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New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 16 - HEALTH SERVICES › Subchapter 13 - COMMITMENT FOR PSYCHIATRIC TREATMENT › Section 10A:16-13.6 - Transportation

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) Transportation to and from the psychiatric hospital shall be provided by the New Jersey Department of Corrections.
(b) Transportation for court appearances or medical transfer to a community medical facility for an inmate(s) in a psychiatric hospital shall be provided with New Jersey Department of Corrections escorts coordinated by the Central Medical/Transportation Unit, Department of Corrections.
(c) The New Jersey Department of Corrections shall transport the inmate back to the appropriate correctional facility within 48 hours of the psychiatric hospital notification to the Department of Corrections that the inmate has been discharged.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 16 - HEALTH SERVICES › Subchapter 14 - SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER TREATMENT SERVICES › Section 10A:16-14.1 - Substance Use Disorder Treatment Program

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) Inmates may, at any time, request treatment for substance use disorder on a voluntary basis.
1. The Department substance use disorder and addiction services staff and the healthcare provider will assess the inmate and, if the inmate is eligible, will develop an individualized treatment plan for each inmate.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 16 - HEALTH SERVICES › Subchapter 14 - SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER TREATMENT SERVICES › Section 10A:16-14.2 - Drug Diversion Program

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) Inmates found guilty of Category F infractions at N.J.A.C. 10A:4-4.1(a)6 will be offered the opportunity to participate in a one-time only Drug Diversion Program (See N.J.A.C. 10A:4-5.1(n)). The program is a 60-day intervention pathway for drug rehabilitation and related behavioral modification. It is offered as a less punitive alternative to the sanctions found at N.J. A.C. 10A:4-5.1(g) with the intention of enrollment in a clinical Drug Diversion Program. During the 60-day interventional pathway:
1. The Department substance use disorder and addiction services staff and the healthcare provider will assess the inmate and develop an individualized treatment plan for each inmate referred by the Disciplinary Hearing Officer (see N.J.A.C. 10A:4-5.1(n));
2. Inmates shall comply with all components of the prescribed treatment plan;
3. Inmate noncompliance with all components of the prescribed treatment plan shall result in removal from the Drug Diversion Program and referral to the Disciplinary Hearing Officer at the correctional facility in which the infraction was committed (see N.J.A.C. 10A:4-5.1(n)); and
4. Upon completion of the Drug Diversion Program, a report will be forwarded to the facility in which the infraction was committed and taken into consideration by the Disciplinary Hearing Officer or Adjustment Committee for disposition of the originally imposed sanctions.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 16 - HEALTH SERVICES › Subchapter 15 - KEEP ON PERSON (KOP) MEDICATION › Section 10A:16-15.1 - Authority

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) The Department of Corrections may authorize the use of certain KOP medications that are clinically indicated and have been ordered for an inmate by the responsible health authority of the correctional facility.
(b) The use of KOP medication that has been ordered for an inmate by the responsible health authority may be discontinued by the Administrator after consultation with and consent from the responsible health authority.
(c) When KOP medication is authorized, Departmental and health care provider staff and inmates shall be responsible to comply with the provisions of this subchapter and any related internal management procedures.
(d) Classes and categories of medication may be banned from the KOP distribution upon review and approval of the Division of Operations, Director of Health Services.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 16 - HEALTH SERVICES › Subchapter 15 - KEEP ON PERSON (KOP) MEDICATION › Section 10A:16-15.2 - Distribution of and instructions for inmate use of KOP medication

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) Prior to distributing a KOP medication to an inmate, the responsible health authority shall determine whether the inmate has the necessary stability, ability, and skill to handle independent self-administration of the medication and make a recommendation to the Administrator or designee. When independent, self-administration of the medication is disapproved, the reason(s) shall be documented in the EHR by the responsible health authority or designee.
(b) KOP medication shall be packaged with information to include, but not be limited to:
1. The name and number of the inmate;
2. The name of the drug;
3. The method of administration;
4. The dosage;
5. Strength;
6. The order date;
7. The expiration date;
8. Directions for taking the medication; and
9. The name of the responsible health authority who ordered the medication.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 16 - HEALTH SERVICES › Subchapter 15 - KEEP ON PERSON (KOP) MEDICATION › Section 10A:16-15.3 - Inmate responsibility and compliance associated with KOP medication

