Search results matching tag 'Parole'

Re: Bank Caseloads

PnPMO — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 19:11:36 GMT

The only ones we're aware of are the call-in systems which create too much work for the PO (thus defeating the whole purpose). POCHECK makes the most sense for us. We really like how easy it is to use and they have features that are so forward thinking, that you can tell it was designed by practitioners (which it was). With pocheck, you're on the right track POChief.

Validation of the Wisconsin Department of Corrections Risk Assessment Instrument

CC Pro — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 21:18:00 GMT

The use of risk assessment instruments to measure the probability of individuals under community supervision re-offending is standard operational procedure (SOP) for probation and parole agencies across the country. Across the different generations of instruments that have been employed, the basic question still remains: Does this instrument provide the necessary data to formulate proper levels of offender supervision based on risk, and assist in calculating staff workload and deployment.

The Wisconsin Department of Corrections has recently completed a validation of the risk assessment instrument they use. The study was prepared by the Council of State Governments Justice Center. With a sample of over 42,000 offenders under community supervision (probation and parole) between 2001 and 2002, data were examined using the outcome measures of: "(a) a new offense within three years of placement on community supervision; and (b) new violent offense within three years of placement on community supervision." to define recidivism.

Among the findings:

A high percentage of offenders were classified as high risk, which is counter to the goal of risk classification: to differentiate the population by risk and and allocate resources accordingly.
The main reason for the over-classification was the weight given to the assaultive offense factor.
Other factors, besides the weight given to the assaultive risk factor, may have also contributed to the over-classification issue.
The probation and parole population differed significantly on the distribution of the population on most risk factors.
Probationers and parolees classified at the same risk levels had different rates of re-offending with parolees having higher rates of re-offending for the same risk levels.
The Wisconsin Risk instrument (DOC 502) differentiated populations into groups with different rates of committing a new assaultive offense. However, most of the offenders classified at high risk of committing a new offense did not commit a new assaultive offense during the follow-up period.

Included is a Summary of Recommendations by the authors to increase the effectiveness of this instrument. While this study is specific to Wisconsin, it has implications for every agency that uses assessment instruments for assigning risk and resource allocation.

New Radio Shows on What Works in Parole and Probation and Promoting P&P Officers--177,000 Requests for July

Len Sipes — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 15:08:17 GMT

Welcome to DC Public Safety–radio and television shows on crime, criminal offenders and the criminal justice system.See http://media.csosa.gov for our television and radio shows, blog and transcripts. We now average 177,000 requests per month.We welcome your comments or suggestions at leonard.sipes@csosa.gov or at Twitter at http://twitter.com/lensipes.

Recent radio programs include a series addressing "What Works" in parole and probation and two programs celebrating parole and probation officers in recognition of Parole and Probation Officers Week.

The most recent programs address identity thefts which are estimated to occur at least 10 million times a year.

The show is hosted by Leonard Sipes. The producer is Timothy Barnes.Meta terms: crime, criminals, criminal justice, prison, incarceration, parole, probation, corrections,

MO-DOC Motivational Interviewing Skill Builder

Ed Yahnig — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 20:27:56 GMT

Motivational interviewing techniques have proven themselves beneficial in criminal justice applications. Used with success by substance abuse practitioners to open the lines of effective communications with their clients, motivational therapy techniques have a proven track record of success. This instruction module is intended for members of the case management team who have previously attended the MDOC two-day Motivational Interviewing-Practitioner training module. It will train the staff member on the benefits of MI, while presenting its basis in evidence-based practices and its link with integrated case management.

MO-DOC Motivational Interviewing

Ed Yahnig — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 20:24:43 GMT

The practice of motivational interviewing (MI) has gained ground in recent years as an effective best practice for the criminal justice field. It has long been utilized with success in the field of substance abuse. In 2008 the Missouri DOC Reentry Leadership Team researched the benefits of MI, and prescribed its use in the department’s new case management protocol. This course has been designed to meet the needs of Missouri’s case management team members in their interactions and interviews with offenders.

