irish assassin:
I can’t speak for juvinille corrections but in the adult system here inmates are indeed “wards” of the state. Now an adult inmate who is found able to make his own decisions can refuse medical treatment and sign a form stating they willingly did so. This does not apply where life saving action is needed. ... full thread

I apologize for my tardiness in writing this next article.

To recap we have discussed activation of the incident command / Incident Management Systemand the transference of command in part I and part II. Now let's talk about the different positions that are crucial to the ICS / IMS running smoothly.the person initiating ICS / IMS is your incident commander. They're responsible for evaluating the situation deciding what resources are needed and ensuring that the five tactical priorities of ICS / IMS are followed and completed. ... full story

Also this week:

• Sustaining Peace in A Congested Prison Requires Out of the Box Solution
• Changing Course: Preventing Youth From Joining Gangs
• Correctional Officers – Resilience in the Workplace
• Mental Health Support: Reducing Stress and Suicide Among Correctional Workers

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• October – Health & Wellness – Coverage of current health & wellness issues and programs [Please send your articles/stories to editor@corrections.com]

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Superintendent B – Twin Rivers Unit (Monroe Correctional Complex)

The Department of Corrections has an opportunity for a dynamic leader and experienced correctional administrator to join a team of 14 facility superintendents statewide in one of the most highly regarded correctional agencies in the country. As the Superintendent of the Twin Rivers Unit, a medium security correctional facility within the Monroe Correctional Complex, you will oversee the management, programming and housing of up to 836 male offenders.

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events

• Oct 10-11, 2013 – Breakthrough Strategies to Work with At-Risk and Incarcerated Youth Workshop - Portland OR
• Oct 26-30, 2013 – National Conference on Correctional Health Care - Nashville TN

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• 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

quote of the week

"Freedom to be your best is nothing unless you're willing to do your best. "
- Colin Powell

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