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Department of Corrections Deputy Secretary Deirdre A. Morgan December 6, 2013.

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1 Department of Corrections Deputy Secretary Deirdre A. Morgan December 6, 2013

2 Divisional Structure 34 Facilities 5 Maximum 12 Medium 3 Minimum 14 Correctional Centers Population 21,742 Inmates 20,544 males 1,198 females Race MaleFemale White 54%1109468%809 Black 42%862826%308 American Indian / Alaskan Native 3%6176%72 Asian / Pacific Islander 1%205<1%9 Demographics Age MaleFemale Oldest inmate9684 Youngest inmate1418 Average age37.337.1

3 Mental Health Criminogenic Need: Substance Abuse 32% of Male inmates have a mental health condition. Of these 7% have a serious condition* 76% of Female inmates have a mental health condition. Of these 26% have a serious condition* *e.g. bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorder, severe depression Approximately 90% of current inmates are either on a waiting list or enrolled in AODA Treatment

4 Currently housing 345 inmates, WRC is administered by the Department of Health Services in partnership with the Department of Corrections. WRC is a specialized mental health facility established as a prison to treat mentally ill inmates WRC provides education, therapeutic services, social services, clinical services, nursing, and medical care to deliver the inter-disciplinary programs at WRC.

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6 Divisional Structure 8 Geographic Regions 131 Probation & Parole Units Population 66,439 Offenders 46,789 on probation 19,650 on parole or extended supervision Race MaleFemale White 69%3751273%8862 Black 27%1455020%2365 American Indian / Alaskan Native 3%16646%756 Asian / Pacific Islander 1%609<1%121

7 “The primary mission of Psychological Services is to assist Agents, Supervisors, Community Partners, Courts, and others to identify and develop mental health services that may aid an offender in being successful in the community during his or her period of supervision and upon discharge.” Staffing MilwaukeeOther Regional1 Psychology Chief 1 Psychologist Supervisor 7 Licensed Chief Psychologists Performs court ordered forensic sex offender evaluations 3 Licensed Psychologists 5 internship placements per semester

8 Fiscal Year 2012 intakes

9 Divisional Structure InstitutionField Lincoln Hills School for Boys 2 Geographic Regions (Northwest & Southeast) Copper Lake Girls School 6 Field Offices Population 275 institution youth181 field youth 248 boys164 boys 27 girls17girls Institution Population by Race BoysGirls American Indian / Alaskan Native 3.6%96.7%2 Black 79.0%19673.3%20 White 17.3%4320.0%5

10 Education and Employment Training: Middle and High School Credits, HSED, career and technical education Alternate Care (out of home residential care) Transitional Independent Living Aggression-Replacement Training Substance Abuse Disorder Treatment Sex Offender Treatment Mental Health / Medication Management Juvenile Cognitive Intervention / Families Count Mentoring

11 Schools Employers Workforce Investment Boards Social Services Providers Law Enforcement Wraparound and Reentry Networks Transition Team meetings with youth, families and community providers aiding re-entry planning.

12 Onsite medical and psychiatric services are provided by: Physicians Psychiatrists Optometrists Advance practitioners Registered Nurses The Health Services Unit provides comprehensive medical care assisting to restore and maintain the health of juveniles involved with our programs. HSU is comprised of nursing, medicine, psychiatry and dentistry all of whom provide overall health care services. Psychotropic Medication is dispensed through HSU.

13 DJC is working to align current practices with trauma informed care models in order to best address trauma issues affecting youth transition and return home. In partnership with DHS, DJC launched a major initiative in May 2012 to improve treatment for youth who have experienced significant traumatic life events. Utilizing the TIC Grant DJC has worked with Wisconsin Family Ties to provide a Parent Peer Specialist to 10 Dane County families. Parent Peer Specialists help navigate the Juvenile Justice system, work to understand the effects of trauma on youth and family, and also help prepare families for a youth’s return home.

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16 By the Numbers: 75% of boys at Lincoln Hills School 100% of girls at Copper Lake School Receive some sort of ongoing psychological services (this does not count the 29 boys at MJTC) (8 of our 25 girls have significant mental health needs) 57% of boys at LHS 58% of girls at CLS Have an identified special education need 39% of boys at LHS 74% of girls at CLS Are currently prescribed psychotropic medication Mental Health services for both the Lincoln Hills boys school (LHS) and Copper Lake girls school (CLS) continue to be a significant emphasis. Combining continued service provided by PSU and a post- doctoral intern program allows for comprehensive mental health coverage for both Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake. DJC also contracts with the Department of Health Services (DHS) to provide 29 residential placements focused on mental health services to male youth at the Mendota Juvenile Treatment Center (MJTC).

17 Substance abuse treatment is provided through our Seeking Safety curriculum for boys and Reflections curriculum for girls. These are evidence based programs designed to address substance abuse issues. 83% of boys are identified as having some kind of substance abuse issue. 76% of girls are identified as having some kind of substance abuse issue.

18 Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) DBT is appropriate for girls with suicidal or para-suicidal behaviors occurring within the past 6 months, borderline personality traits, conduct disorder, substance abuse disorders, and eating disorders. DBT is an evidence based cognitive behavioral skills group infused with mindfulness practices. Core mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness make up the components of this program. TRIAD TRIAD is provided at CLS as a treatment group designed to treat asnd assist young women with histories of substance abuse, emotional problems, and trauma in the form of violence and/or abuse. TRIAD aims to build perseverance, positive and empowering skills. Increasing Family Involvement DJC is considering a Mobile Technology Initiative which could allow families and other support persons to connect with youth in juvenile facilities from their homes. In addition, multiple models for increasing family involvement are being explored; e.g. family advisory councils

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