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) Inmates shall be responsible for the proper use, handling, possession, maintenance, and requests for refill of KOP medication in compliance with the provisions of this subchapter and related internal management procedures.
(b) KOP medications must remain in the original container until the designated time of self-administration.
(c) Inmates shall not use, carry, handle, or be in possession of a KOP medication prescribed for another inmate.
(d) Inmates determined to be unable to comply with, or to be non-compliant with, requirements for the use, handling, possession, maintenance, or requests for refill of KOP medication shall be subject to the immediate removal of the KOP medication and, upon removal, shall receive medications via directly observed therapy (DOT). Inmates misusing KOP medication or non-compliant with related requirements shall be subject to disciplinary action in accordance with N.J.A.C. 10A:4, Inmate Discipline.
(e) An inability to comply with, or refusal to comply with, requirements for the use, handling, possession, maintenance, or requests for refill of KOP medication, and any finding of guilt to a KOP medication related prohibited act shall be documented in the EHR by the responsible health care provider.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 16 - HEALTH SERVICES › Subchapter 15 - KEEP ON PERSON (KOP) MEDICATION › Section 10A:16-15.4 - KOP medication spot checks

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) KOP medication spot checks shall be conducted by health care provider staff on a regular, continuing and random basis to ensure inmate compliance with requirements for the use, handling, possession, maintenance, and requests for refill of KOP medication as established by the provisions of this subchapter and related internal management procedures.
(b) KOP medication that is being misused, or is unauthorized for the inmate's possession, shall be handled as contraband in accordance with N.J.A.C. 10A:3-6, Contraband and Disposition of Contraband, and shall subject the inmate to disciplinary action as set forth in N.J.A.C. 10A:4-4.1, Prohibited acts.
(c) Spot checks shall be conducted by health care provider staff to determine if the inmate is:
1. Authorized to possess KOP medication;
2. Self-administering the KOP medication dosage as prescribed;
3. Maintaining the KOP medication as instructed;
4. Requesting refills of KOP medication when necessary; and
5. Complying with the provisions of this subchapter and related internal management procedures.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 16 - HEALTH SERVICES › Subchapter 15 - KEEP ON PERSON (KOP) MEDICATION › Section 10A:16-15.5 - Searches

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) Custody staff who find KOP medication while conducting a search in accordance with N.J.A.C. 10A:3-5 shall check the KOP medication to ensure inmate compliance with requirements for the use, handling and possession of KOP medication as indicated on the KOP package and as established in the provisions of this subchapter and related internal management procedures.
(b) KOP medication that is being misused, or is unauthorized for the inmate's possession, shall be handled as contraband in accordance with N.J.A.C. 10A:3-6, Contraband and Disposition of Contraband, and shall subject the inmate to disciplinary action as set forth in N.J.A.C. 10A:4-4.1, Prohibited acts.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 16 - HEALTH SERVICES › Subchapter 15 - KEEP ON PERSON (KOP) MEDICATION › Section 10A:16-15.6 - Handling of KOP medication upon transfer of an inmate

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) Prior to the transfer of an inmate to another unit within the correctional facility, or to another correctional facility or program within the Department, the Administrator or designee shall notify the responsible health authority. The health care provider shall be responsible to retrieve the KOP medication from the inmate prior to the transfer. The health care provider shall then secure the KOP medication with the Medical Reference File for transporting to the receiving correctional facility. The inmate shall receive medication ordered by the responsible health authority via DOT until KOP medication is reissued as set forth in this section.
(b) After transfer, the KOP medication may be reissued to the inmate if authorized by the responsible health authority in consultation with the Administrator or designee at the receiving unit, correctional facility or program.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 16 - HEALTH SERVICES › Subchapter 15 - KEEP ON PERSON (KOP) MEDICATION › Section 10A:16-15.7 - Handling and storage of KOP medication

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
The secure storage, receipt, inventory, stock, order, refill disposal, distribution and retrieval of KOP medication and the recordkeeping thereof shall be the responsibility of the appropriate responsible health authority or designee.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 16 - HEALTH SERVICES › Subchapter 15 - KEEP ON PERSON (KOP) MEDICATION › Section 10A:16-15.8 - KOP records and compliance requirements

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
The responsible health authority and health care provider staff shall be responsible for documenting KOP medication related data in the EHR and for compliance with the rules set forth in this subchapter and related internal management procedures.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS › Section 10A:17-1.1 - Purpose

