{"title":"Flyers, fighters, and freezers: how formerly incarcerated women coped with reentry and the job search during the COVID-19 pandemic","authors":"Brittany Ripper","doi":"10.1080/10509674.2023.2182865","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10509674.2023.2182865","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract This study examines how formerly incarcerated women coped with reentry and employment challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Fifteen women were interviewed during and after their stay at a halfway house beginning in March 2020. The primary challenges women faced due to the pandemic were social isolation due to quarantine and the inability to seek employment due to public health concerns. Women coped with the pandemic by either (1) leaving the halfway house, (2) remaining in the halfway house and engaging in healthy coping strategies, or (3) remaining in the halfway house without improving or regressing. I categorize women into the following groups based on these coping styles: flyers, fighters, and freezers.","PeriodicalId":46878,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Offender Rehabilitation","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2023-03-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"44319679","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Coaching sports in prison: coaches’ experiences","authors":"P. Wicker, Lara Lesch, B. Gröben, M. Dransmann","doi":"10.1080/10509674.2022.2160038","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10509674.2022.2160038","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Participation in sport can be a way to facilitate offender rehabilitation. Previous research has mainly studied outcomes of sport participation for inmates, largely neglecting the coaches providing such sport programs. This study examines the experiences that coaches describe about coaching sports programs in prison and seeks to identify similarities and differences coaches perceive between coaching sports in prison and coaching sports in other settings. The reflection protocols of five coaches were analyzed using qualitative, thematic content analysis, yielding four themes (plus sub-themes): Expectations (assumptions and approaches, role of own personality and performance); relationship with participants of the sports program (naming of participants, social relationships with participants); similarities with training groups in other settings (motivation of participants, training atmosphere); and differences to other settings (dealing with physical weakness, external disturbance sources, demands on coaches). The findings suggest that specific training is necessary to adequately prepare coaches for providing sports programs in prison.","PeriodicalId":46878,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Offender Rehabilitation","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2023-01-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41358560","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Megan R. Hicks, Laine Putans, Erin B. Comartin, Amanda Burgess-Proctor, Sheryl P. Kubiak
{"title":"Women’s experiences in mental health jail intervention programs","authors":"Megan R. Hicks, Laine Putans, Erin B. Comartin, Amanda Burgess-Proctor, Sheryl P. Kubiak","doi":"10.1080/10509674.2022.2161691","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10509674.2022.2161691","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Although women in jail are the fastest-growing correctional population in the United States and research suggests that gender, race, and ethnicity predict the experiences of incarcerated people, scant research has addressed the experiences of women in jail. The current study analyzed bivariate statistics (Pearson’s chi-squares and independent-samples t tests) in two studies to highlight differences in mental health needs, jail-based processes, and mental health jail interventions (MHJIs) between Women of Color (WoC) and White Women (WW). Findings show important differences exist among WW and WoC. For example, we found WW were more likely than WoC to receive past mental health treatment and to be currently taking medications for a mental health diagnosis. Additionally, compared to WW, WoC are more likely to participate in MHJI programs in metropolitan counties and received more mental health services in the pre-period. Interventions designed to reduce recidivism should be designed with these differences in mind.","PeriodicalId":46878,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Offender Rehabilitation","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2023-01-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"43318297","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Training community supervision officers in the risk-need-responsivity model of offender rehabilitation: a review and implications","authors":"J. Bonta","doi":"10.1080/10509674.2022.2158986","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10509674.2022.2158986","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract The premier paradigm of offender rehabilitation is the Risk-Need-Responsivity (RNR) model and several training programs for community corrections officers to better apply the RNR principles have been developed. This article summarizes and critiques three major training models: STICS, EPICS, and STARR. Furthermore, lessons are drawn from the research to guide further improvements in the training of community correctional staff. The community supervision of persons in conflict with the law is one of the most widely used correctional