Correctional programming is an important component of jails and prisons. The reality is that most people who are incarcerated will return to the community. Correctional programming includes various types of programs designed to provide educational, treatment, and work opportunities for detainees/inmates.
The goal is to help detainees/inmates address personal issues that will promote positive behavior change and to develop skills and prepare them for reintegrating back into society upon release. Participation in programs and work details also can help offset the boredom of detainment or incarceration.
Although the provision of programming opportunities provides detainees/inmates with myriad benefits, it also raises numerous security concerns. Two main security concerns are contraband and opportunities for detainees/inmates to escape.
This course explores security concerns in institutional program areas and explores the role of the correctional officer in supervising detainees/inmates in programs and on work assignments.
Disclaimer: All characters and organizations referenced in the following training are fictional. Any resemblance to any actual organizations or persons living or dead, is purely coincidental.
Correctional programming is an important component of jails and prisons. The reality is that most people who are incarcerated will return to the community. Correctional programming includes various types of programs designed to provide educational, treatment, and work opportunities for detainees/inmates. The goal is to help detainees/inmates address personal issues that will promote positive behavior change and to develop skills and prepare them for reintegrating back into society upon release. Participation in programs and work details also can help offset the boredom of detainment or incarceration. Although the provision of programming opportunities provides detainees/inmates with myriad benefits, it also raises numerous security concerns. Two main security concerns are contraband and opportunities for detainees/inmates to escape. This course explores security concerns in institutional program areas and explores the role of the correctional officer in supervising detainees/inmates in programs and on work assignments. Disclaimer: All characters and organizations referenced in the following training are fictional. Any resemblance to any actual organizations or persons living or dead, is purely coincidental.
This activity is approved for 2.00 contact hours.
This activity is approved for 2.00 STC credit hours.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
A. About This Course
B. Learning Objectives
Section 2: Programs
A. Types of Programs
B. Education Programs
C. Job and Vocational Training
D. Treatment Programs
E. Religious Services and Faith-Based Programs
F. Recreational/Leisure Programs
G. Security Concerns in Program Areas
H. Responsibilities of Officers Supervising in Program Areas
I. Key Considerations for Supervising in Program Areas
J. Review
K. Summary
Section 3: Work Assignments
A. Classification and Work Assignments
B. Facility Incentives
C. Common Types of Work Assignments
D. Prison Industries
E. Maintenance
F. Cleaning
G. Food Service
H. Clerks
I. Community Crews
J. Work-Release Programs
K. Review
L. Summary
Section 4: Supervising Work Assignments
A. Correctional Officer Responsibilities During Work Assignments
B. Account for Detainees/Inmates
C. Control Contraband
D. Prevent Injuries on the Job
E. Maintain Communication
F. Motivate Productivity
G. Monitor Job Performance
H. Evaluate Job Performance
I. Review
J. Summary
Section 5: Conclusion
A. Summary
B. Course Contributors
C. Resources
D. References
E. Congratulations!
F. Exam
E. BrainSparks
Mr. Galley began his career with the Maryland Division of Correction (MDOC) in 1967 as a Correctional Teacher at the Maryland Correctional Training Center (MCTC). In 1972, he became the Assistant Warden, and in 1979, he was promoted as Warden of MCTC. In 1981, he became Commissioner of the Maryland Division of Correction. In 1984, he returned to the field as Warden of Roxbury Correctional Institution until 1993 when he resigned to become Warden at the Montgomery County Detention Center. He later served as Chief of Security at the Frederick County Detention Center. In 1999, Mr. Galley returned to the Maryland Division of Correction to accept the position as Warden of Western Correctional Institution. Under his leadership, the Western Correctional Institution became the first Maryland institution to achieve accreditation by the American Correctional Association. He became the Assistant Commissioner of the former West Region in 2007 and the Regional Executive Director of the North Region of the newly reorganized Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services in 2011. He is responsible for the oversight of six (6) major institutions and Community Supervision offices in eight (8) counties. Mr. Galley serves as an auditor for the accreditation program of the American Correctional Association and has done consulting work for the U.S. State Department. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from Frostburg State University and graduate degrees from Shippensburg State University and Southern Illinois University.Writer: Kimberly Cobb, MS
Subject Matter Expert: Joe MartinMrs. 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.
Joe Martin is a career employee for the Kentucky Department of Corrections. Joe started his career as an officer in 1998. Joe was promoted to Sergeant in 2002 and to Lieutenant in 2005. Joe worked and supervised most security positions within a male and female facility while in security that include: Internal Affairs supervisor, Special Management Unit Supervisor, Shift Supervisor, Visitation Supervisor, Adjustment Committee, and Grievance Chairman. In 2012 Joe was again promoted to the Accreditation Manager. In 2013 Joe was promoted to Central Office and started in the PREA Executive department. In 2014 Joe gained his DOJ PREA auditor certification where he served as chair for many PREA Audits in Missouri and Kansas while the KY DOC was part of a consortium with several other states. During his career, he has also served as the Hostage Negotiation Team Leader and active member of the team. Joe’s accomplishments include Commissioner’s and Achievement awards for the department.
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