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) The purpose of this chapter is to establish policies and procedures for:
1. Volunteer service programs;
2. Social work and services;
3. Transitional Services;
4. Religion;
5. Correctional facility/unit chaplaincy services and the Religious Issues Committee;
6. Inmate marriage and civil union; and
7. Recreation and leisure time activities.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS › Section 10A:17-1.3 - Definitions

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
The following words and terms, when used in this chapter, shall have the following meanings unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.
"Continuum of care" when used in this chapter, means the integrated, comprehensive delivery of treatment and services in an unbroken manner.
"Criminogenic" means static and dynamic factors that are predictors of crime and/or related recidivism. Static factors include, but are not limited to, the inmate's educational, employment, familial, medical, criminal, drug abuse, and other historical information. Dynamic factors include, but are not limited to, changing attitudes, beliefs and thinking patterns.
"Discharge plan" means the release plan for an inmate.
"Office of Community Programs and Outreach Services" means the office within the Department of Corrections, Division of Programs and Community Services responsible for overseeing inmate community program, chaplaincy and outreach services.
"Office of Transitional Services" means the office within the Department of Corrections, Division of Programs and Community Services, responsible for overseeing inmate transitional/reentry services and the delivery of social services programs and services.
"Religious Issues Committee" means the Committee of Departmental staff members responsible for reviewing and making determinations regarding religious issues.
"Risks/needs assessment" means a comprehensive assessment tool that includes criminogenic factors.
"Supervisor of Volunteers" means a staff member, within a correctional facility, who is responsible for coordinating and supervising the Volunteer Service Program of the correctional facility and its satellite unit(s).
"Volunteer" means a person who provides services which supplement the functions and activities of employees of the New Jersey Department of Corrections without receiving monetary remuneration or material gain.
"Volunteer Services Site Coordinator" means a staff member, within a correctional facility, who is responsible for coordinating and supervising the Volunteer Service Program of the correctional facility and its satellite unit(s).
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS › Section 10A:17-1.4 - Forms

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) The following forms related to social and religious services are available on the Inmate Inquiry System in each facility:
1. 370-I Religious Vegetarian Meals; and
2. 380-I Marriage/Civil Union Request Form.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 2 - VOLUNTEER SERVICE PROGRAM › Section 10A:17-2.1 - Designation and Responsibilities of the Departmental Coordinator of Volunteer Services

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
The Assistant Commissioner, Division of Programs and Community Services shall designate a staff member to be the Departmental Coordinator of Volunteer Services. This individual shall be responsible for ensuring that the Volunteer Services Program functions in compliance with the provisions of this chapter and any related internal management procedures.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 2 - VOLUNTEER SERVICE PROGRAM › Section 10A:17-2.2 - Volunteer Services Site Coordinator

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) The Administrator shall designate a correctional facility staff member to function as the Volunteer Services Site Coordinator.
(b) The Volunteer Services Site Coordinator shall be responsible for the coordination and supervision of the Volunteer Service Program of the correctional facility.
(c) The Volunteer Services Site Coordinator shall:
1. Recruit volunteers;
2. Coordinate the screening, interviewing and approval of volunteers;
3. Develop, schedule and conduct volunteer orientation and training programs;
4. Assign volunteers to appropriate activities;
5. Coordinate and monitor the supervision of volunteers; and
6. Prepare monthly and annual reports of volunteer services pursuant to 10A:17-2.2 0.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 2 - VOLUNTEER SERVICE PROGRAM › Section 10A:17-2.3 - Recruiting volunteers

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) Volunteers may be recruited by the Volunteer Services Site Coordinator or by other interested individuals.
(b) When recruiting volunteers, emphasis shall be placed on the service(s) needed, as determined by the Department, and the following qualifications of the prospective volunteer:
1. Motivation;
2. Interest;
3. Background;
4. Training; and/or
5. Skills.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 2 - VOLUNTEER SERVICE PROGRAM › Section 10A:17-2.4 - Eligibility for Volunteer Service Program

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) A volunteer must be at least 18 years old to be eligible to participate in the Volunteer Service Program of any correctional facility.
(b) A relative, friend or any other individual involved in a business or personal relationship with an inmate, shall not be permitted to participate in the Volunteer Service Program at the correctional facility where that inmate is housed.
(c) A person with an arrest history may participate in the Volunteer Service Program if his or her volunteer application is approved by the Volunteer Services Site Coordinator, the Administrator, and the Assistant Commissioner.
(d) Each member of a group wishing to participate in the Volunteer Service Program shall submit an individual application pursuant to this subchapter. Group member applications shall be reviewed and approved or disapproved by the Volunteer Services Site Coordinator.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 2 - VOLUNTEER SERVICE PROGRAM › Section 10A:17-2.5 - Volunteer application