sanctions in North America and yet, its effectiveness in reducing recidivism is questionable. The review of training programs that capitalize on the RNR model shows that community supervision can lead to changes in officer behavior and reduced recidivism. However, to achieve promising results modifications to the training and to the agencies that adopt such training programs are necessary.","PeriodicalId":46878,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Offender Rehabilitation","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2023-01-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41926990","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Reentry support in Victoria, Australia: managing risk, or fostering agency?","authors":"K. Kennedy, L. Sandy, M. Martinovic","doi":"10.1080/10509674.2022.2158984","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10509674.2022.2158984","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract More than half of Australia’s prison population have experienced prior incarceration. Factors such as homelessness, mental illness, and poverty compound the challenges of reentry. Reentry support in Victoria, Australia is state funded, yet delivered via three non-governmental organizations. In this article we explore practitioners’ experiences of working with people who were incarcerated in the liminal phase of reentry—where one is neither prisoner nor citizen but in-between. Practitioners reported trust and rapport are the central pillars of practice and choose to utilize strengths-based approaches instead of risk-based approaches, but felt that service brokerage is impeded by associated professionals’ concerns around risk.","PeriodicalId":46878,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Offender Rehabilitation","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2023-01-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"42201793","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
C. Allan, Georgia M. Winters, Rasmus F. Grydehøj, E. Jeglic, Cynthia Calkins
{"title":"Perspectives of reentry and desistance: a comparison of individuals convicted of general and sexual offenses","authors":"C. Allan, Georgia M. Winters, Rasmus F. Grydehøj, E. Jeglic, Cynthia Calkins","doi":"10.1080/10509674.2022.2158983","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10509674.2022.2158983","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract While there is a wealth of literature on recidivism following release from correctional facilities, it remains unclear whether this desistance process varies across offender types. Specifically, individuals convicted of sexual offenses (ICSOs) may face unique challenges upon return to the community and thus, it is important to explore how ICSOs plans for transitioning to the community and remaining crime free differ from individuals convicted of general (non-sexual) offenses’(ICGOs). To this end, the present mixed-methods study aimed to explore both ICSOs and ICGOs perceptions of reentry and desistance upon release from prison. A sample of male ICGOs (n = 139) and ICSOs (n = 106) nearing release from a maximum-security prison were interviewed about their crimes and expectations upon release. Overall, ICSOs and ICGOs reported similar levels of preparedness for reentry and obstacles to desistence (e.g., negative influences, employment/schooling). However, ICSOs anticipated difficulty complying with restrictions, which may be a result of the unique legislation they are subject to upon release. Overall, this study sheds light on the importance of programming and transition services to prepare those being released from correctional facilities for reentry, particularly those convicted of a sexual offense who may face additional barriers when returning to their communities.","PeriodicalId":46878,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Offender Rehabilitation","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2023-01-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46225606","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Frontline workers’ perceptions of youth with mental health issues at a residential treatment facility","authors":"S. Kuehn, Taylor Shay, Adony Pierre-Louis","doi":"10.1080/10509674.2022.2158985","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10509674.2022.2158985","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Despite the growing number of youths with mental health needs entering the juvenile justice system, few studies have been conducted on direct care workers’ (DCW) perceptions of youth with mental health issues. This study examined the perceptions of DCW at an all-male juvenile residential treatment facility for at-risk youth. Specifically, the study used both quantitative and qualitative techniques to survey DCW on their perceptions of youth with and without mental health issues, as well as their work with both populations. The findings suggest that DCW perceive youth with mental health issues less favorably than youth without mental health issues. They also report their work performance to be less effective with youth mental health issues compared to their work with youth without mental health issues. DCW further suggest more resources and training for work with youth who have severe mental health issues, to properly address their needs.","PeriodicalId":46878,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Offender Rehabilitation","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2023-01-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"43542443","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Elizabeth C Danielson, Matthew J Smith, Brittany Ross, Brittani Parham, Jennifer E Johnson, Gary S Cuddeback, Justin D Smith, Dean McGregor, Aaron Suganuma, Neil Jordan