Re: Missouri Probation & Parole Officers

michelle1980 — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 22:10:29 GMT

I had a question for anyone who could answer. I have recenlty, after sitting on the register for 6 months, been sent several letters asking me to interview. After sending in all my information I have interviewed several times for the position of corrections casework trainee(cc/pp). However, the true job I wanted is Probation and Parole. I get the chance this week to interview for P and P 1. Are the interview questions similar to those of the position of caseworker? I like to be prepared and want to put my best foot forward. I have a Bachelor's in Social Psychology in which I graduated *** Laude and have enough CJ courses (including one in probation and parole casework) to have a minor. I am currently working on a Master's with a 4.0 average and plan to continue on with a Masters in Criminal Justice while working on my PhD in Psychology. My dedication and education is there. My problem is that all my experience is in business and it seems like a tough break for me to get in to this field. Is it truly this hard through the whole state? Anyone have any tips on the interview process? I have been researching Missouri department of probation, but am still nervous about all the questions and being able to answer them correctly. I almost died after my interview for caseworker when after several detailed questions about the basics of the Missouri system I was asked "do you know what due process is?" and I almost couldn't remember something so simple! Of course I knew just regurgitating it was a bit difficult. Lol! Like I said if anyone knows anything that can be of help to me in preparing, it's important to me. I have a dedication and love for the field of psychology and the criminal mind. Well and to human services, so I'd appreciate any help. Thanks in advance!

Standardizing Parole Violation Sanctions

CC Pro — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 17:04:00 GMT

The economic realities of many state budgets has prompted a renewed examination of how corrections systems do business. One of the areas of concern has been the number of costly and time-consuming parole violation hearings that often result in the re-incarceration of parolees (Table 6). Is there a methodology parole agencies can utilize to address parole violations and the accompanying sanctions in a fairer and more proportionate manner? In an attempt to answer this question, two states (California and Ohio) have employed standardized tools that provide a grid of graduated sanctions to assist in parole violation decision making. Standardizing Parole Violation Sanctions, a National Institute of Justice Journal report highlights both states and the possible implications the use of standardized tools may have on a national basis.

A full report on the impact of Ohio's Progressive Sanction Grid is available here. Information on California's Parole Violation Decision Making Instrument (PVDMI) may be found here.

Video clip of student displaying concealed weapons

Vicki Bailey — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 20:52:51 GMT

I previously submitted a PPT on Concealed Weapons, then found that this clip was not playing properly.

New Radio Show— The Pew Public Safety Performance Project

Len Sipes — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 15:03:12 GMT

The program (http://media.csosa.gov) features an interview with Adam Gelb. Adam directs the Pew Public Safety Performance Project, which works with more than a dozen states to advance fiscally sound, data driven policies in sentencing and corrections that protect public safety, hold offenders accountable and control corrections spending. One of its reports, “One in 100: Behind Bars in America 2008” illustrated the high costs and low crime-control returns of prisons and highlighted state innovations that are cutting recidivism and saving money.The web site for Pew Public Safety is www.pewcenteronthestates.org. Go to “Public Safety Performance” for access to the documents mentioned.Pew is one of the most respected charitable trusts in America. Their web site is www.pewtrusts.org. The show is hosted by Leonard Sipes. The producer is Timothy Barnes. News for DC Public Safety Radio, Television, Blog and Transcripts

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Public Safety and Reentry

CC Pro — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 18:41:00 GMT

The Urban Institute, Justice Policy Center, under an award from a JEHT Foundation grant from the Bureau of Justice Assistance, with assistance from the National Institute of Corrections, has published, "Putting Public Safety First: 13 Parole Supervision Strategies to Enhance Reentry Outcomes." This report is a collaborative effort of national policymakers and leading practitioners to articulate policies and strategies regarding "parole supervision, violation, and revocation practices" that "improve public safety and make the best use of taxpayer dollars." The accompanying four-page Public Safety Policy Brief is available here.