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) Any person desiring to serve as a volunteer shall be subject to certain background checks and shall obtain from the Volunteer Services Site Coordinator the following forms:
1. 450-I Volunteer Application;
2. 450-II Volunteer Rules and Responsibilities; and
3. IDU: A0003 Application for Clearance and Issuance of Identification Cards.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 2 - VOLUNTEER SERVICE PROGRAM › Section 10A:17-2.6 - Screening process

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) Applicants shall be evaluated on the basis of the information provided at the interview, the information entered on Form 450-I Volunteer Application and the information provided in the letter of endorsement from the organization the volunteer represents or is a member of.
(b) The Volunteer Services Site Coordinator shall verify all pertinent information and approve or reject applicants after a thorough review has been made of the qualifications of the applicants and the needs of the correctional facility.
(c) The Volunteer Services Site Coordinator shall notify all applicants, in writing, of whether they have been approved or disapproved for participation in the Volunteer Service Program.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 2 - VOLUNTEER SERVICE PROGRAM › Section 10A:17-2.7 - Volunteer Handbook

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) Designated staff at each correctional facility shall develop and publish a Volunteer Handbook that shall bear the date of publication on the cover or front page.
(b) Prior to the start of volunteer services, each volunteer shall receive and sign a document acknowledging receipt of a copy of the Volunteer Handbook for the correctional facility to which the volunteer is assigned.
(c) The Volunteer Handbook shall be reviewed every two years and updated accordingly.
(d) Prior to publishing or republishing the Volunteer Handbook, the final draft shall be submitted to the appropriate Assistant Commissioner for review and written approval.
(e) When the approved Volunteer Handbook has been printed, the correctional facility shall submit a copy to the Commissioner or designee and to the appropriate Assistant Commissioner's office to be maintained on file.
(f) The Volunteer Handbook shall include, but is not limited to:
1. An introduction which summarizes the history, goals and objectives of the Department of Corrections and correctional facility;
2. A summary of correctional facility rules, regulations and useful practices including, but not limited to, notification that all volunteers, their belongings and vehicles are subject to searches while on the premises, or in a facility under the jurisdiction of the Department of Corrections in accordance with N.J.A.C. 10A:18-6, Visits;
3. The guidelines for interaction with inmates;
4. The responsibilities of volunteers;
5. A summary of services currently being provided by volunteers; and
6. An explanation of the volunteer performance evaluation.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 2 - VOLUNTEER SERVICE PROGRAM › Section 10A:17-2.8 - Orientation and training of volunteers

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) Designated staff at each correctional facility shall provide orientation and training sessions to all volunteers prior to assignment to any correctional facility service.
(b) Orientation and training sessions shall include, but are not limited to, the following topics:
1. Rules of the Department of Corrections;
2. Internal management procedures of the correctional facility to which the volunteer is assigned;
3. Philosophy, goals, resources and programs of the correctional facility;
4. Duties and responsibilities of volunteers;
5. The consequences of volunteer/inmate undue familiarity; and
6. Appropriate exercise of volunteer authority.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 2 - VOLUNTEER SERVICE PROGRAM › Section 10A:17-2.9 - Volunteer assignments

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) Volunteers shall be assigned to correctional facility services in accordance with the volunteer's interests and capabilities and in accordance with the needs of the correctional facility. Services to which volunteers may be assigned shall include, but are not limited to:
1. Tutoring;
2. Recreational and leisure activities;
3. Vocational placement assistance; and
4. Religious activities.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 2 - VOLUNTEER SERVICE PROGRAM › Section 10A:17-2.10 - Scheduling

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) The services of the Volunteer Service Program shall be coordinated and scheduled by the Volunteer Services Site Coordinator and approved, in writing, by the Administrator or designee.
(b) The Volunteer Services Site Coordinator shall post a schedule of current volunteer services on the bulletin board of each housing unit. The schedule of volunteer services shall indicate the following:
1. Kind of service provided;
2. Day(s) provided;
3. Time (beginning/ending);
4. Location; and
5. Individual or group(s) providing service.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 2 - VOLUNTEER SERVICE PROGRAM › Section 10A:17-2.11 - Volunteer photo identification cards and Volunteer Information Tracking System (VITS)

