk.

Correctional Leaders- Develop your skills- at your desk top!

Bernie Iszler — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 14:36:36 GMT

Unleash Your Leadership Competency Potential: A Three-Session Virtual Instructor Led Training Experience (VILT). This staff development program includes: - Self-assessment /self-awareness profile. - Learning interventions. - Action planning steps in at least one leadership competency/skill area. You can take this course right from your desktop computer with no travel or added expense and NO fees! Course will be led by Robert Brown, Chief, NIC Training Academy, with over 40 years of training experience in correctional management/leadership. Apply today at the NIC Learning Center: http://NIC.Learn.com See attached flyer for applicant qualifications and details.

Staff to inmate ratios

mcbeav — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 19:33:39 GMT

I wanted to posse a question to all those administrators and detention manager about their feelings on staff to inmate ratios in a general population setting? Do you have a set standard through your state government? What do you base your ratios on if there are no guidelines for your state? Thanks, Mike Beaver Juvenile Corrections Officer Washington State

Operations Staff v Case Management perception issues

Fletch — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 14:56:18 GMT

Currently working in a Community Corrections residential center and there "seems" to be some animosity between our operations staff v case managers. I was wondering if anyone else on the forum had any ideas at resolving these perceptions. Mainly stems from the difference in dress code (op staff are in uniform gear, cm in bus casual), work hours (op are 24-7, cm 8-5 M-F or 10hr shifts), and experience (op not eligible for promotion due to "no case management experience"). Really working on a way to bridge some differences and enable our operations staff to gain case management experience while working in a correctional setting. Thanks.

Payment for community service performed?

Isaac — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 18:52:56 GMT

I am consulting with a day reporting center that diverts drug offenders from the local jail in lieu of incarceration. As a condition of participation they must perform "community service" work as directed by the agency. The work force performs unskilled labor for area businesses and the agency is paid for the work performed by the probationers. The probationers are not compensated for their labor. The probationers are also required to pay a participation fee. Failure to participate in the community service can result in termination from the program (and incarceration). I think they are on thin ice with this but need to know the case law that applies. can you help?

U.S. Probation Officers

Sampo — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 13:58:05 GMT

Does anyone have any information regarding Federal (U.S.) Probation Officers? Is it difficult to get into that field, average case loads, are they armed officers? What type of training do they receive and where do they go for training, one of the FLETC's? Thank you.

Penalties for Assaults on Probation/Parole Officers

CC Pro — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:41:25 GMT

A state legislature is considering legislation that would impose criminal sanctions and/or fines for assaults on probation/parole officers. If your state has statutes governing this situation, please respond to the forum or directly to aj.hopkins@comcast.net with your information.

probation/parole officers carrying firearms

Howard Abadinsky, Ph.D. — Thu, 21 Dec 2006 21:39:28 GMT

For the 10th edition of my book, PROBATION AND PAROLE: THEORY AND PRACTICE (Prentice Hall), I am seeking info about any recent changes in probation/parole agency policy with respect to officers carrying firearms and making arrests. Howard Abadinsky, Ph.D. NYS Sr. Parole Officer (ret.) Professor of Criminal Justice St. John's University 8000 Utopia Parkway Jamaica, NY 11439 abadinsh@stjohns.edu

Electronic Monitoring Staff to Participant Ratios

Bobbie Huskey — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 17:16:43 GMT

Hello,

I am interested in knowing if anyone has formal or informal standards for the optimum ration of EM staff to participants in a program that provides weekly supervision contacts, monitors compliance including verification of employment; responds to violations and completes reports. The offender is subject to random calling throughout the day to ensure that they are home.

Thanks,

Bobbie Huskey

773-348-3852

Online Evidence-Based Practice Training

CC Pro — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 21:20:26 GMT

For those who may have missed the general announcement in the Corrections Community, online training for supervisors is available through the NIC Learning Center. Please use the following link for more detailed information. http://community.nicic.org/blogs/nic/archive/2008/12/05/online-ebp-training-now-available-for-first-line-corrections-supervisors.aspx

Funding opportunties

Ernest — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 21:12:44 GMT

Looking for any suggestions on finding funding opportunites to support low level substance abuse treatment within community corrections. We have limited resources in our jurisdiction, so we are considering offering through the probation department low level substance abuse treatment for clients who are awaiting entry into treatment. Any ideas on who may fund this type of intervention will be greatly appreciated.