{"title":"Implementation Preparation Costs of Virtual Reality Job Interview Training in Prisons: A Budget Impact Analysis.","authors":"Elizabeth C Danielson, Matthew J Smith, Brittany Ross, Brittani Parham, Jennifer E Johnson, Gary S Cuddeback, Justin D Smith, Dean McGregor, Aaron Suganuma, Neil Jordan","doi":"10.1080/10509674.2022.2160040","DOIUrl":"10.1080/10509674.2022.2160040","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Virtual Reality Job Interview Training (VR-JIT) has increased employment rates for returning citizens when added to a successful prison-based employment readiness program. However, implementation preparation cost-expenses prior to offering VR-JIT to intended recipients-is unknown. We estimated the cost of implementation preparation activities (e.g., organizing workflow) for two prisons to deliver VR-JIT. We conducted a budget impact analysis and enumerated the labor costs incurred during this important stage of implementation. Labor costs were approximately $8,847 per prison. Our sensitivity analysis estimated the labor costs to replicate this effort in a new prison to range from $2,877 to $4,306 per prison. Thus, VR-JIT may be an affordable tool for prison-based employment readiness programs to improve gainful employment.</p>","PeriodicalId":46878,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Offender Rehabilitation","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10961941/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"48044115","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Stacy R Ryan-Pettes, Meghan Morrison, Jeff Randall, Colleen Halliday, David M Ledgerwood, Phillippe B Cunningham
{"title":"Juvenile Probation Officer Perception of Contingency Management to Target Caregiver Engagement and Training Outcomes.","authors":"Stacy R Ryan-Pettes, Meghan Morrison, Jeff Randall, Colleen Halliday, David M Ledgerwood, Phillippe B Cunningham","doi":"10.1080/10509674.2023.2213692","DOIUrl":"10.1080/10509674.2023.2213692","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Few community-based substance use treatment programs are available or skilled in treating justice-involved youth, highlighting the need to equip juvenile probation officers with the skills to deliver evidence-based substance use treatment. Contingency management (CM) is evidence-based for treating substance use and shows promise for juvenile probation officers' successful uptake (positive opinions and trainability). However, research has not examined whether probation officers' positive beliefs and trainability generalize to target behaviors beyond those displayed by youth, but that nevertheless affect youth outcomes. This study examined probation officers' perceptions of using CM to engage caregivers and assessed probation officers' CM knowledge and CM delivery after training in a protocol-specific CM program for caregivers of substance-using youth on probation. Results showed probation officers were ambivalent about CM for caregivers. Results also showed that age, training format and how competency is assessed may be essential to consider. Implications for the dissemination of CM and future research are discussed.</p>","PeriodicalId":46878,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Offender Rehabilitation","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10688515/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"45984761","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Bruce D. Friedman, Nada J. Yorke, Katya Compian, Deanna Arner Lazaro
{"title":"A multimodal approach to reduce attrition, recidivism, and denial in abuser intervention programs","authors":"Bruce D. Friedman, Nada J. Yorke, Katya Compian, Deanna Arner Lazaro","doi":"10.1080/10509674.2022.2128152","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10509674.2022.2128152","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract This study presents findings from a community-based organization (CBO) intimate partner abuser intervention pilot project. The project demonstrated outcomes for high program retention, low recidivism for new domestic-violence arrests, and discernible cognitive change in reductions of denial and increased acceptance of personal responsibility for acts of interpersonal abuse. Thirty-two participants of the cohort (N = 47) finished the 52-week program. Thirty-months post-intake revealed one program completer was arrested for new domestic violence charges. During that same time frame, five of the fifteen non-completers were rearrested for new domestic violence charges. The program used a 52-session multimodal curriculum designed with evidence-based clinical interventions, adult learning strategies, and Risk/Needs/Responsivity (RNR) principles. The CBO received funding from a private Christian foundation to provide the classes free of charge to all participants who were either voluntary (N = 2) or mandated (N = 45). A repeated measurement design evaluated participant’s cognitive changes and acceptance of personal responsibility at intake and 14-weeks after starting the program. Both victim and participant self-assessments of perceived cognitive change were obtained during and after program completion.","PeriodicalId":46878,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Offender Rehabilitation","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2022-10-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"48217708","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}