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Back in 04 the difference was on the pay: the private companies paid more hourly and the benefits were in the form of stock in their respective companies as far as pension/retirement. Where they got themselves in trouble was the implied immunity from legal claims as I believe the state of Tennessee Supreme court ruled the private companies did not have qualified immunity... full thread

In life everything has a formula or some sort of foundation to reference something. Just like learning how to tie your shoes, write an essay, train a pet, and master a game. Builders can't build without a foundation and those seeking to advance in their career may not get there without the proper building blocks. Now it’s given people get to places occasionally by who they know, some have falsified resumes, and others have earned their keep... full story

Also this week:

• Involuntary Chemical Sedation – The Right Patient
• We Have Lost Power - Part 3: Direct Operations
• Off the Clock – What practitioners do in their spare time
• Correctional Officers – Writing a Mood Diary

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Jail Alternatives & Programs Manager

Plans, manages, and evaluates the operations of alternative sentencing programs offered through the Ada County Sheriff’s Office, and inmate reentry programs within the Ada County Jail; projects revenue, evaluates needs and monitors budgetary expenditures; guides others to achieve the goals and objectives of these programs; maintains relationships with local businesses, community organizations, law enforcement and judicial agencies...

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events

• Sep 12, 2014 –Early Education and Treatment for Mental Health, Substance Use Are Essential for Saving Lives
• Sep 14-17, 2014 –International Community Corrections Association (ICCA) 22nd Annual International Research Conference
• Sep 25-27, 2014 – Midwestern Criminal Justice Association (MCJA) 2014 Annual Meeting
• Sep 28-Oct 01, 2014 – The 2014 Women Working in Corrections and Juvenile Justice National Conference
• Oct 05-08, 2014 – International Association of Correctional Training Personnel Annual Trainers' Conference
• Oct 09-10, 2014 – Breakthrough Strategies to Teach and Counsel Troubled and Incarcerated Youth - Portland, OR
• Oct 18, 2014 – Building Unity: Saving Lives Restorative Justice Conference
• Oct 18-22, 2014 – National Conference on Correctional Health Care - Las Vegas, NV
• Nov 19-22, 2014 – American Society of Criminology (ASC) Annual Meeting

biz news

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• NaphCare Awarded New Contract to Provide Medical Services at FCI Bastrop
• BI Incorporated agreement with U.S. Communities allows cities, counties and states access to electronic monitoring products, services at best value
• NaphCare Works Alongside Newton County Detention Centers and Sheriff’s Department to Earn NCCHC Accreditation for Healthcare Standards
• NaphCare Awarded New Five-Year Agreement to Provide Services at FCI Elkton
• NaphCare Supports the Efforts of NAMI of Southern Nevada
• Corizon Raises Over $12,000 To Support Children Of Incarcerated Parents
• NaphCare’s New Partnership with the Oklahoma Department of Corrections
• Corizon Launches Social Media Initiative
• 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
• NaphCare Launches a New Website
• Corizon Announces New Clinical Risk Management Analyst
• Corizon Announces New Senior Vice President
• BI Incorporated selected to operate Calaveras County Innovative Day Reporting Program for Probationers

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" The only way to do great work is to love what you do. "
– Steve Jobs

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