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Succeeding in Less Restrictive Housing |
Treatment offered in the Restrictive Housing Units that discusses motivations for personal change, cognitive distortions, risk factors for institutional violence, and relapse prevention planning.
Need addressed: Mental Health
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Clinical Treatment |
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Acute/Sub-Acute Mental Health Unit (A/SAMHU) |
Highly structured treatment for individuals who are experiencing acute/debilitating distress, impairment in functioning, are actively psychotic, unable to participate in assessment, have diminished ability for self care, or who present with acute danger to self or others. .
Need addressed: Mental Health
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Clinical Treatment |
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Violence Reduction Treatment*** |
The Violence Reduction Treatment is an intensive treatment recommendation for individuals at high risk for violent re-offense. Incarcerated individuals with a high risk to re-offend may include those with strong antisocial beliefs or lifestyle, evidence of psychopathy, and/or instrumental violence.
Needs Addressed: Aggression, Attitudes/Behavior
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Clinical Treatment |
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Intensive Outpatient Substance Use Program (IOP) |
Drug and alcohol treatment that is on the treatment continuum beneath residential.
Needs addressed: Substance abuse
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Clinical Treatment |
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Interpersonal Problem Solving Group |
Clinical treatment in Long Term Restrictive Housing that helps participants to develop problem-solving skills.
Need addressed: Mental Health
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Clinical Treatment |
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Longer Term Restrictive Housing Mental Health Group |
Individual correspondence based material focused on teaching cognitive behavioral skills that reflect personal values.
Need addressed: Attitudes/behavior
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Clinical Treatment |
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Violence Reduction Aftercare |
Follow up to the Violence Reduction Program
Need addressed: Attitude/Behavior
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Clinical Treatment |
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Mental Health Group |
Addresses mental health needs.
Need addressed: Mental Health.
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Clinical Treatment |
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Mental Health Outpatient Services |
Provides general, individual therapy.
Need addressed: Mental Health.
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Clinical Treatment |
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Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment that helps participants develop mindfulness-based coping skills to decrease suicidal and self-harming behaviors.
Needs Addressed: Mental Health
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Clinical Treatment |
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Major Mental Health Group |
Addresses mental health issues with those who have significant mental health challenges.
Need addressed: Mental health.
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Clinical Treatment |
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Anger Management High Risk/Need |
Anger Management High Risk/Need: This treatment provides instruction and practice on basic anger control strategies in a group facilitated by clinicians.
Needs Addressed: Attitudes; behavior; aggression, mental health
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Clinical Treatment |
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Seven Decision Group |
Long Term Restrictive Housing clinical group.
Need addressed: Mental Health
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Clinical Treatment |
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oHeLP Outpatient Sex Offender Program |
The Outpatient Healthy Lives Program is available to individuals who are assessed to be at a relatively moderate risk to sexually re-offend.
Need Addressed: Sex Offender
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Clinical Treatment |
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Residential Substance Use -90 |
Residential substance use program with a focus on cognitive restructureing, relapse prevention and reentry into the community.
Need addressed: Alcohol/drug addiction.
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Clinical Treatment |
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Destination Dads-Within My Reach |
Critical and concrete tools are provided which help participants improve interactions with those who matter in their lives. Subjects are knowing yourself first, smart love and making your own decisions.
Need addressed: Family
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Non-Clinical Programs |
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Community Justice Center Victims Impact/Empathy |
This program increases a participant's understanding of the harm/damages they caused their victims, communities and themselves. The program also provides an important life skill module that teaches how to become emotionally proficient, which translates into better decision making and reduced conflicts.
Needs Addressed: Attitudes; behavior, Life skills.
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Non-Clinical Programs |
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Restorative Justice Intervention Program |
This program, hosted by the Community Justice Center, emphasizes the importance of repairing harm caused by criminal behavior.
Need addressed: Pro-social; attitudes/behavior.
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Non-Clinical Programs |
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Domesti-PUPS |
Participants in Domesti-PUPS train dogs to become service animals for persons with disabilities, pet therapy programs, classroom dogs and education programs.
Needs addressed: Pro-social, attitude, behavior
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Non-Clinical Programs |
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The Challenge Program Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT) |
A cognitive behavioral program which leads to more successful decision making.
Needs Addressed: Attitudes; behavior.
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Non-Clinical Programs |
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Hustle 2.0 |
A trauma informed mail based correspondence program which explores entrepreneurship, healthy relationships, leadership, criminal thinking, employment, purposeful living, reentry, anger management, character development, victim awareness, persevering, and becoming the solution.
