Second Chance Reentry Initiative Mentoring Grant U.S. Dept. of Justice Office of Justice Programs Oct. 1, 2010 Sept. 30, 2012

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1 Second Chance Reentry Initiative Mentoring Grant U.S. Dept. of Justice Office of Justice Programs Oct. 1, 2010 Sept. 30, 2012

2 Organized meetings around the state to increase awareness of the need to reduce probation revocations and prison recidivism U.S. rates of incarceration highest of any developed country The revolving door syndrome: 2/3 of those released returned to prison within 3 years Negative impact on public safety Negative impact on inmates and their families Costly to the taxpayer Funding was not available to build prisons that would be needed if high rates of recidivism continued

3 Looked at reentry from national, state, and local perspectives Local stakeholders survey Two focus groups Findings: need to improve cooperation, communication, and collaboration between agencies accessibility to reentry services and resources

4 2006 Kansas Offender Risk Reduction and Reentry Plan cited as a success Reduced probation revocations by 21.9% Focused on increased supervision and services for high-risk offenders Funding reductions significantly reduced availability of funds for services in prisons

5 28.5% Revocation rate compared to Kansas state rate of 29.2 Reduction of 10.9% over 2006 baseline 25 th Judicial District did not meet their program goal of 25% reduction due to shortages of staff and funding

6 2009 Crossroads addiction & anger management classes in the jail funded by Alcohol Fund Advisory Committee 2009 Finney County Jail GED Computer Lab Garden City Community College Finney County Adult Learning Center Finney County Sheriff s Office Community Health Coalition Center for Children & Families 2010 Compassion Kansas Capacity Building Grant Provided technical assistance developing a long term financial plan Provided needed equipment and supplies

7 Funded by the U.S. Dept. of Justice Serves adult offenders in the Finney County Jail under parole or probation supervision before and after release Provides an alternative to prison for repeat offenders Requires participant s commitment to make a sincere effort toward positive change in their lives

8 Improve the administration of mentoring programs, including the expansion of mentoring strategies and program design Program Manager will deliver promotional presentations to local stakeholders to increase public awareness of the need for SCRIMP. Program Manager will recruit and train 20 new mentors in a two year period. Program Manager will report the number of mentors trained and retained to SOH BOD and to DOJ OJP twice annually.

9 Enhance and improve the organizational capacity, system efficiency, and cost effectiveness of SOH s mentoring program through training and technical assistance. Mentors will be supported by program staff Advocacy for needed services and resources MRT will provide opportunities to get to know other mentors and clients

10 Improve outcomes for offenders in mentoring programs by establishing and strengthening collaborative community approaches Participants will be supported by Case Manager Becky Patterson Will serve SCRIMP participants in a two-year period. Intake, assessment, & case management Individualized strengths-based case planning Periodic assessment to determine needs and progress Collaboration with supervision officers and MRT Facilitator Referrals to improve access to services and resources

11 SCRIMP participants will have significantly lower rates of probation/parole violations and revocations than those on parole or probation who do not participate. Participants are required to participate fully for at least 6 months and to be tracked for at least one year after program completion.

12 Catholic Social Services Mentor training on appropriate mentoring relationships Office space for Case Manager Meeting space Moral Reconation Therapy Within My Reach Community Corrections Mentor training on professionalism and ethics Access to staff Records for evaluation purposes Finney County Sheriff s Office Mentor training on jail rules and safety protocol Access to inmates Finney County Attorney s Office Mentor training on victims issues Garden City Community College Regional Prevention Center Transitional assistance with transfer of records and equipment loans First Christian Church Office space for Program Manager

13 Draws on strengths of individuals, their families and their communities Considers cultural backgrounds Builds on natural interactions between and within social networks Tested in the Navajo Nation and in Chicago public housing projects Ninety percent of participants resolved their medical service needs and eighty percent resolved their social service needs within six months of reentry.

14 Social skills classes twice weekly in the jail What a healthy relationship is and is not How adult and parental relationships affect children in the home Negative consequences of unhealthy relationships How to make good relationship decisions Family background patterns Communication skills Commitment and why it matters Infidelity and forgiveness Stepfamilies and the significance of fathers Self-esteem, social support, & financial independence

15 Weekly classes at Catholic Social Services Includes free lunch for participants and mentors Promotes honesty, integrity, accountability Confronts antisocial beliefs, attitudes and behaviors Builds peer support and reinforces positive behavior and habits Enhances self-concept and self-control Provides mentors with a safe, easy way to meet mentoring requirements

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17 Mentors communicate with mentees at least weekly, four to eight hours monthly for at least six months unless circumstances beyond their control prevent it Recommended length of the mentoring relationship is one year or more Up to three participants can be assigned per mentor if requested by mentor

18 Coordinated by Becky Upshaw Initial 6 hour training Additional training offered at 6 month intervals Information packet Application (paper or electronic) Jail policies and procedures SOH s history, mission, and vision, Information about local resources and services that may be helpful to clients

19 Personal growth and satisfaction New experiences and relationships Broader awareness and understanding of social problems Opportunities to learn The criminal justice system Local resources and services Community and faith-based organizations $30 Dillon's gift card monthly Free meal before together before MRT

20 Jail visits Encourage mentees to find productive ways to spend their time during incarceration Read inspirational or educational materials Participate in Bible studies or educational groups Visit the GED computer lab if appropriate Encourage connections with family MRT Probation or parole visits if possible Provide appropriate practical assistance Understanding and encouragement, moral support Help with job search Rides to job interviews and appointments if possible

21 Complete and return application (can be ed) Complete a KBI background check at \Sheriff s Office Interview with Program Manager Accompany SCRIMP Case Manager to the initial meeting with your assigned mentee Use provided forms to record mentoring activities Report mentoring activities to Program Manager monthly and collect your Dillon s gift card Attend Within My Reach, MRT, Seeds of Hope meetings, 12 Step meetings etc. with your mentee as your schedule allows

22 SCRIMP Program Manager Becky Upshaw (620) SCRIMP Case Manager Becky Patterson (620) (leave message) SOH Board President Sid Thomas (785)

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