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Resident
Handbook
Revised
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Introduction |
3-4 |
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Housing
& Treatment Information |
4 |
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Message
to the Resident |
5 |
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Rights
and Responsibilities |
6-7 |
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Classification |
7-8 |
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Phases
of Treatment |
8-9 |
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Level
System |
9-13 |
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Visits |
13-14 |
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Telephone
Calls/Mail |
14-15 |
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Clothing,
Uniform Standards, and Personal Property |
15-16 |
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Counts |
16 |
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Allowable
Items |
16 |
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Medical
Services |
17 |
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Psychology/Social
Services |
17-18 |
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Education/Library |
18 |
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Recreation/Canteen |
18-19 |
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Volunteer
Services |
19 |
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Religious
Services |
20 |
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Office
of the Advocate |
20 |
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Room
Inspections, Sanitation and Hygiene |
20-21 |
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General
Rules |
21-22 |
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Discipline |
22 |
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Grievances/Appeals |
22-23 |
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Suspension
of the Grievance Process |
23 |
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False
Statements |
23 |
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Emergency
Procedures |
23 |
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The mission of the Department of Corrections is
to hold the offender accountable to the victim and the community, and to prevent
crime and reduce the likelihood of juvenile and adult offenders re-offending.
Division
of Juvenile Services
The mission
of the Department’s Division of Juvenile Services is to work with youth,
families, and the communities to make victims whole, foster pro-social behavior,
promote public safety and prevent crime.
Juvenile
Facilities
The mission
of the Juvenile Facilities is to provide treatment and services within a safe,
secure environment that enables youth to develop pro-social skills and
competencies thereby promoting public safety by reducing the likelihood of
re-offending.
The
It is our intention to provide a comprehensive treatment program in a structured, safe and supportive environment. Objectives of the treatment program will include: assisting residents to accept responsibility for behavior, helping residents develop pro-social skills, increase residents’ self-awareness, enhance residents’ ability to empathize with victims, enabling residents to employ more adaptive thinking patterns and utilizing effective problem solving strategies. The overall program goal for the residents is to develop more adaptive life skills and to increase the likelihood that they use these skills in their personal lives, both within and outside the facility.
We will provide living conditions that are safe, sanitary, and humane, and will work to prevent residents from doing harm to themselves or others. While we have to place certain restrictions on activities, we will provide each resident with opportunities to achieve success.
All male residents committed to the
Residents will be assigned a Coach who will meet with them one-to-one on a weekly basis. The Coach will assist residents in meeting their treatment goals and provide them with assistance and feedback regarding their progress. The Coach will also help residents to learn what is expected of them here. The unit Social Worker will contact family members to provide orientation information, particularly as it relates to communication and visitation issues.
While in Assessment/Orientation, each resident will receive a comprehensive assessment that includes medical, educational, religious, psychological, social, and substance abuse. Female residents will receive the same comprehensive assessments on the Female Unit.
Information will be sought from each resident, the family, the Juvenile Community Corrections Officer, schools, and other community service providers. Assessments will address each resident’s history, behaviors, attitudes, strengths, needs, risks and goals.
Upon completion of the assessments, each resident will attend a Unit Treatment Team meeting, if possible, to discuss the findings and recommendations. During these meetings, a Case Plan will be developed that includes the resident’s strengths, limitations, needs, goals and responsibilities, including staff responsibilities. Recommendations will be made for future treatment, activities, supervision, services, and placement, as well. Unit Treatment Team meetings will review progress at least monthly.
A Classification Conference will be held approximately 28 days after admission. The Assessment/Orientation Unit staff will present the Case Plan for final approval. This meeting will determine each resident’s custody level and housing unit. Parents, legal guardians, and the Juvenile Community Corrections Officer are invited to attend. Unit staff will assist each resident to transition to new housing assignments, whenever they occur. (All female residents will be housed on the Female Unit for the duration of their stay and will be provided, in addition to regular programming, gender sensitive programs and services that will best meet the needs of Females.)
Our intent is to integrate each resident back to the community, when appropriate, by using what they have learned through the program to be successful. As part of this reintegration process, residents will be able to earn day Passes and weekend Leaves.
You are at this facility because either your past behavior or the seriousness of your current offense, has determined that there is no other appropriate placement. While this may now be traumatic, you are at a crossroad where you have a chance to start over. Your future is in your hands. The choices you make from now on will determine that future. It is our sincerest hope that you will make the right choices and progress through the system without difficulty. The staff are here to assist you along the way.
This booklet has been prepared to help you understand the
operations of the
The Rules and Regulations contained in this booklet do not cover all situations that may arise, but rather serve as a basic guide. These Rules and Regulations are subject to change and changes will be posted inside the facility.
