2024 ACA Nashville Program Book_154th Congress of Correction

SATURDAY, AUG. 17

10–11:30 A.M.

the importance of fostering workplace culture, providing continuous support and training and measuring success through inspiring success stories. Together, we’ll huddle up and design an actionable playbook to create a more compassionate and successful workforce where everyone gets a fair shot at the goal. A “W” equals increased public safety and a decrease in recidivism. Through this unique, fun and engaging presentation, participants will craft a winning game plan to “tackle” the task of obtaining employers and job opportunities for those on either probation or parole. At the end of the presentation, participants will be able to identify the business case for Second-Chance Hiring, tips for probationers and parolees, employment resources and how to engage employers about workforce opportunities. Moderator: Scott E. Peyton , Regional Director, Right on Crime, Washington, Louisiana Speakers: Scott E. Peyton , Regional Director, Right on Crime, Washington, Louisiana; Hester Serrano , Reentry Program Manager, Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections — Probation/Parole, Houma, Louisiana Final Escape Program: Getting Out and Staying Out: Understanding Authentic Love — Shelby County Sheriff’s Office [CEU] Room 201-A This eight-week course introduces the concept of getting out and staying out of prison through the true meaning and reality of authentic love as designed by our Creator. The program provides practical guidance to students to re-examine their concept of genuine love, culture and true identity. Moderator: Kirk Fields , Chief Jailer, Shelby County Sheriff’s Office, Memphis, Tennessee Speakers: Mark Berryhill , Chaplin/ Volunteer Coordinator, Shelby County Sheriff’s Office, Memphis, Tennessee; Katrina Thompson , Chief Inspector — Programs, Shelby County Sheriff’s Office, Memphis, Tennessee

Sustaining Proficiency Through Training: An Army Approach Room 202-A The Army’s approach to training allows organizations to prepare and execute small unit missions all the way to full scale combat operations. In the Army correctional environment, we use these same ways of training to accomplish initial training and annual sustainment training for staff. This deliberate training can often be difficult to conduct due to various constraints. As such, planning, resourcing, validating and assessing training allows organizations to maximize time and proficiency while ensuring staff are ready to begin their duties or increase their knowledge on daily and emergency procedures. This presentation will provide organizations a way to conceptualize, plan, assess and conduct training to fit their needs. Moderator: Kenneth Tauke , Army Corrections Command Chief of Staff, Army Corrections Command, Fort Leavenworth, Kansas Speakers: Daneil S. Hepburn , Sergeant, U.S. Army, Fort Leavenworth, Kansas; Trevor C. Preston , First Sergeant, U.S. Army, Fort Leavenworth, Kansas 1 st and Goal: Creating a Winning Game plan for Second-Chance Employment. Room 201-B First and Goal: Creating a Winning Game Plan for Second-Chance Hiring is an engaging and inspiring one-hour presentation that seamlessly blends the excitement of football and game planning with the profound impact of Second-Chance Hiring. Through an array of football-themed activities and discussions, participants will explore the transformative potential of giving individuals a second chance in the workforce. From building a resilient team to tackling legal considerations, participants will gain practical insights into implementing Second-Chance Hiring initiatives. The presentation will emphasize

Saturday, Aug. 17 ▼ 10–11:30 a.m.

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