Recently, Captain Scott Smith presented staff at the Dodge County Sheriff’s Office letters of recognition and the Sheriff’s Life Saving Award. It was from their response to a suicide attempt, resulting in hospitalization on an overnight shift. Their actions saved the life of the detained person. Receiving Letters of Commendation & Lifesaving awards were: · CO Eric Teeters · Jail Corporal Sean Bruss · LPN Ginny Nehls Receiving Performance Recognition from that incident were: · Jail Sergeant Art Elsner · CO Kasey Gresbach Congratulations to everyone involved on your exemplary response to the incident and your shining example of excellence in correctional healthcare. Photo: Captain Scott Smith and LPN Ginny Nehls
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Great article. Dr. Spinaris makes great points about how vital correctional officers are to the reform process. An emphasis and focus on officer wellness and our staff leads to an increased capacity for overall change. We all work best together when everyone is at their best! Correctional officers are a priority and are essential. Stay in the Conversation CO’s!
For genuine prison reform to occur, the wellness of correctional staff must be prioritized. Their role is not just a job but a crucial element in the rehabilitation journey of those incarcerated. We at Desert Waters are committed to this dual mission of staff wellness and prison reform, recognizing that one cannot thrive without the other. https://ow.ly/UPez50QuFjh #PrisonReform #StaffWellness #CorrectionalStaff #DesertWaters #MakingADifference
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The overall size, or “footprint,” of the American criminal justice system remains well above historical levels, but it has shrunk substantially in recent years. Register for tomorrow’s webinar to learn more about our new resource on trends in crime, arrests, and correctional control: https://lnkd.in/ggrsAkzb
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JUST IN: Senior Prison Officer's Sexual Abuse Scandal Under Investigation: Power Imbalance Hinders Reporting. An inquiry is examining the case of a chief correctional officer who sexually assaulted female prisoners for years. Investigations now focus on what staff and management knew about the abuse. The power imbalance made it tough for inmates to report the misconduct. Efforts are needed to address this issue and ensure inmate safety. #PrisonScandal #Inquiry #PrisonAbuse #PowerImbalance To learn more and read the complete story, click on this link. https://lnkd.in/gMwctya2
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This incident raises crucial questions about trust, boundaries, and the dynamics within the correctional system. It's not just about contraband; it's about the potential erosion of trust between custodial and non-uniformed staff, which can further divide the environment. The fact that an employee, in this case, a nursing supervisor, breached these boundaries by providing an inmate with contraband, a cell phone, highlights a severe issue. It begs the question of whether this could be a case of inmate manipulation, where prisoners exploit any perceived weaknesses in the system. Regardless of the motive, such incidents can undermine the integrity of the correctional facility and the safety of both staff and inmates. Addressing this problem isn't just about punitive measures but also understanding the root causes and implementing reforms to ensure that trust is rebuilt, and such occurrences are minimized to maintain a safe and secure environment.
Another great team effort betweeen Broad Rivers CERT and the Office of Inspector General in ridding our institutions of the corrupt staff. For every person we terminate or arrest we make our prison a little bit safer for the staff, inmates, and the general public.
Nursing supervisor at Broad River Correctional charged with providing contraband to prisoners
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Can leadership failures create a breeding ground for misconduct in correctional facilities? In this episode of the Prison Officer Podcast, we confront this critical question head-on. Through the lens of Stanley Milgram's famous 1963 obedience study, we unravel the often unseen dynamics of authority in corrections, exploring when and how the duty to intervene should override blind obedience. Recent cases of systemic leadership breakdowns are scrutinized, revealing how these lapses can foster environments where illegal and immoral actions flourish. I discuss the emotional rollercoaster faced by both staff and inmates during crises and why intervention is as crucial as physical action in preventing escalation.