All information regarding your conduct/progress here at the facility will be forwarded, as appropriate, to the Courts/Juvenile Community Corrections Officers/Schools/DHS/Parents, and others as necessary. This information will identify any issues you may need to continue to work on to be successful in your community, as well as identify any progress you have made. We hope that we can report on your involvement in programs and services here, rather than problems and disciplinary reports.
If you have any questions, staff will do their best to provide answers for you. They are here to help you to be successful and experience personal growth.
What is expected of you:
| R esponsibility |
Take responsibility for behavior. |
| E ncouragement |
Encourage peers to make better choices. |
| S elf-Control |
Follow rules/expectations, keep anger in check. |
| P ositive Attitude |
Maintain a positive attitude and be a role model/leader. |
| E mpathy |
Consider
other’s feelings. |
| C onstructive Criticism |
Accept
feedback without arguing. |
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reat Others As You Would Like to be Treated. |
You can,
in turn, expect staff to:
Treat you fairly, consistently and respectfully.
Hold you accountable for your actions, behaviors, and choices.
Listen and communicate with you.
Answer questions and explain things you do not understand.
Give you praise and encouragement for your efforts.
Each one of us is dealt a hand of cards by life. It’s not so much the hand you get dealt but what you do with what you’ve got.
Woodrow
Wilson Sayre
Rights
and Responsibilities:
Committed
and/or Detained residents have the following rights and responsibilities:
Residents have the right to be treated respectfully, fairly, and to be addressed by name in a dignified manner. In turn, residents will treat others in the same manner.
Residents have the right to be informed of the rules, procedures and schedules concerning the operation of the facility. In turn, residents will follow the rules, procedures, schedules and staff directives while in the facility.
Residents have the right not to be subjected to corporal punishment, harassment, intimidation, harm, humiliation, or interference with normal bodily functions by other residents or staff. In turn, residents will not subject any other person to similar mistreatment.
Residents have the right not to be discriminated against and will have equal access to all services and programs, unless a security risk exists. In turn, residents will not discriminate against any other resident or staff member or use language or behavior that would imply prejudice or discrimination.
Residents have the right to participate in religious services and religious counseling on a voluntary basis, subject only to the limitations necessary to maintain facility order and security. They will have access to clergy, spiritual advisors, publications, and related services that allow them to adhere to their religious practices. In turn, residents will not abuse any of the religious opportunities and provisions they are afforded.
Residents have the right to nutritious meals, proper bedding, clean clothes, toilet facilities, daily showers, adequate lighting, proper ventilation, and an overall safe environment that is maintained in compliance with state and local fire safety laws and regulations. In turn, residents will clean and maintain their living quarters.
Residents have the right to appropriate medical and dental treatment. In turn, residents have the responsibility to ask for medical and dental care when they need it.
Residents have the right to regular visits with family and may send and receive correspondence in accordance with policy and procedure. In turn, residents are responsible for conducting themselves properly during visits and for refraining from passing or sending contraband through the mail.
Residents have the right to call, write, and meet with their legal representative while in the facility. In turn, residents will abide by the guidelines set down by the facility and their attorney.
Residents have the right to both indoor and/or outdoor recreational equipment and opportunities pending appropriate security and weather conditions. In turn, residents are responsible for, and expected not to abuse, the equipment and opportunities.
Residents have the right not to participate in uncompensated work assignments unless the work is related to housekeeping or maintenance of the facility or personal hygiene needs. In turn, residents have the responsibility of abiding by facility procedures concerning housekeeping, maintenance and personal hygiene.
Residents have the right to report any problems or complaints they may have while in the facility without the fear of reprisal. In turn, residents also have the responsibility to report these incidents and to follow the facility’s grievance procedures when making such complaints. Residents have the responsibility to report any improper action taken against them as a result of a properly filed grievance.
Residents have the right to appeal any formal disciplinary action against them as a result of a rule violation. In turn, residents have the responsibility of initiating an appeal and following the proper procedures.
Each resident will be invited to attend a number of
meetings with the Classification Committee to discuss needs and treatment goals
during their stay at
The Director of Classification and Collateral Services will schedule and facilitate each meeting. Other participants may include the Juvenile Program Manager and/or Social Worker from the housing unit, assessment staff, education staff, and program staff. Together, these people form the Classification Committee.
Classification is responsible for overseeing resident treatment progress and for ensuring that the programs and services described in each resident’s Case Plan are being provided in a manner that best serves the interest of each resident and the facility. The Classification Committee shall also advise the Superintendent on matters pertaining to each resident’s readiness to return to the community.
The Classification Conference is the first Classification meeting and will be held approximately 30 days from arrival. The purpose of this meeting is to present and finalize the Case Plan and assign a housing unit.