Needs addressed: Attitudes/behavior
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Non-Clinical Programs |
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Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT) |
MRT is an evidence-based, cognitive behavioral intervention which leads to enhanced moral reasoning, better decision making and more appropriate behavior.
Needs addressed: Attitudes, behavior.
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Non-Clinical Programs |
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Courage to Change |
A series of cognitive-behavioral interactive journals in which participants in Longer Term Restrictive Housing can address their individual problem areas based on a criminogenic risk and needs assessment.
Attitudes/Behavior
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Non-Clinical Programs |
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Thinking for a Change |
Thinking for a Change is a high-level cognitive behavioral program developed by the National Institute of Corrections. The program uses role playing to concentrate on changing the criminogenic thinking of offenders.
Needs addressed: Attitudes; behavior; family; friends; aggression.
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Non-Clinical Programs |
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Remodeling My House |
Restrictive Housing journaling that offers a creative way to examine one's personal story. Uses the exercises to express yourself, identify challenges and opportunities, and consider change.
Need addressed: Attitudes/behavior, family, outside interest
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Non-Clinical Programs |
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Victim Empathy |
Increases participant understanding of harm caused to victims and themselves; provides important life skills on how to be emptionally proficient, result in better decisions and reduced conflict.
Need address: Attitudes/Behavior, Aggression.
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Non-Clinical Programs |
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7 Habits on the Inside |
Developed by FranklinCovey in cooperation with the Colorado Department of Corrections, 7 Habits on the Inside uses the principles of the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, tailored for the incarcerated individual. The program seeks to empower individuals to manage their own lives in such a way as to be successful in prison and in the community and using the principles of integrity, proactivity, and other key skills. (12 weeks)
Needs Addressed: Attitudes/Behavior; Family; Employment; Life Skills
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Non-Clinical Programs |
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Destination Dads-Common Sense Parenting |
Provides parents with a menu of techniques that will aid them in building positive family relationships; preventing and correcting misbehavior; using consequences to improve behavior. Teaches self-control and how to stay calm.
Need addressed: Family
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Non-Clinical Programs |
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The Challenge Program Preparing for Change |
Helps participants progress from a precontemplative stage of change by challenging individuals to consider their future, potential obstacles to change, how change occurs, and what resources are available to navigate the change process.
Need Addresses: Attitudes/behavior
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Non-Clinical Programs |
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Destination Dads-Inside Out Dads |
Incarcerated fathers get tools they need to become more involved, responsible, and committed in the lives of their children.
Need addressed: Family
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Non-Clinical Programs |
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The Challenge Program Challenge Series |
Workbook based program
Need addressed: Attitudes/Behavior
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Non-Clinical Programs |
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Metro Community College (MCC) Core Courses (Credit) |
Completion of any 3 college credit courses.
Need addressed: Education/Employment/outside interest
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Education Programs |
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College correspondence |
Opportunity to pursue college coursework through individual and family support.
Need addressed: Education, employment.
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Education Programs |
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College Courses |
College courses are offered through various universities/colleges and correspondence courses. Currently, college classes are provided by grant funded providers and/or at the individual's own expense.
Needs Addressed: Education; employment; life skills; pro-social.
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Education Programs |
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Adult Basic Education |
Builds basic skills for GED testing, college readiness and/or skill development.
Need Addressed: Education
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Education Programs |
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ESL/ELL |
English as a second language (ESL) provides individuals with literacy support before Adult Basic Education
Needs addressed: Education; life skills
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Education Programs |
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High School Diploma |
NDCS operates its own school district with a high school. Students of all ages may attend high school classes. Individuals under 22 who have not graduated from high school are required to be in school. Students over 22 need to go through an application process.
Need addressed: Education.
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Education Programs |
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Adult Secondary Education (ASE) |
Assists students prepare for taking the high school equivalency test (GED).
Addresses Need Area: Education
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Education Programs |
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AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) |
AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) is an organization which encourages members to read, and listen at meetings using the program as an opportunity to face the truth and become accountable for their addiction to alcohol.
Need Addressed: Support for addiction and prosocial activity
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Pro-Social Activities |
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Narcotics Anonymous |
Narcotics Anonymous encourages its members to attend meetings, read and listen to speakers to face the truth and be accountable for their addictions.
Need addressed: Drug addiction support; pro-social/outside interest.
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Pro-Social Activities |
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Lifer's Club |
Addresses issues about incarcerated life and prison reform that participants are interested in or want to work on.
Need addressed: Outside interest.
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Pro-Social Activities |
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Sports/Recreation Activities |
A variety of activities that encourage health pastimes are offered at all facilities. Please check with recreational specialists for more information.
Needs addressed: Pro-social/outside interest; health.