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) A volunteer photo identification (I.D.) card shall be prepared and a volunteer index data file shall be created for each volunteer.
(b) The volunteer photo I.D. card shall include:
1. A photograph of the volunteer;
2. The name of the volunteer;
3. The volunteer service provided;
4. The date the volunteer photo I.D. card was issued; and
5. The expiration date that is one year from the date of issue.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 2 - VOLUNTEER SERVICE PROGRAM › Section 10A:17-2.12 - Correctional facility access

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) When entering the correctional facility, the volunteer shall obtain at the front entrance his or her volunteer photo I.D. card in exchange for some form of personal identification, such as:
1. A driver's license;
2. An employment photo I.D. card;
3. A passport;
4. A valid county, State or Federal I.D. card; or
5. A Medicaid/Medicare or similar card.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 2 - VOLUNTEER SERVICE PROGRAM › Section 10A:17-2.14 - Performance evaluation

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) The Volunteer Services Site Coordinator, along with the volunteer's immediate supervisor, shall evaluate the performance of the volunteer after a trial period of four months using Form 450-III Volunteer Performance Evaluation.
(b) If the evaluation in (a) above is unsatisfactory, a consultation shall be scheduled between the volunteer, the Volunteer Services Site Coordinator, the immediate supervisor, and any other appropriate staff member(s).
(c) After the consultation with the volunteer in (b) above has been completed, the Volunteer Services Site Coordinator shall recommend to the Administrator the retention or termination of the volunteer.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 2 - VOLUNTEER SERVICE PROGRAM › Section 10A:17-2.15 - Volunteer service recognition

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
The Departmental Coordinator of Volunteer Services will, with approval from the Assistant Commissioner, schedule an annual event to acknowledge the contribution of volunteers.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 2 - VOLUNTEER SERVICE PROGRAM › Section 10A:17-2.16 - Curtailing, suspending, or discontinuing the services of a volunteer

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) The Administrator may curtail, suspend, or discontinue the services of a volunteer for reasons, which include, but are not limited to:
1. Any breach of confidentiality;
2. Unlawful conduct or breach of correctional facility rules and regulations;
3. Physical or emotional illness;
4. Inability to cooperate with staff;
5. Erratic, unreliable attendance;
6. Violation(s) of the rules of the Volunteer Service Program;
7. Any prohibited conduct contained in the volunteer contract;
8. Any conduct that threatens the order or security of the correctional facility or the safety of the volunteer; and
9. When time or space is limited, or when delivery of volunteer services conflicts with the normal operation of the correctional facility.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 2 - VOLUNTEER SERVICE PROGRAM › Section 10A:17-2.17 - Inmate violation of Volunteer Service Program rules

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) Inmates shall be advised, in writing, of the rules governing the Volunteer Service Program.
(b) Failure of the inmate to comply with the rules of the Volunteer Service Program may result in disciplinary action being taken against the inmate involved.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 2 - VOLUNTEER SERVICE PROGRAM › Section 10A:17-2.18 - Volunteer Service Program in residential community programs

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) Designated staff at each residential community program, that uses the services of volunteers, shall develop written internal management procedures that govern the following:
1. Recruiting, screening and selecting of volunteers;
2. Orientation and training of volunteers;
3. Supervision of the services provided by volunteers;
4. Termination of volunteers; and
5. Submission of a monthly and an annual report to the Departmental Coordinator of Volunteer Services that contains the type of volunteer services and number of volunteer hours provided (see 10A:17-2.2 0).
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 2 - VOLUNTEER SERVICE PROGRAM › Section 10A:17-2.19 - Records

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(a) The Volunteer Services Site Coordinator shall maintain a current record of the following:
1. All volunteer services;
2. The VITS information as set forth at
10A:17-2.11
; and
3. The name and inmate number for inmates receiving volunteer services.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 2 - VOLUNTEER SERVICE PROGRAM › Section 10A:17-2.20 - Reporting responsibilities

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(a) The Volunteer Services Site Coordinator shall prepare monthly and annual reports of volunteer services and submit the reports in accordance with
N.J.A.C. 10A:21
, Reports.
(b) A list of volunteer applicants who have been approved or rejected shall be included in the monthly report of the Volunteer Services Site Coordinator.
(c) The Volunteer Services Site Coordinator shall submit copies of the monthly and annual reports to the Departmental Coordinator of Volunteer Services, Administrator, and the office of the Assistant Commissioner.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 2 - VOLUNTEER SERVICE PROGRAM › Section 10A:17-2.21 - Internal management procedures and post orders