The Role of Leadership in Preventing Misconduct in Correctional Facilities
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This week article on prisons looks at HMP Birmingham, better known as being Winson Green. This article outlines the different wings and their purposes, general facts and statistics about the prison, and provides a summarised view by Charlie Taylor. He is HM Chief Inspector of Prisons. I used his report as a basis for the article highlighting important points of recommendations to be adopted by the prison service. There is a variety of sections throughout the article looking at specific areas or prisons. These include custody stages, positive actions to be implemented, promoting EDI practices, and purposeful activities. Following on there is analysis of different ket media stories that are relate to the prison. #prisonlaw #prisonreform #prison #prisoneducation #prisons #prisoners #humanrights #humanrightsdefenders #humanrightslaw #humanrightsviolations #articles #writtenarticles https://lnkd.in/gKfBGqfK
HMP Birmingham - Winson Green
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Everyone deserves to be treated with dignity. Vera Institute of Justice’s new report outlines a set of dynamic principles focused on human dignity to help corrections professionals, incarcerated people, and advocates improve prison conditions and culture. Learn more about the dignity principles that corrections departments and advocates can use to guide the transformation of prison conditions: https://lnkd.in/eKRFaGix
Dignity Principles
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CANY’s new report provides recommendations to DOCCS across five key domains. These recommendations are a result of observations made from in-person prison monitoring visits on the advancement of initiatives by DOCCS in New York's prisons. The five key domains include measures to: ▪️Scale up existing programs ▪️Address needs when and where they arise ▪️Pilot incentive programs to reduce violence and improve safety ▪️Partner to address workforce challenges ▪️Exceed data transparency goals Among the recommendations are initiatives to increase data + information transparency, improve healthcare, expand educational, vocational & special programs, pilot incentive-based initiatives, and develop community-based partnerships. Learn more: Learn more about them on our website.
Recommendations — Correctional Association of New York
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Utilize our modern technology to return your focus back to your family! In the past, the Smith County Jail (TX) faced significant challenges that impacted both the efficiency of their operations and the well-being of their staff. The officers found themselves dedicating excessive time to paperwork, diverting their focus from crucial matters, such as their families at home. The manual paperwork was not only time-consuming but also prone to errors and potential falsification. This system not only impeded their ability to concentrate on essential tasks but also created a potential for inaccuracies in their records. The introduction of GUARDIAN RFID proved to be a transformative solution for the Smith County Jail. The technology addressed the shortcomings of the manual system by providing a streamlined, automated approach to data management. Officers could now record and access information efficiently through a handheld device, eliminating the need for extensive paperwork. This system empowered officers to document observations, manage schedules, and even capture visual evidence seamlessly. The accuracy and accessibility of the GUARDIAN RFID system significantly reduced the risk of errors, enabling officers to focus on their primary responsibilities and fostering a more positive work environment. The implementation of GUARDIAN RFID not only enhanced operational efficiency but also played a vital role in staff satisfaction and well-being, ultimately creating a more effective and modernized correctional facility. Check out these helpful links to learn more about the Command & Control Platform: ►How to Deploy GUARDIAN RFID Article: http://bit.ly/2GRJb9a ►What's an officer experience platform? https://bit.ly/39Ul48W ►What's Command Cloud? https://bit.ly/3lKjI38 ►Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://bit.ly/2AnDuKz
“Before implementing GUARDIAN RFID, the officers spent a lot more time here concentrating on paperwork rather than the important things, which is their family back at home.” -Lt. Lonnie Kettler, Jail Operations at Smith County Jail, Texas In the past, the officers of Smith County Jail (TX) found themselves dedicating excessive time to paperwork, which impacted both the efficiency of the operations and the well-being of the staff. However, GUARDIAN RFID proved to be a transformative solution for the facility. Watch the success story video below to see how GUARDIAN RFID technology has enhanced the Smith County Jail's operational efficiency and enables officers to spend more time with their families. #WarriorLed #OneTeamOneMission
Technology that Changed the Lives of Correctional Officers
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Why consistent adherence to Prison Service Instructions (PSIs) is crucial for a harmonious and happy prison estate. Read this latest article to find out! We also explore the negative impact on prisoners when prisons don't follow the same rule book - including prisoners' stress, confusion, and feelings of injustice, which can be increased by neurodivergent conditions when PSIs aren't followed uniformly over the prison estate #prisonreform #justiceforall
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