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Pro-Social Activities |
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My Recovery Song Journal |
A Restrictive Housing program exploring substance abuse recovery with music by expressing thoughts, feelings and ideas.
Addressed need: drug/alcohol, outside interest
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Pro-Social Activities |
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Toastmasters |
Toastmasters empowers people to improve communication and leadership skills, find the courage to change, achieve their full potential, and realize their dreams.
Needs addressed: Pro-social; outside interest; attitude; behavior.
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Pro-Social Activities |
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Reading Selections and Thoughtful Responses |
Reading selections which explore topics of self-betterment and pro-social growth; accompanied by a series of thought provoking questions aimed at assisting in reading comprehension, retention and practical application of learned skills.
Needs addressed: Attitudes/behavior
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Pro-Social Activities |
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Veteran's Group |
The Veteran's Group aims to assist all veterans and honorary members, including veterans of the United States of America and its Allies Forces in addition to their dependents and the widows and orphans of deceased veterans. The group provides opportunities for veterans to find employment upon release.
Need Addressed: Employment
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Pro-Social Activities |
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Religious Classses and activities |
Variety of classes, workshops and religious services designed to help inmates with support and spiritual development.
Needs addressed: Pro-social, support.
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Pro-Social Activities |
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Intentional Peer Support |
This program allows individuals with similar life experiences to walk along side each other in supportive relationships.
Needs addressed: Attitudes/Behavior; Prosocial Activities
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Pro-Social Activities |
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7th Step |
7th Step is a self-betterment club which discusses and works on issues of interest such as drug use, family , anger, and other things that hold attendees back from their best selves.
Need Addressed: Support
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Pro-Social Activities |
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Discharge Planning |
Reentry specialists work with individuals to ensure a reentry plan is completed. The plan allows for a smooth transition to the community and focuses on housing, transportation, employment, education, and medical/mental health services as needed.
Need addressed: Re-entry
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Reentry Services |
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Assistance for Social Security Application |
Social workers provide assistance in obtaining and completing Social Security applications to individuals who qualify and are 90 days from discharge, post-release supervision or parole.
Need addressed: Re-entry for those who may qualify for Social Security benefits due to age or disability.
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Reentry Services |
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Reentry planning |
Clients develop comprehensive reentry plans that include housing/transitional living, employment/education, transportation, ID credentials, medical/mental and behavioral health treatment.
Need addressed: Reentry.
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Reentry Services |
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Sex Offender Registration Act (SORA) |
Designed to increase knowledge of sex offender registration laws, how to avoid registration violations and prepare for release with registration laws in mind.
Need addressed: reentry
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Reentry Services |
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Transition Services |
Transition Services are available to those transitioning to or from general population or protective management. Mental Health professionals may assists with these services.
Need Addressed: Mental Health
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Skilled Nursing Facility |
On-call Skilled Nursing Facilities manage crises dealing with medical emergencies, behavioral issues and suicide watches.
Needs addressed: Health and mental health.
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Clinical Treatment Programs |
See clinical programs list for more details.
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Crisis Intervention |
Provided on an as-needed basis, clinicians are available to assist individuals in a mental health crisis.
Needs Addressed: Mental health.
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Individual/Group Psychotherapy |
Licensed, clinical therapists provide one-on-one or group therapy sessions as needed.
Need addressed: mental health
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Risk Assessment/ Psychological Evaluations |
Risk Assessments and Psychological Evaluations provide diagnosis clarification, intelligence testing and Dementia screening.
Need addressed: Mental Health; education.
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Specialized Population Served |
Specialized Population Served offers services for inmates with mental illness or serious chronic medical conditions that are high risk and multi-needs.
Needs addressed: Health; mental health
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Social Work Services |
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Medical Services Coordination |
Social workers assist individuals with high medical needs to set appointments for medication management, healthcare and provide resources to obtain medical insurance upon release:
Needs addressed: Health, mental health, life skills, re-entry.
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Social Work Services |
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Specialized Housing Services |
Social workers provide assistance to individuals with high medical/mental health needs to obtain transitional living, assisted living or skilled nursing care, as needed.
Needs addressed: Re-entry
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Social Work Services |
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Community Coordination |
Social workers coordinate with a variety of community providers and agencies for mental health services, substance abuse treatment and medical services. Providers include the Veteran's Administration, DHHS, treatment agencies, private practice and non-profit organizations.
Needs Addressed: Housing, medical, mental health, basic needs, re-entry.
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Social Work Services |
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Living Needs |
Social workers assist individuals with high medical/mental health needs to find clothing resources, apply for benefits or general assistance and other life needs.
Needs addressed: Social work services.
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Social Work Services |
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Career Readiness |
Helps individuals identify a specific career path; learn professional and personal skills to assist them in getting a job.