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) The Departmental Coordinator of Volunteer Services shall develop written internal management procedures and post orders to govern the Volunteer Service Program.
1. The Assistant Commissioner shall review and sign the internal management procedures and post orders at least annually. The Departmental Coordinator of Volunteer Services shall update the internal management procedures and post orders in (a) above as necessary.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 4 - SOCIAL WORK AND SERVICES › Section 10A:17-4.1 - Responsibilities of the Office of Transitional Services

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) The Office of Transitional Services is responsible for the continuum of care for inmates, which includes, but is not limited to:
1. Establishing an effective transitional process at each correctional facility that reduces service duplication and improves inter-agency and intra-agency coordination and collaboration;
2. Overseeing inmate risks/needs assessment, reintegration planning, service delivery, discharge planning, and aftercare development;
3. Collaborating with outside agencies and individuals involved in the delivery of transitional and reentry services; and
4. Providing oversight of and guidance to the correctional facility Social Services Departments.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 4 - SOCIAL WORK AND SERVICES › Section 10A:17-4.3 - Provision of social services

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) The goal of providing social services in a correctional facility/unit shall be to respond to the social needs of the inmate and to the management needs of the correctional facility/unit by maintaining and delivering a diversified range of services. These services may include, but are not limited to:
1. Determining criminogenic factors and establishing a continuum of care based upon the results of a risks/needs assessment that is administered to inmates;
2. Communication with outside agencies and individuals;
3. Information gathering;
4. Report writing;
5. Implementing programs developed and authorized by the Office of Transitional Services programs;
6. Consultation with correctional facility/unit staff members concerning specific inmate issues;
7. Services directed toward assisting inmates cope with interpersonal problems of an emotional, behavioral, or familial nature including, but not limited to:
i. Group process interventions;
ii. Crisis interventions in emergency situations, such as a serious illness or death in the family;
iii. The deterioration or termination of a relationship with a loved one; or
iv. Any situation which presents or could result in a crisis;
8. Activities that support the development of a program plan and support classification activity including, but not limited to:
i. Participation in classification meetings in accordance with N.J.A.C. 10A:9, Classification Process;
ii. Intake and assessment interviews;
iii. Program and discharge plan development beginning at intake that includes an aftercare component;
iv. Referral(s) for services; and
v. Progress and pre-parole report preparation;
9. Inmate orientation for newly received inmates; and
10. Activities related to situational problem-solving to include efforts to resolve problems through communication when there has been a failure in normal channels of resolution.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 4 - SOCIAL WORK AND SERVICES › Section 10A:17-4.4 - Caseload and staffing

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(a) Social work caseload ratios shall be designed to provide the social worker with sufficient opportunity for the delivery of services necessary for the effective maintenance of social services to each inmate.
(b) Caseloads shall be assigned at the discretion of the Social Work Supervisor. A lower staff/inmate ratio may be established for specific inmate populations such as, but not limited to, those in Close Custody Units.
(c) Caseloads shall be assigned in a manner that shall eliminate duplication of work and help ensure consistent coverage.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 4 - SOCIAL WORK AND SERVICES › Section 10A:17-4.5 - Staff training

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(a) The Social Work Supervisor shall be responsible for providing information regarding training opportunities for the social work staff including, but not limited to, Departmental and outside agency training programs, workshops, seminars and conferences.
(b) In accordance with correctional facility/unit internal management procedures, all social work staff new to the correctional facility/unit shall receive orientation to the policies, organizational structure, programs and regulations of the correctional facility/unit and the Department of Corrections.
(c) As needed, social work staff shall receive training in the following areas to include, but not be limited to:
1. Correctional facility/unit safety, security and orderly operation;
2. Counseling and treatment skills;
3. Communications;
4. Inmate rules and regulations;
5. Inmate rights and responsibilities;
6. Specific inmate group and population issues;
7. Fire and first-aid procedures;
8. Medical issues; and
9. Any other issues that are pertinent to the provision of social services.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 4 - SOCIAL WORK AND SERVICES › Section 10A:17-4.6 - Social Work Manual

