Fall 2008 Just 401 CCOONNTTEEMMPPOORRAARRYY CCOORRRREECCTTIIOONNAALL TTRREEAATTMMEENNTT MMEETTHHOODDSS TRUMAN STATE UNIVERSITY Days: Tues & Thurs/ Rm 2224 Barnett Hall Instructor: Andrea Rinkol Time: 1:30 pm-2:50 pm Office: Barnett Hall 2216 Email: [email protected] Office Hours: Mon, Wed & Fri (9 am -3 pm) Telephone: 785-4673 Tues & Thurs (3-4 pm) & By Appointment Text Book: (2004). Braswell, M., Lester, D., & Van Voorhis, P. Correctional counseling & rehabilitation, 5th edition. Course Description: This course is intended to provide an introduction and overview of the treatment modalities currently utilized in the field of corrections. Issues unique to a broad range of involuntary clients will also be addressed. This course is also intended to introduce you to several different types of “real world” community treatment methods and how to work with those agencies to provide the most effective treatment. We will also being doing several activities outside the classroom so be prepared for some fun and adventure! Objectives: 1. To encourage the student to develop a personal sense of what correctional counseling is about. 2. To help the student better understand the world of corrections through the eyes of the correctional counselor. 3. To help the student better understand that correctional counseling is more than learning about counseling techniques, it is also vitally involved with learning through experience; clarifying and developing one’s own feelings and beliefs concerning helping others, particularly offenders. Grading: Attendance & Participation 50 Grading Scale: Field Experience 100 A=90-100% Practical Application 150 B=80-89% Exams 350 C=70-79% Paper Assignments 200 D=60-69% 850 F=59% or below Extra Credit (maximum) 20~An opportunity for students to obtain extra credit to benefit their grade is available. These activities are optional and will be discussed through out the semester. Each activity is worth up to ten points with a total of twenty points available. An example of an extra credit assignment might include attending a lecture on crisis intervention being offered on campus or attending an OPEN NA or AA meeting here in town and providing a type written summarization and reaction to the information provided/experience had. All activities should be pre-approved by the instructor to ensure appropriateness for extra credit. Extra credit activities are due no later than December 2nds class period. Late Work: 10 pts off of grade per day late, after 8th day late it will be a zero. Attendance & Participation: Attendance is extremely important. To get the full experience and meet the objectives of this course, you need to attend all your scheduled classes. Approved absences will be considered for University-sponsored functions (mandatory tests, field trips, etc.) but it will be your responsibility to provide verification of that absence if you are requesting credit. Also, if you talk with me prior to the class period you plan to be absent if not school function related, possible arrangements can be made to make up any in class assignments missed. Class Structure: This class stresses active learning. Students will be involved in discussing, writing, researching, problem solving and presentation. For this to be successful, students must come to class prepared and ready to discuss assigned topics and readings. We also will be having guest speakers so I expect you to treat them with as much respect and professionalism as you will your classmates. We also will be taking tours out in the community. So please remember, these folks are taking time out of their day to accommodate us, so please give them your undivided attention, (i.e. no cell phone texting, ipods, etc.). I am firm believer in “there are no stupid questions”, so we will be creating an environment where anyone and everyone can feel comfortable asking questions and expressing their ideas. Field Experience: Students will be applying the theories and concepts discussed in class through a prearranged off-campus activity. This activity involves the development of one session of a psychoeducational group and then actually conducting the session with clients referred by a local agency. It is intended to provide personal experience with correctional programming as well additional insight into the Practical Application project. This activity is worth 100 points. You will choose a topic appropriate for your assigned population to present as an educational group. You will provide me a copy of an outline of the session, as well as, a copy of any materials you plan to present to the group or use in your session. For example if you give a pamphlet, I want a copy of that pamphlet. If you create a PowerPoint, I want a copy of that PowerPoint, etc. We will discuss this in more depth as the assignment approaches.Practical Application: The ability to understand and apply academic skill is vitally important in today’s workforce and this project will allow students an opportunity to do just that. Students will work in groups to develop a “program” to better increase the effectiveness of a service provided by a profession field discussed in this course (i.e., substance abuse treatment, rehab services in jails, outpatient services, individual therapy, etc). Student groups will be expected to meet with a professional working in that field and identify problem areas (keep track of all things discussed) currently needing attention. Each group will then research the designated problem area and develop a “program” that will address these needs. Each group will formally present their completed project to the professional, myself and your classmates at the end of the semester. This project is worth a maximum of 150 points. Exams: There will be a total of three examinations given that will include multiple choice, short answer questions, matching and essay questions (this does included the final). The final will be comprehensive and it is HIGHLY suggested that you keep all materials given to you throughout the semester as they will come in handy during your final. *If you have a special need addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act and need course materials in