The Classification Committee will continue to monitor each resident’s progress through the following meetings:
A Quarterly Review or a Phase Advancement Review will be conducted at least every 90 days. Residents shall be expected to complete the four phases of treatment to the satisfaction of their Unit Treatment Team and the Classification Committee before being released to the final treatment Phase V, Community Reintegration Through Aftercare, or discharged from commitment due to reaching their maximum release date as determined by the court.
Community Reintegration Plan Reviews will be held approximately 7-10 days prior to each resident’s release.
Some residents may be allowed to participate in programs and activities directly related to treatment, specialized education or other interventions in the community that may not be available at the facility such as residential treatment programs and therapeutic foster homes. Therapeutic Placement/ Reviews will be held to discuss these placements. Residents shall continue to be the responsibility of the facility and will be supervised by a Juvenile Community Corrections Officer. Reviews will be conducted at the facility every 90 days following transition into one of the placements.
In the event that a resident is returned to the facility for violating either a Community Reintegration Through Aftercare Agreement or Therapeutic Placement Agreement, a Reclassification Conference will be held to determine the appropriate modifications to the Resident’s Case Plan.
Special Reviews may be held as requested by the resident’s Juvenile Program Manger, Superintendent, or others, to consider any matter pertaining to the Case Plan, custody, housing unit assignment, or release for which some urgency exists.
All residents are expected to
progress through the 4 Phases of treatment prior to release.
Phases are linked
to long-term progress
and are measured in 4 dimensions:
•Time
•Completion of Cognitive
Skills Materials
•Accomplishment of Individual
Goals
•Observing Expected Resident
Behaviors
To be
eligible for Phase Advancement the resident must, at
a minimum, meet
the following Criteria.
Criteria
for Phase Advancement
4 Weeks at Phase 1
“Successful” Completion of Cognitive Skills
Accomplishment of Goals in the Case Plan as outlined by the Unit
Treatment Team, to include target behaviors, school, therapy, etc.
Maintain at least Level 2 privileges for 2 consecutive weeks
10 Weeks at Phase 2
“Successful” Completion of Cognitive Skills
Accomplishment of Goals in the Case Plan as outlined by the Unit
Treatment Team, to include target behaviors, school, therapy, etc.
Maintain at least Level 3 privileges for 3 consecutive weeks
10 Weeks at Phase 3
“Successful” Completion of Cognitive Skills
Accomplishment of Goals in the Case Plan as outlined by the Unit
Treatment Team, to include target behaviors, school, therapy, etc.
Maintain at least Level 3 or 4 privileges for 4 consecutive
weeks
6 Weeks at Phase 4
“Successful” Completion of Cognitive Skills
Accomplishment of Goals in the Case Plan as outlined by the Unit
Treatment Team, to include target behaviors, school, therapy, etc.
Maintain Level 4 privileges for 4 consecutive weeks
The level system provides a short-term incentive to work in the program and maintain appropriate behavior. Levels are reviewed weekly (Monday-Sunday) by each Resident’s JPM, using Behavior Cards, Cognitive Skills Rating Sheets, information on any major/minor violations for the preceding 7 days, and any additional expectations set by the Unit Treatment Team.
Levels are linked to Short-Term
acceptable behaviors and are measured in 4 dimensions:
•Time
•Completion of Cognitive
Skills Materials
•Accomplishment of Individual
Goals
•Observing Expected Resident
Behaviors
Criteria
for Level Advancement
Receive
a minimum of 40 (A=
Acceptable) for
preceding 7 days in both self
and
community
No
day less than 6 of 10 in either self or community
No
Major Violations/Minor Violations may cause review of Status
No
cutting or other Suicidal or Self-Harmful Behavior, or Behavior Abusive to
others
At
least 25
in all Cognitive Skills groups (Last 7 Days)
Additional
expectations if Unit Treatment Team feels appropriate
Criteria
for Level Advancement
Level
2
1
Week at Level 1 in the past
Receive
a minimum of 50 (A=
Acceptable) for
preceding 7 days in both self
and
community
No
day less than 7 of 10 in either self or community
No
Major Violations/Minor Violations may cause review of Status
No
cutting or other Suicidal or self-harmful behavior, or behavior abusive to
others
At
least 30
in all Cognitive Skills groups (Last 7 Days)
Additional
expectations if Unit Treatment Team feels appropriate
Criteria
for Level Advancement
Level
3
1
Week at Level 2 in the past
Receive
a minimum of 60 (A=
Acceptable) for
preceding 7 days in both self
and
community
No
day less than 8 of 10 in either self or community
No
Major Violations/Minor Violations may cause review of Status
No
cutting or other Suicidal or self-harmful behavior, or behavior abusive to
others
At
least 35
in all Cognitive Skills groups (Last 7 Days)
Additional
expectations if Unit Treatment Team feels appropriate
Criteria
for Level Advancement
Level
4
1
Week at Level 3 in the past
Receive a minimum of 65 (A= Acceptable) for preceding 7 days in both self and community
No
day less than 8 of 10 in either self or community
No
Major Violations/Minor Violations may cause review of Status
No
cutting or other Suicidal or self-harmful behavior, or behavior abusive to
others
At
least 40
in all Cognitive Skills groups (Last 7 Days)
Additional
expectations if Unit Treatment Team feels appropriate
All residents are expected to “climb the ladder” once.