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(a) The Social Work Supervisor or designee, in conjunction with the Director of the Office of Transitional Services or designee, and the social work staff shall develop a manual for the practice of social work and the maintenance and delivery of social services within the correctional facility/unit. This manual shall include, but is not limited to, the:
1. Purposes, responsibilities and procedures for the operation of the Social Work Department;
2. Guidelines for establishing priorities for social work program activities;
3. Guidelines for handling referrals;
4. Guidelines for the management of specific populations within the correctional facility;
5. Caseload and staffing ratios;
6. Policies regarding staff training; and
7. Procedures for social work interaction and referrals to other departments or agencies.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 4 - SOCIAL WORK AND SERVICES › Section 10A:17-4.7 - Reports

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(a) Social Work reports shall be submitted to the correctional facility Administrator or designee.
(b) Reports of unusual incidents or events shall be handled in accordance with N.J.A.C. 10A:21, Reports.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 4 - SOCIAL WORK AND SERVICES › Section 10A:17-4.8 - Records of information

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(a) The Supervisor of Social Work shall ensure that confidential social service records are securely maintained and handled in accordance with N.J.A.C. 10A:22, Records.
(b) Information regarding inmates shall not be provided to, or discussed with, unauthorized persons. Inmate information shall be handled in accordance with N.J.A.C. 10A:19, Public Information, and N.J.A.C. 10A:22, Records.
(c) Access to records and information by social work students preparing for the professional field of social work or a closely related discipline shall be:
1. Handled in accordance with N.J.A.C. 10A:1-10, Research;
2. Handled in accordance with N.J.A.C. 10A:22, Records; and
3. Conducted under the supervision of the correctional facility/ unit Supervisor of Social Work or designee.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 5 - RELIGION › Section 10A:17-5.1 - Freedom of religious affiliation and voluntary worship

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(a) Each inmate has the right to freedom of religious affiliation and voluntary religious worship while incarcerated, but the exercise of such right may be subject to reasonable restrictions related to penological interests in order to maintain the safe, secure and orderly operation of the correctional facility.
(b) Inmates in the general population of a correctional facility who desire to participate in a religious service, meeting or activity that has been approved by the Administrator or designee shall be permitted to do so unless there is a threat to the safe, secure or orderly operation of the correctional facility.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 5 - RELIGION › Section 10A:17-5.2 - Religious proselytizing inmate

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(a) No person shall disparage an inmate's religious beliefs or deliberately seek to persuade an inmate to change his or her religious affiliation.
(b) While under the jurisdiction of the New Jersey Department of Corrections, an inmate shall not be prevented from voluntarily changing religious preference.
(c) An inmate may change religious affiliation by contacting the chaplain who represents the faith group to which the inmate is seeking affiliation.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 5 - RELIGION › Section 10A:17-5.3 - Inmate attendance at community religious activities

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(a) Inmates in the custody of the Department of Corrections, including satellite units, except as established in (b) below, shall not be permitted to attend worship services and/or religious activities in the community.
(b) Worship service and/or religious activity attendance by inmates residing in residential community programs shall be governed by the contract between the New Jersey Department of Corrections and the provider, and the provisions of N.J.A.C. 10A:20.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 5 - RELIGION › Section 10A:17-5.4 - Physical facilities and equipment

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(a) Dependent upon available resources and consistent with internal discipline, order, safety and security, the correctional facility shall provide adequate space and equipment so as to enable inmates to:
1. Participate in worship services or other religious rites;
2. Receive religious education; and
3. Receive religious counseling.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 5 - RELIGION › Section 10A:17-5.5 - Inmate orientation

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(a) During orientation, inmates shall be informed of the following:
1. Chaplaincy services;
2. Religious activities; and
3. Other aspects of the religious program.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 5 - RELIGION › Section 10A:17-5.6 - Scheduling of religious activity

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(a) All religious services, activities or meetings shall be coordinated and scheduled by the Supervisor of Chaplaincy Service, chaplain or other designated staff member, subject to approval of the Administrator or designee.
(b) Factors to be considered when scheduling religious activities shall include, but are not to be limited to:
1. Availability of staff;
2. Availability of space;
3. Availability of time; and
4. The maintenance of a secure and orderly operating correctional facility.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 5 - RELIGION › Section 10A:17-5.7 - Restrictions on congregate religious services

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When, in the opinion of the Administrator or designee, there is substantial evidence that disruptive or illicit activity has occurred or is likely to occur, one or more inmates may have their attendance at group worship restricted or denied, or a scheduled religious service, activity or meeting may be canceled or terminated.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 5 - RELIGION › Section 10A:17-5.8 - Control of religious ritualistic elements