Need addressed: Employment
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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Electrical |
Coursework involves classroom and Project based learning. Instruction includes care and use of tools, safety, work habits, fundamental math, and communication skills. Application acceptance and GED required.
Need addressed: Employment
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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RISE |
This program targets entrepreneurial-minded individuals and offers intensive leadership development, business plan competitions, executive mentoring, financial investment, and startup incubation.
Needs addressed: Life skills; employment, reentry
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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Forklift Certification |
Training in how to use and operate a forklift.
Need addressed: Employment
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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Alpha |
Alpha promotes daily living skills and encourages character development. All classes are biblically based and open to anyone, regardless of religious affiliation. The program includes lessons on addiction prevention, understanding marriage, understanding parenthood and managing finances.
Needs Addressed: Attitudes; behavior; life skills, family
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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Laundry Machine Mechanic |
Training in industrial mechanics
Needs Addressed: Employment
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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Materials Coordinator Apprenticeship |
Instruction and training in material handling including shipping and receiving.
Need addressed: Employment
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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Computer based Education and Training |
Certificate program utilizing tablets for improvement in academics and job training.
Need addressed: Education. employment
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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Health Course |
This program, delivered by a wellness expert, provides workshops on preventative health education and nutrition, such as Men's Birth Control; Date Abuse; Bullying; Gender Boxes; and Hygiene.
Need addressed: Health.
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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Metro Community College (MCC)-ACT National Career Readiness |
Measures/certifies skills needed for job success. Used by employers, educators and others to provide evidence that job seekers have the skills employers are looking for.
Need addressed: Vocational Life skills
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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Metro Community College (MCC) Orientation/Initial Communication |
Teaches and discusses career planning, program determination, scholarship information, registering for classes/training, financial aid/funding information, conducting assessments, creation of educational plans, and assists students with community resources referrals.
Needs addressed: Education, employment
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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ABC Applied Construction Math |
This program provides learning in the area of construction math such as division, decimals/percentages, reading measurements, calculating area, linear measures, angles, volume, solving for the unknown.
Need Addressed: Employment
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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Metro Community College (MCC) OSHA 10 or 30 Hour |
Comprehensive training in mandated job safety requirements and guidelines.
Need addressed: Employment
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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ABC OSHA General Industries |
This course provides entry-level information about employee rights; employer responsibilities; how to file a complaint; how to identify and prevent job related hazards.
Need Addressed: Employment
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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Mental Health Association (MHA) HOPE supported employment |
Helps people find competitive jobs that are based on the person's preferences and abilities, developing resumes, completing job applications, preparing for interviews.
Need addressed: employment
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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Mental Health Association Wellness and Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) |
Discusses deescalation; decision making and consequences; how trauma impacts; and how to overcome negative ways of dealing with stressful situations and crises. Need addressed: Life skills.
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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Department of Labor Workforce Development |
Helps participants develop a resume, prepare for interviews and work on job skills.
Need area addressed: Employment
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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Mental Health Association (MHA) Inmate Support |
Inmate support is provided inside NDCS facilities by Mental Health Association peers trained in Intentional Peer Support.
Needs addressed: Support
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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Associated Linen Management Certification |
Teaches skills in the area of laundry management.
Need Addressed: Employment
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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Furniture Finisher Apprenticeship |
Instruction and training in shaping, finishing, and refinishing damaged, warn or used furniture or new high grade furniture to specification.
Need Addressed: Employment
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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Mental Health Association (MHA) REAL Peer Outreach |
Provides ongoing community based support services to participants including advocating and supporting participants who want to find housing; referral and assistance obtaining other community services.
Needs addressed: support and life skills
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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Cabinet Maker Apprentice |
Apprenticeship for learning carpentry skills.
Need addressed: Employment
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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ABC Core Curriculum |
This program introduces basic construction safety; construction math, hand tools, power tools, construction drawing, rigging; communication skills; employability skills, and material handling.
Need addressed: Employment
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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RISE Continuing Education Program |
Continuing education for all RISE graduates.
Need Addressed: Employment and Reentry
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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ABC Virtual Electric |
Introduces concepts of basic electrical wiring, presented by classroom instruction, along with hands-on experience by working with virtual electrical panels.
Need addressed: Employment
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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Carpentry |
Classroom and Project based learning in the area of carpentry. Subjects include care and use of tools, safety, work habits, fundamental math, communication skills. Application acceptance and GED required.
Needs addressed: employment.
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
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ABC Construction: OSHA Construction |
This program provides an overview of safety applications on a construction site as well as training on governmental regulations.
Need Addressed: Employment
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Vocational/Life Skills Programs |
