Community Corrections & Reentry Flashcards
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The Second Chance Act of 2007 (P.L. 110-199) primarily authorized what type of federal support for reentry?
Answer: Grants to government agencies and nonprofits for reentry services, including housing, employment, and family programs
The Second Chance Act authorized federal grants to state, local, and tribal governments and nonprofits to improve reentry outcomes through housing, employment, mentoring, and substance abuse treatment.
When applying motivational interviewing (MI) techniques in a reentry supervision context, which core skill does a probation officer use when reflecting back what an offender says to build rapport and explore ambivalence?
Answer: Reflective listening
Reflective listening is a foundational MI skill in which the officer mirrors the offender's statements to demonstrate understanding, build rapport, and help the individual explore ambivalence about change.
A supervision officer receives information that a probationer has obtained new employment in violation of a special condition requiring employer approval. What should the officer do first?
Answer: Conduct a field contact to verify the information and discuss the condition with the probationer
Sound supervision practice requires verifying information and gathering facts through direct contact before taking formal action, ensuring a proportionate and accurate response.
What is the defining characteristic of 'restorative justice' programs used in community corrections?
Answer: Emphasis on repairing harm to victims and communities through offender accountability and dialogue
Restorative justice centers on repairing the harm caused by crime through processes such as victim-offender mediation, community conferencing, and restitution, rather than focusing solely on punishment.
In evaluating reentry program effectiveness, what does 'recidivism' most precisely mean in the research and policy context?
Answer: Re-arrest, reconviction, or reincarceration within a specified follow-up period
In corrections research, recidivism is typically defined as re-arrest, reconviction, or reincarceration within a defined follow-up period (commonly 3 years), and the measure used significantly affects outcome comparisons.
Which type of special condition of probation or parole most directly addresses the criminogenic need of 'antisocial peers'?
Answer: Prohibition on associating with known felons or gang members
A no-association condition targeting felons and gang members directly addresses the criminogenic need of antisocial peer associations, which is a strong predictor of reoffending.
A corrections manager is implementing a 'risk-needs-responsivity' (RNR) compliant supervision model. The 'responsivity principle' specifically directs staff to do what?
Answer: Match the style and mode of intervention to the offender's learning style, motivation, and individual strengths
The General Responsivity Principle requires that interventions use cognitive-behavioral approaches, while the Specific Responsivity Principle calls for matching delivery style to the offender's unique characteristics, culture, and learning style.