CJS 228 - Practices in Social Work and Counseling with Inmate Populations

3 credit hours - Three hours weekly; one term.
Examine the most effective approaches used in prisons to assist offenders with social, behavioral and psychological development. Begin with a historical explanation of philosophies and practices in correctional rehabilitation. Concludes by examining the effects of imprisonment on offenders and their families, including the impact on the quality of life and the potential for favorable transition back into the community. Study and engage in counseling techniques and social work practices for group, individual and family therapy for institutional compliance and aftercare programs.

Note: Credit will not be given for CJS 228 and also HUS 228.

Location(s) Typically Offered: Arnold Main Campus (MC) and Online (OL)

Term(s) Typically Offered: Fall

Course Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Describe rehabilitation in the context of inmate reform.
Outline the evolution of inmate rehabilitation.
Identify the leading practitioners and social periods that contributed to the theories in inmate rehabilitation.
Illustrate characteristics and treatment needs of inmate populations.
Analyze the most common effects imprisonment has on inmates, families, and the community.
Examine the legal aspects of inmate programming in counseling, education and human services.
Apply comprehensive case management techniques to assist inmates after release.
Design an effective treatment plan for inmate aftercare.
Apply the most effective and commonly used group and individual counseling techniques for various inmate populations.
Illustrate aspects of community corrections that specifically lend to the rehabilitation of inmates.