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Our NDCS leadership trainings are a fantastic way for our #People to get to know leaders from facilities across the agency. These recent graduates of Leadership Academy spent a week learning alongside each other, forming connections they can take with them throughout their careers with NDCS. #Leadership

Learn more about this training on our social media platforms Facebook | Instagram |...Read more

Leadership Academy is not only a way for leaders to learn valuable tools, it’s also a chance to meet and collaborate with teammates from facilities across NDCS!

This cohort of NDCS teammates spent a week together walking through a variety of exercises and discussions aimed to help them unlock their leadership potential. From diving into their strengths to practicing effective ways of handling difficult conversations, graduates of the academy got hands-on experience learning the tools and skills that will elevate their leadership.

A big thanks to Professional Development Administrator Lindsey Carter, who...Read more

“Don’t wait for opportunity, create it. This is your chance to find the keys to success.”

This year, NDCS adopted the 5-Key Model for Reentry and Well-being Development, which encourages individuals to be proactive in choosing how they focus their personal development before reentering their communities.

At NDCS, many of our programs engage peers to serve as co-facilitators alongside team members. Peer facilitators have built-in credibility based on their shared experiences, and their leadership enhances learning for program participants.

These photos are from this year’s rollout of these new programs at...Read more

NDCS team members in Omaha and York enjoyed wellness fairs earlier this year, and this time around it was our Lincoln team members’ turn!

Last week, NDCS hosted a wellness fair at the Reception and Treatment Center for team members from all Lincoln facilities to come spend time with wellness vendors, play some games, enjoy healthy snacks and engage in all things wellness.

There was an incredible amount of enthusiasm and support for wellness at this event! Our people are the foundation for everything we do, and supporting their wellness is a core part of the NDCS #StrategicPlan.

NDCS is on a mission to...Read more

Thanks to partnerships with both Hill Brothers Transportation, Inc Pro-Fleet CDL Driving Academy and Southeast Community College, more and more individuals are building their futures through obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Their success and excitement about this training speak to the transformative opportunities our partners are helping to provide!

To learn more about the Hill Brothers partnership: https://corrections.nebraska.gov/director-jeffreys-joins-gov-pillen-mayor-leirion-gaylor-baird-and-hill-brothers-leadership-recognize

#MeaningfulWork #HillBrosTrucking #RehabilitationRead more

Last weekend, NDCS team members gathered for a Rod and Reel Rally at Conestoga Lake. This fun event welcomed all ages for some friendly competition on the lake, with 45 recorded catches for the day!

Shoutout to the Reception and Treatment Center Employee Activity Committee for planning this event where team members could spend time outdoors with co-workers and their families. Focusing on team member wellness is a key part of the NDCS #StrategicPlan, and it’s incredible to see our team’s dedication to championing this goal. #PeopleRead more

Christian Heritage in partnership with the Lincoln Arts Council hosted an art night at the Nebraska State Penitentiary, helping to build family bonds during incarceration. Events such as these allow incarcerated individuals and their children to connect and build a supportive environment.

Thank you to Christian Heritage for giving our population and their families opportunities such as these. Your dedication to fostering connections between families, even in difficult circumstances, is appreciated. This event brought joy, creativity, and hope to the children, offering them a positive and memorable experience. #Programs #...Read more

It’s National Walk Your Dog Week, which is all about spending time outdoors with your dog to support mental and physical health. We asked our team members to share pictures of the pups that get them out and about! #WellnessRead more

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