CPSS/400

INSTITUTIONAL AND COMMUNITY-BASED PROGRAMS

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CPSS 400 Wk 1 – Background of Correctional Programs Worksheet

Correctional programs were created out of identified societal needs. The methodology behind these programs has a purpose as well. In this assignment, you will research this methodology to understand correctional programs, why they are available, and how they have changed over time.

Complete the Background of Correctional Programs Worksheet.

CPSS 400 Wk 2 Team – Risk and Needs Assessment Report

Note. This assignment serves as the basis for the Week 4 Treatment Plan and Facilitation Skills assignment.

Risk and needs assessment is a key process that must occur to determine what programs may assist each individual. In this assignment, you will review a case study and identify the risk and needs for this individual based on the information provided.

You are part of a team of case managers who must determine the proper program placement for individuals involved with the correctional system.

Review the Cassandra Case Study.

Determine the risks, and research the needs of this individual based on the information in the scenario.

Write a 700- to 1,050-word report describing how the risk and needs assessment will influence the case management and treatment planning for the individual in the case study. Include the following:

• Briefly summarize the main components of the scenario that you see are the most important items to consider in this individual’s treatment.
• Describe the risks and needs of this individual based on the research you conducted.
• Describe how the information about this individual’s risk and needs relates to the individual’s treatment.

Cite a minimum of two sources.

Format your report according to APA guidelines.

CPSS 400 Wk 3 Team – Correctional Programs Showcase

To plan a course of treatment for an individual, it is important to know what programs are available and what they entail. By understanding the goals of different programs, you will be better equipped to recommend the appropriate programs in an individual’s treatment plan.

Conduct research to identify 4 to 6 institutional and/or community-based programs in the correctional system.

Create a 12- to 15-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation to showcase the programs you have researched. Include the following:

• Describe the programs, along with their mission, goals, and objectives.
• Describe the population(s) that each program is meant to serve.
• Describe the programs’ effectiveness in helping clients transition into the community during and after reentry.

Include detailed speaker notes for each slide.

Cite a minimum of 3 sources.

Format any citations in your presentation according to APA guidelines.

CPSS 400 Wk 4 – Treatment Plan and Facilitation Skills Report

Review the Cassandra Case Study along with your completed Risk and Needs Assessment Report assignment from Week 2.

Conduct research to determine treatment programs that will meet the individual’s identified needs based on both the information in the case study and in your assessment of needs.

Write a 1,050- to 1,400-word report on your plan for working with this individual. Include the following:

• Describe the treatment and program needs of the individual in the case study.
• Describe two to three correctional programs for this individual, based on identified needs.
• Explain the role of the helping process in correctional programs for this individual.
• Identify the types of skills needed to facilitate the helping process with assisting this individual through the program.

Cite a minimum of 2 sources.

Format your paper according to APA guidelines.

CPSS 400 Wk 5 – Program Evaluation Paper

To know if a program has been successful, it must be evaluated. In this assignment, you research different methods and types of program evaluations.

Write a 350- to 700-word paper to summarize the process for evaluating programs. Include the following:

• Describe the different methods of evaluating correctional programs.
• Identify the steps involved in a program evaluation.
• Describe the purpose of evaluating correctional programs.

Cite a minimum of two sources.

Format your paper according to APA guidelines.

CPSS 400 Wk 5 Team – Evidence-Based Practices in Correctional Programs Presentation

Using evidence-based practices will enhance program success. In this assignment, you work with your team to develop and propose a correctional program to be implemented for a specific population.

Your team has been tasked with creating a new correctional program to address the risk and needs of a population of individuals to reduce recidivism. There are multiple teams creating programs, but the organization only has funding to implement 2 new programs. Once your program is created, your team will present an overview to the head of your department. For your program to be chosen, it is important to convey why this program is needed and what it will do for the population and the community.

Select a population of individuals involved with the correctional system from the following:

• Individuals entering an institutional corrections facility
• Individuals transitioning out of an institutional corrections facility and into community corrections
• Individuals entering community corrections without being in an institutional corrections facility
• Individuals re-entering society from institutional or community corrections

Conduct research to determine the risks and needs of this population related to one or more of the following areas:

• Substance abuse
• Domestic violence
• Education
• Occupational and vocational training
• Mental health
• Emotional support
• Sex offender rehabilitation
• Religious support
• Parenting
• Language support

Design a program that will address these identified risks and needs.

Create a 15- to 20-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation to showcase your program to the head of your department. Include the following:

• Briefly describe the population that this program is meant to serve, and explain their identified risks and needs.
• Explain the mission of the program. (This should address the risks and needs of the population.)
• Outline the goals and objectives of the program. (This should address what the program would like to accomplish.)
• Explain how the goals and objectives will be met. (This should address how you will accomplish the identified goals and objectives.)
• Describe evidence-based practices to be used in the program. (This should address current research related to this type of program.)
• Explain how this program will help reduce recidivism.

Include a reference slide at the end of the presentation.

Ensure that your presentation is engaging and includes pictures and graphics as appropriate.

Include detailed speaker notes on each slide to outline what you would say while delivering the presentation.

Format any citations within your presentation and speaker notes according to APA guidelines.