(I.e. Progress through the levels in succession.) If, during this time, a
resident is dropped for inappropriate behavior, they will return to the highest
level earned prior to the drop. After a resident has
successfully completed 1 week at each Level, the past seven days
determines the resident’s Level for the Week.
a resident on Level
4 who receives 35
Acceptable ratings for the preceding 7 days (as opposed to 46 or more)
would be at Level 2 for the coming week. (The Minimum acceptable for that
Level.)
This allows each resident to know exactly what they must do to be on any Level and as the week progresses, each resident can “see” how they are doing and adjust accordingly. In addition, any resident who receives 7/7 Acceptable ratings in both Self & Community for the day will earn 1 Additional Privilege from a list of options available to all residents. The List will be public and the privilege options will be available to any resident who meets this criteria. The “List” will be reviewed by each new resident’s Unit Treatment Team to determine if it should be restricted for the resident. (I.e. A resident with health problems might have limitations on gym privileges.)
Any privileges given above this must be JPM approved & staff initiated. (I.e. for extra cleaning, etc.)
Please
Note:
Any Major Violation, including acts of Aggression: assault, threatening, intimidation, etc. will automatically drop the resident to Reception at review time. (Additional Restrictions will be imposed immediately.) Major Violations are listed on page 21 of this handbook.
Any Minor Violation may cause a Level drop and/or prevent a resident from advancing, regardless of the number of Acceptable Ratings. Minor Violations are violations of facility rules.
For Level 1 & 2, any day of less than 6 or 7 of 10 Acceptable Ratings, as indicated above, in either Self or Community will result in a drop to Reception/1 at review time.
·
For Level 3 & 4, any day of less than 8 of 10 Acceptable
Ratings in either Self or Community will result in a Level drop to Reception,
Level 1, or 2 as indicated above, at review time.
Less than 25 in cognitive skills for the week, will
automatically drop the resident to Reception.
Behavior
Management
The Behavior Management Program was developed to give residents the opportunity to learn socially acceptable ways for acting and reacting in situations. Positive behaviors are reinforced while negative behaviors are corrected. Acceptable behavior allows residents to move up in the Level system and earn available privileges. Unacceptable behavior results in corrective action, which may include disciplinary action.
Defining
Acceptable/Unacceptable Behavior:
Self: Making appropriate effort and accepting feedback
Community:
Taking care of the physical
environment and interpersonal behavior (respecting boundaries, respecting
differences, not threatening and not getting others off track)
Self
1.
Effort in tasks that provide learning opportunities or that work toward
personal goals
•Negative Behavior: Off Task,
Inattentive
•Neutral Behavior: Generally
Attentive, Compliant
•Positive Behavior: Focused
on Task, Active Effort
2. Accepting Feedback,
Direction, Assistance
•Negative: Oppositional,
Unresponsive to Feedback, Direction, or Assistance
•Neutral: Registers Feedback
with Little Response
•Positive: Receptive and Cooperative with Feedback, Direction, or Assistance
3. Maintain a Safe, Clean,
Healthy environment
•Negative: Creates Physical
Hazards or Clutter, Unhygienic Behavior
•Neutral: No Hazards or
Clutter, Reasonably Hygienic
•Positive: Actively Involved
in Cleaning, Pursuing Hygienic Practices, and Organizing Objects in Living Space
Community
(Interpersonal Norms)
4. Respect Differences in
Others
•Negative: Actively
Disrespectful of Differences in Others
•Neutral: No Apparent
Reaction to Differences in Others
•Positive: Acknowledges
Differences Without Critical Attitude
5. Respect Physical and
Personal Space and Property of Others
•Negative: Touches or Takes
Others’ Things, Inappropriate or Unwanted Touching of Others
•Neutral: Does Not Violate
Boundaries
•Positive: Acknowledges Ways
Others May Feel Threatened, With No Threatening Behavior
6. Respect Rights of Others to
Feel Safe from Harm or Danger
•Negative: Threatens Overtly
or Covertly
•Neutral: Does Not Threaten
Others
•Positive: Acknowledges Ways
Others May Feel Threatened with No Threatening Behavior
7. Respect
Rights of Others to Participate in Program Without Distraction or Delay
•Negative: Distracting Peers
During Tasks, Engaging Others in Inappropriate Behavior
•Neutral: Not Distracting or
Engaging Others in Inappropriate Behavior
•Positive: Prompts or
Facilitates Others’ Participation in Tasks
Privileges:
Reception
Level
•General
Population Activities:
Recreation, Television/Games during Free Time
•Weekly
Phone Calls:
One
Call, 15
Minutes
•Allowable
Room Items:
State issued property
•Bedtime:
Level
One
•General
Population Activities:
Recreation, Television/Games during Free Time,
Facility-Wide Special Events
•Canteen
Saturday
•Weekly
Phone Calls:
Two Calls,
15
Minutes Each
•Allowable
Room Items:
2 Personal Photos
•Bedtime:
Level
Two
•General
Population Activities:
Recreation, Facility-Wide Special Events, Television/Games
during Free Time, Activity Room
•Canteen
Tuesday & Saturday
•Weekly
Phone Calls:
Two Calls, 15 Minutes Each
•Allowable
Room Items:
2 Personal Photos
•Bedtime:
Level
Three
•General
Population Activities:
Recreation, Facility-Wide Special Events, Television/Games
during Free Time, Activity Room, Inter-Facility Events (Softball, Music,
Etc.)
