Unit 16 Lesson Plan--Management of Inmate Workers
UNIT 16.0 LESSON PLAN
MANAGEMENT OF INMATE WORKERS
Module 16.1
Selection of Inmate Workers
0:30
J.K. Test #4
2 Test Items
UNIT OUTLINE AND PRESENTATION: NOTES:
Performance Objective: Identify criteria for selection of inmate workers: 1 Test Item
16.1.1
. Classification of crime
. Physical ability
. Disciplinary record
1. Discuss the criteria for selecting inmate workers in a jail setting.
a. Review of classification status.
b. Review of current criminal offenses,
violence, sex crimes, escape, etc.
c. Past criminal history--review previous
incarceration records.
d. Disciplinary record.
e. Ability to get along with the staff.
f. Does he demonstrate behavior conducive of?
an inmate worker.
g. physical ability, assessment of mental health
as well.
PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE: Given a description of an inmate (including 1 Test Item
16.1.2 classification, physical ability, etc.)
classify the person as appropriate
or inappropriate for the position of inmate
worker.
1. Discuss what types of classifications should work
in the various work assignments.
a. Review case studies with class, as outlined in
their manuals. Ensure they look at the factors in 16.1.1.
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Module 16.2
Assignment of Responsibilities to Inmate Workers
0:30
J.K. Test #4
4 Test Items
UNIT OUTLINE AND PRESENTATION: NOTES:
Performance Objective: Identify reasons that inmates should be 1 Test Item
16.2.1 assigned to work details rather than selecting
their own:
Breaches of security
Used for communication
Movement of contraband
1. Discuss the reasons why inmate workers are to
be assigned rather than selecting their own work
assignment.
a. Classification considerations.
b. Facility security.
c. Safety and welfare of other inmates.
d. Escape risk.
e. Not as closely supervised.
f. Unauthorized communications.
g. Prevent sale/passing of contraband.
PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE: Identify reasons that friends/relatives should 1 Test Item
16.2.2 not be put together as inmate workers.
1. Discuss why friends and relatives should not assign to work together.
a. Facility security.
b. Escape risks.
c. “Look outs” for each other.
d. Gang activity.
e. Work productivity.
f. Sale/passing of contraband.
g. Less chance for diversions for unlawful activities.
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PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE: Given a list of tasks and responsibilities, 1 Test Item
16.2.3 classify them as appropriate or inappropriate
for assignments to inmate workers.
1. Discuss appropriate work assignments for inmate workers.
a. Supervised work details in parks, roadways garages.
b. Washing folding, putting away laundry.
c. Basic janitorial duties.
d. Washing cars.
e. Gardening.
f. Vehicle maintenance.
g. Unsuitable jobs.
PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE: Identify ability requirements and 1 Test Item
16.2.4 restrictions related to specific duty
assignments (e.g., no one with an
infectious disease should work in
the kitchen.)
1. Discuss what type of requirements and restrictions
should be placed on "duty " assignments.
a. Kitchen workers should be medically
screened.
b. Those with contagious diseases should not
be assigned to any work detail until medically cleared.
c. Mental health of those working with safety equipment
kitchen implements, or heavy equipment.
d. Those on medications.
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