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I have noticed a lot of inquiry regarding how to get involved and what to do in order to get into the corrections industry on this forum. I am a firm believer that we are all the strongest asset we have. You have to sell yourself and that involves advertising what you can do and your interests. Today it is easier than most think... full thread

Our December corrections topic looks at the ‘Impact of Charity & Volunteerism at Correctional Facilities.’ Have you ever considered the impact volunteers have on corrections? I know the question arises that some of these volunteers will make poor decisions and allow themselves to be manipulated by some inmates. This is correct, also true is that some officers and staff become involved in these same activities... full story

Also this week:

• Cultural Competence
• Mabel Bassett Correctional Center - Cognitive Emergence Program
• Inmates Increase in US Prisons
• Catch more flies with honey than vinegar

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• December – Charity/Volunteerism – Impact of Charity & Volunteerism at correctional facilities editor@corrections.com]

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Psychiatrist

The Department of Corrections is seeking highly motivated and qualified individuals for the position of Psychiatrist for the Stafford Creek Corrections Center (SCCC) located in Aberdeen, WA...

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events

• Jan 11-14, 2015 – American Probation and Parole Association's 2015 Winter Training Institute
• Jan 20-24, 2015 – National Sheriffs' Association 2015 Winter Conference
• Feb 06-11, 2015 – American Correctional Association's (ACA) 2015 Winter Conference
• Mar 03-07, 2015 – Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences (ACJS) Annual Meeting
• Apr 19-22, 2015 – American Jail Association (AJA) Annual Conference and Jail Expo
• Apr 29-May 01, 2015 – Wyoming Sexual Assault Summit

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• NaphCare Awarded New Contract to Provide Medical Services at FCI Bastrop
• BI Incorporated agreement with U.S. Communities allows cities, counties and states access to electronic monitoring products, services at best value
• NaphCare Works Alongside Newton County Detention Centers and Sheriff’s Department to Earn NCCHC Accreditation for Healthcare Standards
• NaphCare Awarded New Five-Year Agreement to Provide Services at FCI Elkton
• NaphCare Supports the Efforts of NAMI of Southern Nevada
• Corizon Raises Over $12,000 To Support Children Of Incarcerated Parents
• NaphCare’s New Partnership with the Oklahoma Department of Corrections
• Corizon Launches Social Media Initiative
• BI Incorporated, SOBERLINK enter distribution agreement for SL2 alcohol monitoring system
• BI Incorporated wins award for collaboration with Verizon Wireless, Multi-Tech Systems
• Spectrum Health Systems Hosts Third Annual Excellence in Treatment Awards
• Wexford Health and DOC complete transition of inmate health care services in south Florida
• NaphCare Launches a New Website
• Corizon Announces New Clinical Risk Management Analyst
• Corizon Announces New Senior Vice President
• BI Incorporated selected to operate Calaveras County Innovative Day Reporting Program for Probationers
• Wexford Health promotes senior management team members
• NaphCare Awarded New Contract in California with City of Santa Ana
• Matt Swando Named Divisional Vice President of BI Incorporated

quote of the week

"Let every man practice the art that he knows best."
– Cicero

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