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I knew a CO who would strip search an inmate with his bare hands. I about had a fit every time he did that by telling him that every disease known to man is in a jail and why in the hell would you do that when we have gloves?.. full thread

Despite the best efforts of corrections officials, inmates are finding more creative ways of reaching out from their cells and carrying out crimes or intimidation beyond the prison walls. While there are many ways in which prisoners can extend their reach, such as communicating via visitors or notes hidden in legal letters, one of the most common is through the use of contraband cell phones... full story

Also this week:

• Ethics and Heroes
• Bringing Sustainability to Correctional Facilities
• John’s Very Bad Day at Work
• Archbishop of San Antonio Celebrates Christmas Mass with Inmates

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• December – Ethics & Heroes – Coverage of Ethics issues and stories of heroes in corrections editor@corrections.com]

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An applicant must have on file documentation that the applicant meets the following standards: a high school diploma from an accredited high school or a high school equivalency certificate (GED) and meet all other requirements listed on the current “Statement of Qualifications” sheet which must be signed by each job applicant. Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, departments and the general public...

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events

• Jan 22-27, 2016 – American Correctional Association (ACA) 2016 Winter Conference
• Apr 09-12, 2016 – Spring Conference on Correctional Health Care
• Apr 12-16, 2016 – 2016 NAAWS Training Conference
• May 05-06, 2016 – Seattle, WA: Breakthrough Strategies to Teach and Counsel Troubled Youth
• Oct 13-14, 2016 – Portland, OR: Breakthrough Strategies for Working with Troubled Youth

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• Spectrum's President and CEO Recognized by the National Council for Behavioral Health for Visionary Leadership
• Spectrum Hires New Executive Director to Lead Rapidly Growing Inpatient and Residential Division
• BI Incorporated agreement with U.S. Communities allows cities, counties and states access to electronic monitoring products, services at best value
• 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
• BI Incorporated selected to operate Calaveras County Innovative Day Reporting Program for Probationers
• Wexford Health promotes senior management team members
• Matt Swando Named Divisional Vice President of BI Incorporated
• GTL Houston Expansion Project Reflects Continued Commitment to Best-in-Class Data Center Infrastructure
• Orange County, California Awards ITS Contract to GTL
• Assessing whether an electronic monitoring program is right for you
• GTL Sets Annual Record for Visitation Management: Leads Industry in Combining In-Person and Video Visitation Technology

quote of the week

"I learned the value of hard work by working hard."
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