This module discusses risk factors related to suicide that correctional officers should be aware of to prevent and respond to suicide in their facilities. This course is part of a four-course series that discusses unique issues about prevention, supervision, and response to suicide in correctional facilities. The goal of this course is to offer information to correctional officers working in adult prisons and jails about general risk factors for suicide and factors unique to the correctional setting that can heighten a person’s risk for suicide while in custody.
This module discusses risk factors related to suicide that correctional officers should be aware of to prevent and respond to suicide in their facilities. This course is part of a four-course series that discusses unique issues about prevention, supervision, and response to suicide in correctional facilities. The goal of this course is to offer information to correctional officers working in adult prisons and jails about general risk factors for suicide and factors unique to the correctional setting that can heighten a person’s risk for suicide while in custody.
Outline:
Importance of Identifying Suicide Risk
Subject Matter Expert: Shawn LaughlinMrs. Cobb is a Lead SME Writer/Trainer at Relias. Her primary writing responsibilities are in the content areas of public safety and behavioral health. Mrs. Cobb is also the onboarding trainer for new staff joining the Relias Content Department. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Correctional and Juvenile Justice Studies and a Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice. She has over 25 years of experience working in criminal and juvenile justice. Her work includes direct service, research, publication development, and training and technical assistance development and delivery.
Disclosure: Kimberly Cobb, MS has no Relevant Financial or Non-Financial Relationship with ineligible companies to disclose.
Shawn is the Commander of the Broomfield Detention Center; a 224-bed City/County Detention Facility. He serves on the AJA Board of Directors as the 1st Vice President. He has presented at AJA & NCCHC and has worked in corrections for 27 years in all areas of Corrections. He is a recognized expert in both state and federal court regarding correctional operations. Additionally, he has been an instructor for the County Sheriffs of Colorado for 12 years in all aspects of jail operations and serves as an S.M.E. for curriculum development. He is the past Sectary of the Colorado Jail Association. Shawn holds an M.A. degree in Criminal Justice Administration from the University of Colorado and has been a Certified Jail Manager since 2005. He is a graduate of the National Jail Leadership Command Academy #3. His innovative programs and partnerships have been recognized by the State of Colorado and DOJ as models for other facilities.
Disclosure: Shawn Laughlin has no Relevant Financial or Non-Financial Relationship with ineligible companies to disclose.
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