Miranda warnings

Chris Mechler — Thu, 11 Jan 2007 16:45:17 GMT

Kansas probation officers have recently had a couple of problems arise because they did not give Miranda warnings to probation clients, when in the judgement of the prosecutor or defense attorney they should have.

In your jurisdiction, do you ever give Miranda warnings to offenders on probation? If so, under what circumstances?

a concerned parent

greg smith — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 01:48:24 GMT

My wife moved in with a man on probation in the state of North Carolina. Our ten yr old lives with me and our two yr old lives with her. On several occasions my ten yr old has witnessed several objects of drug paraphernalia, consuming illegal drugs, a handgun has been fired in the near vicinity of our ten yr old. while this man was consuming alcoholic beverages. He has violated his probation several times by failing a drug test. Why does the state of NC allow a man on probation to use his probation to continue his illegal activities? His probation officer is aware of this and has done virtually nothing about this. She says "It is my job to keep out of jail, and I am going to do everything possible to keep him from going there." I cannot allow my children to be around this imminent threat as something is certain to happen with this kind of conduct going on. If you have any suggestions I would greatly appreciate it.

Motivational Interviewing Refresher Training

Julie Jordan — Wed, 27 Jun 2007 16:07:55 GMT

I am looking for developed lesson plans and curriculum for Motivational Interviewing Refresher training. I will be doing a two-part series. The first half- day training will focus on the OARS and skill development. The second half-day training will focus on elliticing change talk and the stages of change model.

I am also looking for fun, short MI training related activities that can be done once a month with staff trained in MI to help refresh skills and reinforce learning. Or, if you have any short role-play videos showing good use of skills that your willing to share, I'd love to see those.

I appreciate any help you can send my way. Thanks.

Supervision special conditions

clginge — Mon, 27 Aug 2007 23:02:01 GMT

We are attempting to address our Courts and Parole Board with the idea of only imposing special conditions that address criminogenic needs. So many of our courts impose conditions that have nothing to do with recidivism. Any suggestions on how to address this and is anyone aware of any articles or studies that have been completed on this subject?

Does your agency have specialized units/positions whose primary purpose is to locate and conduct field arrests of probation violators?

susanglass — Wed, 21 May 2008 11:42:16 GMT

If Yes:

2. How are they equipped/armed?
3. If armed, is it mandatory or optional for the members assigned to the warrant unit/position?
Does your agency arm all Probation Officers, or just officers with specific assignments?
Are all officers offered the option of being armed?
4. Are the armed warrant officers P.O.S.T. Certified (Police Officer Standards and Training Council)?
5. Does your Department/Agency fall under the auspices of State, County or Municipal government?
6. What Branch of the government does your agency fall under: Executive/Legislative/Judicial?

Please send your responses to:
Mark R. Rogers, Chief Probation Officer-I
Co-Chair of the Statewide warrant Officer Committee for the Connecticut Judicial Department
Court Support Services Division (CSSD) - Adult Probation
State Cell Phone (203) 233-3959
mark.rogers@jud.ct.gov

Executive Management Job Opportunity for County of San Diego, CA

Aaron Morgan — Mon, 12 May 2008 18:59:33 GMT

The County of San Diego, California, is currently accepting resumes for Assistant Chief Probation Officer through this Friday, May 16, 2008, at 5:30 p.m. Annual salary at the time of appointment is expected to be between $115,817 - 126,167, plus an excellent executive management benefits package. Minimum qualifications are peace officer status, a bachelor's degree, and five years in the probation or community correctional field, three years of which must have been in the management field. The Chief Probation Officer is very interested in persons who have experience in the community corrections field. If this recruitment interests you, then please e-mail your resume to either susi.kuklinski@sdcounty.ca.gov, or aaron.morgan@sdcounty.ca.gov, by May 16, 2008.. For further information on this recruitment, you may call Mr. Morgan at 619-531-5105 or go to the County's website www.sdcounty.ca.gov, link to jobs, then link to this job title.