•Canteen
Tuesday, Saturday & Sunday
•Weekly
Phone Calls:
Three Calls,
15
Minutes Each
•Allowable
Room Items:
5 Personal Photos,
•Bedtime:
Level
Four
•General
Population Activities:
Recreation, Facility-Wide Special Events, Television/Games
during Free Time, Activity Room, Inter-Facility Events (Softball, Music,
Etc.)
•Canteen
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, & Sunday
•Weekly
Phone Calls:
Three Calls,
15
Minutes Each
•Allowable
Room Items:
Personal Items Not Considered Contraband, 15 Personal
Photos
•Bedtime:
Additional
Privileges
Phase II/Level 2:
Eligible for Facility Job or Work Crew
Phase III/Level 3:
Eligible for Pass/Leave
Phase IV/Level 4:
Eligible for Pass/Leave & Community Release
Visits
All visitors must have prior approval by the resident’s Unit Treatment Team and only immediate family members may visit on visitation days. All other visitors must have prior approval by the Director of Rehabilitative and Administrative programs. Residents are allowed three visitors per visit. A fourth person may visit, but must be under the age of four and will need to sit on an adult’s lap.
All visitors must follow the Rules and Regulations outlined below. Failure to follow these rules and regulations may result in termination of a visit or denial of future visits.
Visits may be contact, or non-contact as determined by the Unit Treatment team and/or Security personnel.
All visitors must check in to the designated visit area and must provide picture identification, such as a driver’s license.
No
visitor shall be allowed in the
All items are to be shown to the visitation officer prior to the start of visits.
NO item shall be handed from a visitor to a resident.
Cash, checks, and/or money orders, cannot be accepted and must be sent through the US Postal Service. ALL items must be presented to, and approved by a staff member using appropriate channels.
All residents shall be escorted to and from the visit area. All residents and their visitors must remain in the visiting area.
Bathrooms in the visit area are for visitor use only.
Visitors should plan to arrive at least fifteen minutes prior to the scheduled visit time.
Tobacco use is prohibited inside the facility and on the grounds.
No photographs shall be taken during the visit.
If
any resident or visitor exhibits behavior which is disruptive or
inappropriate, including excessive physical contact, or otherwise is a
threat to the good order of the
Visitors shall be scanned with a metal detector, and may be subject to search (including their vehicle) when staff has reason to suspect that a visitor may be carrying contraband. If a visitor refuses a search, they will be removed from the facility, escorted off facility grounds, and future-visiting privileges may be revoked.
Under no circumstances shall a visitor for one resident be allowed to communicate with any other visitor or resident during the visit.
Loud and/or profane language is NOT allowed.
Visitors shall leave all handbags, suitcases, and other items not necessary during visits locked in their automobiles. The facility will not assume the responsibility for visitors’ personal effects.
All visitors who leave the Visiting Room must go directly to their vehicle.
The
Visitors need to call 285-0880 on
Mondays and Wednesdays between
Visitation days and times at the
Detention Unit: Saturday
and Sunday
Committed Residents:
Tuesdays
Thursdays
Saturdays
Sundays
The Superintendent
or his/her designee will approve professional visits (such as Attorneys,
Social Workers, Juvenile Community Corrections Officers, DHS, Clergy, etc.)
Professionals can contact the Unit Social Worker and visit by appointment during
the scheduled business hours of
Residents
are not allowed to receive incoming calls and unless it is an emergency
situation, staff will not pass on messages.
If a parent or guardian needs to talk with someone, they should contact
the Unit Social Worker or Juvenile Program Specialist.
All residents receive an initial phone call (10 minutes) that does not go against the weekly phone call. Residents are expected to call collect, with the exception of their initial phone call. If no parent or legal guardian is available to accept the initial call then grandparents or other close adult family members are acceptable.
