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  • COVID-19 testing in Correctional Facilities

    We are looking for information from correctional facilities testing for COVID-19: How many staff members have been tested How many detainees have been tested Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks,
    Posted to General Topics (Forum) by Debbie Boecker on Fri, Apr 10 2020
  • Alaska Deputy Commissioner Recruitments

    The State of Alaska, Department of Corrections, is recruiting for two Deputy Commissioner positions. We are seeking a Deputy Commissioner of Institutions which will oversee all aspects of the daily operations of the 12 statewide correctional institutions. This position is responsible for oversight of...
    Posted to General Topics (Forum) by AAWilkerson on Tue, Feb 16 2016
  • Conference Announcement

    The Maine Department of Corrections is pleased to host the : 15 th Bi-Annual Adult and Juvenile Female Offender Conference October 6-10, 2013 Holiday Inn by the Bay Portland, Maine Please check out the website at: www.ajfo.org REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! Sponsor and Exhibitor registration is also open...
    Posted to General Topics (Forum) by Cynthia Brann on Tue, Jul 30 2013
  • Assistance Provided to Offenders Upon Release

    Currently, TN state law limits help that our DOC can provide to offenders leaving our institutions (cash and a bus ticket). The TDOC is (and has) providing other services, such as transitional housing, substance abuse and other services that may technically violate this limitation. We are looking to...
    Posted to General Topics (Forum) by Jason Woodall on Tue, Jul 9 2013
  • Jail Management Systems

    We are in the process of evaluating Jail Management Systems. We have a 2,765 bed facility. If you have a robust program that you would recommend please send me the information or name of the vendor/product to: melinda.allen@gwinnettcounty.com Please include information about your facility such as size...
    Posted to General Topics (Forum) by melindaallen on Fri, Mar 23 2012
  • Validated Risk and Vulnerability Assessment Tool (PREA)

    PREA Standards require screening for risk of victimization and abusiveness. Wh at you are using to satisfy this standard. We have been asked about using the SAVY http://www.dshs.wa.gov/pdf/ms/forms/20_222.pdf . I cannot find where it is validated. Does anyone know? Does anyone use a validated vulnerability...
    Posted to General Topics (Forum) by Kila Jager on Mon, Mar 19 2012
  • Assessment Center for new Probationers and Post Prison Supervision people

    I am very interested in finding out more about comprehensive assessments that are guiding supervision strategies for offenders. Please let me know what you have going on. Thanks.
    Posted to General Topics (Forum) by Kathleen Treb on Mon, Mar 12 2012
  • PREA, Prison Rape Elimination Act Compliance in training

    In PREA standards ( proposed rules), we are required to train all employees, contractors, volunteers, residents/inmates, investigators, mental health and medical practitioners, and anyone who has direct contact with residents/inmates. On the National PREA REsource Workgroup (NPR-WORK) website http:/...
    Posted to General Topics (Forum) by Kila Jager on Thu, Mar 8 2012
  • Re: National PREA Resource Workgroup NPR-WORK

    The Diana Screen--Child Protection Test A National PREA REsource workgroup member asks the following: Greetings everyone, I was curious if any of you are familiar with the Diana Screen tool used for screening staff that should not work with children. Your input is appreciated. I have attached information...
    Posted to General Topics (Forum) by Kila Jager on Mon, Feb 6 2012
  • PREA contractors training Correctional Facilities

    We are working on a PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act)contractors training. These would be medical doctors, physician’s assistants, nurse practitioners, Psychiatrists, Psychologists, interns, Nurses, Licensed treatment providers, unlicensed contractors with direct youth contact, community reintegration...
    Posted to General Topics (Forum) by Kila Jager on Fri, Oct 21 2011
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