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(a) Religious ritualistic elements, including, but not limited to, sacramental wine, fragrance oil in approved containers and matzo, which are necessary as part of the religious service, may be brought into the correctional facility only by the chaplain or a volunteer religious group leader from the community. Such elements must be approved by the correctional facility Administrator or designee and the Director, Office of Community Programs and Outreach Services or designee.
(b) The chaplain(s) shall be responsible for the secure storage, issuance, use, and return of religious ritualistic elements to secure storage in compliance with correctional facility internal management procedures.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 5 - RELIGION › Section 10A:17-5.9 - Religious vegetarian meals

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(a) An inmate who cannot eat the food served to the general population because of the inmate's religious beliefs may request a steady diet of religious vegetarian meals that shall be provided on a continuing basis. Upon review and approval of the request by the chaplain of the correctional facility in accordance with this subchapter, a nutritionally balanced vegetarian meal(s) shall be provided to the inmate in place of the meal served to the general population.
(b) A vegetarian entree shall be provided at each of the three meals of the day (breakfast, lunch and dinner), seven days per week.
(c) All vegetarian meals, unless otherwise indicated, will be served as complete meals and not in supplement to, or as a choice between other dietary meals and regular meals.
(d) An inmate who wishes to eat a religious vegetarian meal(s) in observance of a specific religious holiday(s) or holy day(s), may request such a meal(s) for the holiday(s) or holy day(s). A request for such a meal(s) must be submitted to the chaplain 30 calendar days prior to the religious holiday(s) or holy day(s) on Form 370-I and shall include the specific beginning and end date(s) of the religious holiday(s) or holy day(s).
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 5 - RELIGION › Section 10A:17-5.10 - Request for placement on and removal from the religious vegetarian meal list

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(a) In order to be considered for placement on the list of inmates who are approved to receive a steady diet of vegetarian meals on a continuing basis, the inmate must complete Sections I and II of Form 370-I Religious Vegetarian Meals, which may be obtained on request from the housing unit Social Worker.
(b) The inmate shall forward Form 370-I Religious Vegetarian Meals, with Sections I and II completed, to the correctional facility chaplain for review.
(c) The chaplain may interview an inmate who has requested placement on the list of inmates approved for a steady diet of vegetarian meals on a continuing basis if deemed necessary. In no case shall the interview be used to proselytize the inmate.
(d) The approved Form 370-I Religious Vegetarian Meals shall be forwarded by the chaplain to the Institutional Classification Committee (I.C.C.) and the chaplain shall notify the inmate.
(e) The Institutional Classification Committee shall submit the name of an inmate who has been approved for a steady diet of vegetarian meals on a continuing basis to the Food Service Department.
(f) The disapproved Form 370-I Religious Vegetarian Meals shall be forwarded by the chaplain to the Classification Department and the chaplain shall notify the inmate. The chaplain's decision is not subject to being overruled by the Institutional Classification Committee (I.C.C.).
(g) Disapproved requests for a steady diet of religious vegetarian meals on a continuing basis may be appealed by the inmate in writing to the Administrator or designee. The Administrator or designee shall approve or disapprove the appeal within five business days and provide a written statement of reasons for the decision.
(h) Any inmate who wishes to be added or deleted from the list of inmates approved for a steady diet of vegetarian meals on a continuing basis shall provide 30 calendar days written notice to the correctional facility chaplain using Form 370-I Religious Vegetarian Meals.
(i) An inmate who is receiving a steady diet of religious vegetarian meals on a continuing basis is not permitted to possess, purchase from the commissary, or consume food that is prohibited by the inmate's religious dietary laws. Documentation of any violation of this provision shall result in removal of the inmate's name from the list of inmates approved for the steady diet of religious vegetarian meals on a continuing basis and the inmate shall not be eligible to reapply for 90 calendar days.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 10A - CORRECTIONS › Chapter 17 - SOCIAL SERVICES › Subchapter 5 - RELIGION › Section 10A:17-5.11 - Religious holidays

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(a) Religious holidays of recognized faith groups shall be acknowledged.
(b) Special religious services or activities may be scheduled for inmates of a particular faith so those inmates may observe their religious holidays. The scheduling of these special religious services and activities shall depend upon the following:
1. Availability of correctional facility space;
2. Availability of staff for supervision; and
3. Other essential operational considerations.