Calls to professionals such as Lawyers, Probation Officers, etc., need to be requested in writing and made during business hours. Calls to Lawyers will be collect calls.
MailResidents may not correspond with former residents or other incarcerated individuals, unless they are approved immediate family members. Envelopes and paper will be provided by the facility to all residents. Incoming personal mail is distributed on days that mail is delivered and is opened prior to distribution to remove any money or other items not permitted in the facility. Incoming legal mail will be opened in the presence of the resident.
All money will be counted, recorded, and placed in the resident’s account. Other items are placed in personal property or destroyed, as appropriate. All residents can send two letters at no charge on Sundays. General mail can be prohibited due to contraband, information related to criminal activity, violation of facility rules or risk of safety of the person sending the mail.
Residents are prohibited from receiving publications,
subscriptions, or mail order packages.
All residents are issued facility clothing and hygiene supplies upon
admission. Sneakers and shower shoes
are the only approved footwear in the facility.
Uniform
Standard
Daytime: Monday-Sunday
At minimum, all residents shall
be uniformed as follows:
Day Area of Units & Throughout Facility
·
Gray Shirt
·
Shoes/not flip-flops
·
Uniform Pants (Sweats if going to or coming from Gym)
Pod Area
·
T-Shirt
·
Sweat Pants/ Sweat Shorts
·
Flip-Flops
Recreation (Outside & Inside)
·
T-Shirt (Worn
Appropriately, I.e. Not bunched up exposing stomach)
·
Shoes/not flip-flops
·
Sweat Pants/Sweat Shorts/Uniform Pants
After Dinner (Pod & Unit)
·
T-Shirt
·
Flip-Flops
·
Sweat Pants/Sweat Shorts/Uniform Pants
After Dinner (Facility)
·
Gray Shirt
·
Shoes, No Flip-Flops. (Unless there is a documented need to
wear Flip-Flops to medical on the Medical restriction list)
·
Sweat Pants//Uniform Pants
Facility Events/Programs (Anytime & Anyday)
·
Gray Shirt
·
Shoes/not flip-flops
·
Uniform Pants
All personal property is placed in a personal property envelope and either given to parents and/or guardians at their first visit or returned upon discharge. All personal clothing is stored in the personal property room after being laundered. Money is applied to an account.
Unless otherwise noted, all residents need to lock-in and stand for Formal Counts. For Informal Counts, residents remain as they are.)
6:15-6:30 Formal Count
(Residents may
be restricted from items on this list due to Safety & Security concerns,
Assigned Housing Unit, UTT Recommendation, and Phase & Level)
Any items not on this list are considered contraband and contraband will be confiscated when found.
Residents are subject to searches at any time.
Trading of items is strictly prohibited.
The following items may be allowed
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Item |
Description |
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State-Issued Property |
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Religious Writings |
Chaplain’s Discretion |
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Books/Magazines |
From Library |
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Medical Items |
Medical Department’s Discretion |
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Pictures |
Number depends on Level, No Polaroids, No frames, Size Limit: 5x7” |
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Writings, Drawings |
Must be Appropriate, Must Fit in Shoebox and/or Folder* |
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Personal Sneakers |
No Steel Toes |
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Notebook |
Limit of 1, No Spirals |
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Personal Hygiene Items (Limit of 1 each) |
Facility Issued or Canteen Purchased Only |
|
Playing Cards |
Limit of 1Deck |
*All
personal photographs, resident writings, drawings, sketches, and letters must
fit in a combined space of the size of a shoebox and/or one issued folder.
The following items may
be allowed in a resident’s Personal Property Locker
to be accessed on Pass/Leave, Work Assignments, Job Interviews, or Religious
Services.
|
Personal Clothing (1 set) |
Appropriate for Weather |
|
Religious Items |
Chaplain’s Discretion |
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Boots (1 pair) |
Per Work Assignment |
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Dress Shoes (1 pair) |
If Applicable for Court or Job Interviews |
“I’m
just a little bit not feeling on the well side.”
Residents are given a complete physical examination upon admission to the facility.
Medical
staff is available 24 hours a day. Our own doctor is available once a week to
give physicals to newly committed residents and to see residents who have
problems that might need more care. He
or his coverage is available to consult by phone after hours as well.
Physicians-in-training and nurse practitioners will also participate, under the
doctor’s supervision, in providing care to residents. Interns, at times,
assist with physicals and with the needs of the female residents. Any resident
wishing medical attention must fill out a sick call slip and place it in the
sick call box. Sick call is done
once a day.
Residents are not permitted to have or use medication unless it has been authorized or prescribed by the facility’s Medical Department.
Emergency medical/dental services are provided as needed.
The psychology staff at MVYDC serve to develop an understanding of psychological issues residents may have, and use those understandings to develop treatment plans and goals that will help residents be as successful as possible in the program and in the community.
Psychology staff perform psychological tests to identify strengths or problems a resident may have in intellectual and personality functioning. This testing is done during the first month, in the Assessment and Orientation Unit; to help identify a resident’s needs and develop treatment plans.
Psychology staff also provide psychotherapy, sometimes individually and sometimes in groups, where it is likely to be helpful.. Psychology staff are also available to help if a resident has a mental health crisis and is extremely distressed or unable to function, or if some new psychological problem arises during the resident’s stay in the program.
Residents wishing to access additional psychological services should fill out a Request for Services-Information form and give it to their unit Social Worker.
Each resident will receive social services from an assigned Social Worker on an individual and group basis. The Social Worker is here to help residents resolve problems and provide support. The Social Worker is also one of the contact persons for families, the Department of Human Services, Juvenile Community Corrections Officers and other providers. The Social Worker is a member of the Unit Treatment Team and will meet with each resident on a regular basis. Residents may ask to meet with the Social Worker at other times by submitting a written request. The Social Worker will be an integral part of planning for community re-integration and necessary services.
The school offers approved classes so that credit towards graduation may be earned and sent to schools the resident may attend once released from this facility. We believe that everyone can learn and that “it is not how smart you are, but how you are smart.” Considering the multi-intelligence factor and learning styles, residents will be engaged in “hands-on” learning activities to prepare them for further education or the work force.
During the first few days at the
Each resident will have an opportunity to take some vocational classes that will help to determine career interests and skills that will be helpful in the future. We also offer a mountaineering program and other interesting programs to fit the needs of the residents.
All residents may utilize the library to check out books. Residents are expected to handle all materials appropriately and will be held responsible for any damages.
Residents will be able to participate in a wide variety of activities. These activities are part of the facilities youth development program. Activities take place daily, either during the regular school day or during the evening hours and on weekends. Staff will encourage individual skill development through physical fitness. The programs will be structured and planned by the facility’s Recreation Supervisor who will assure residents an equal opportunity for recreational activities.
The Recreation Supervisor and
the Juvenile Program Specialist/Workers will ensure that the proper safety
procedures are followed at all times and that all equipment is used properly and
in its intended manner.
Canteen
Canteen
Services are offered to Residents at
Certain restrictions or provisions may apply, as outlined below:
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Canteen will be withheld from any
resident on unit, room, or pod restriction.
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Swapping or giving of canteen items
is prohibited.
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Canteen items can be restricted or
denied for medical reasons, as designated by the Medical Staff Office.
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There is no monetary limit on
ordering canteen items, however, residents are limited as to the number of items
they may order.
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Residents will be allowed canteen
outside of scheduled times if they were participating in a scheduled event,
meeting, group activity, etc. Residents
will be given an opportunity for canteen when they return to the unit.
Canteen item
orders will be turned in on Monday and Thursday before bedtime, for delivery on
Tuesday and Friday. Hygiene items may be available through canteen and do not
count toward the item limit. Hygiene
items may be ordered only when a resident has run out of the item.
No resident will be allowed to possess more than one of the same hygiene
product.
The Office of Volunteer Services provides many services to
residents. It matches both men and women from communities with boys and girls at
Tutors: Tutors are available for residents having trouble with school subjects and/or for those who have gaps in learning. The Principal and the Chief of Volunteer Services can arrange for an experienced tutor to assist a resident.
Mentors: Mentors are available to residents and may visit weekly to play games, share hobbies, and assist in other ways. Residents interested in having a Tutor/Mentor should express their interest through the unit Social Worker.
Other Services: Residents needing clothing for a Pass/Leave, interview, and/or court, who have no other means of obtaining them, should speak to the unit Social Worker about the clothing room.
Religious
Services
Religious services are offered to all residents. All program times and Bible class schedules are posted within the facility. Requests for religious services other than those posted, need to be in writing on a request form. The Chaplain is available for one-on-one meeting times during the week, per written request. The Chaplain is also responsible for all religious materials and artifacts. These will be reviewed and distributed per request, and as needed.
The Advocate works to
make sure the rights and dignity of residents at
If
a resident wishes to speak with the Advocate they should write their name
on a plain piece of paper and place it in a sealed envelope addressed to the
Advocate. Residents may write more if they wish but it is not necessary.
Residents will be assigned cleaning duties in the unit. Residents are required to shower during scheduled shower times, and maintain a clean and neat appearance while at the facility. Residents will be responsible for doing their own laundry according to their housing unit laundry schedule. Residents may be subject to discipline or other administrative actions for violating rules regarding safety, sanitation, and/or health.
Haircuts: Each resident will have the opportunity to receive a free haircut at least once every two months. Additional haircuts can be received at the resident’s expense. Residents need to complete a Request for Haircut form if they want a haircut and will be placed on the list according to the date the request is received. Hair care service times will be posted in each block.
Daily
Room Inspections: Resident rooms will be
inspected every day for cleanliness and neatness. The resident(s) assigned to
the room are responsible for having the room ready for inspection no matter what
their status. Resident(s) assigned to the room are responsible for any
unauthorized items found.
Room Inspection Standard
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Nothing in windows
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Nothing attached to, or hanging from,
walls, lights, ceiling, door, fixtures, etc.
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Bed made – neat in appearance, not
looking for military style
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Clothes/personal items orderly
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Residents may hang personal
photos only under the shelf.
All residents
are expected to keep their rooms neat and orderly at all times.
This includes
cleaning windows & doors, sweeping the floor, keeping the walls, ceiling,
bed, desk, etc. free of markings. Failure to do so will result in a “u” at
inspection time. Defacing property will result in further discipline.
Respect the rights of others
No Gang-related/Hate related signs, symbols, graffiti, or clothing are allowed
No actions, pictures, signs, symbols, etc., which promote violence, drugs, and/or disrespect are allowed
No physical contact, other than a handshake, is allowed with other residents and staff
Show respect for and follow the directions of all staff
Treat the building and equipment properly
Keep the rooms clean, neat, and orderly
Maintain personal hygiene
Take part in all required activities
Carry behavior sheets as directed
No communication between units. No waving, talking, or passing notes, including pictures, drawings, or other forms of communications
Residents’ hands will be behind their back when walking outside their housing unit
Dining Rules
Each block will enter the dining area as a group and leave as a group
Do
not eat any food or drink before seated
Sit at your assigned table after receiving your meal
When your table has finished eating, as directed by staff, go quietly to empty trays
No visiting or talking between tables (you may talk quietly with residents at your own table)
No swapping of food items
Proper manners and treatment of food will be demonstrated at all meals
Do not tamper with the trays of others
No food or utensils are to leave the dining area
Hands must be behind your back except when you are carrying a tray
General
Housing Area Rules
(Unit
Specific Rules Are Posted in Each Unit)
Get out of bed on first call
Allow other residents to complete their personal hygiene needs without interference
Residents are not allowed in other residents’ rooms
No use of call boxes except in an emergency
No sitting on tables
Residents must stand in front of cell doors during formal counts
Exhibit good sportsmanship at all times. No inappropriate physical contact related to sporting activity
Treat all equipment with care and do not deliberately misuse or destroy
Leave the gym or recreational area in an orderly fashion and at the designated time
Do not touch or lean on the fence while outside
You must remain in direct supervision of staff at all times
In moving from one area to another, outside the living area, walk in a single file in an orderly fashion, with hands clasped behind back
During movement, there will be no talking, horseplay, or disruptive behavior
No running in the hallways
Discipline is necessary, not only to maintain control and security, but also to provide a safe, sound, and civilized environment. Disciplinary actions may restrict any activity or privilege. All disciplinary action will be reviewed weekly.
Minor Violation: A violation of any facility rule
Major Violation: A violation of any of the following
and/or a criminal offense under
Any act which jeopardizes safety and security to the institution
Any act that jeopardizes the safety of self and others
Destruction of property
Disruption to the operation of the facility
Escape or attempted escapes
Any act that results or could result in injury to self or others
Theft, possession of contraband, or any criminal activity
Sexual activity or contact of any kind
Intimidating, threatening, harassing, or coercion to any person
Willful refusal to follow a lawful order or directive
Gang related activity or article
Residents may file a Grievance and request an administrative review of policies, actions, decisions, and conditions, which they feel is unfair, violates his/her rights or is in violation of departmental Policies/Procedures without fear of reprisal.
Exceptions: Decisions made by:
1. Classification/UTT
2. Disciplinary Board/Hearings
3. Leave Requests
The
resident must use the Appeal Process to request a review of these decisions.
If a resident believes they have a Grievance, staff or the Advocate will assist them in filling out the appropriate forms. . If the resident does not understand the process, staff or the Advocate will explain it to them.
The resident must follow the Grievance Process; a copy is available for reading in each Housing Unit.
If the Commissioner of Corrections determines that a Resident is abusing the grievance process and the grievance{s} is frivolous, {silly, not serious} the Commissioner may suspend the resident’s use of the grievance process for up to 90- days. When the Commissioner suspends the resident’s grievance privilege, the resident will be notified in writing.
If a resident knowingly makes a false statement in a grievance, appeal, or other official report, disciplinary action may be taken against the resident including criminal prosecution.
In the event of a fire or other emergency, it is extremely important that you follow all staff directives and remain silent. Familiarize yourself with the evacuation plans in each housing area.