2026 ACA 156th Congress of Correction Pittsburgh_Program Book

THURSDAY, JULY 30

1:30–2:30 P.M.

Participants will leave with a broader understanding of how the Compact strengthens partnerships between states and why collaboration among probation professionals, courts and partner agencies is essential to achieving successful supervision and safer communities. Moderator: Joe Winkler , Assistant Deputy Secretary, Florida Department of Corrections, Tallahassee, Florida Speakers: Suzanne Brooks , Education Specialist, Interstate Compact, Delaware, Ohio; Joe Winkler , Assistant Deputy Secretary, Florida Department of Corrections, Tallahassee, Florida The Voice of the Victim: A Crime Victim’s Right to Be Treated with Respect, Reasonably Protected, and the Right to be Heard Room 315 Primary Community of Focus: Restorative Justice/Victims Overview: Many criminal justice post-conviction services, including incarceration and community supervision, have historically centered around supporting the person who caused harm to be accountable for their actions and to ensure community safety. Yet victims of crime have rights that our agencies are also responsible for upholding. These victims are often our most overlooked stakeholders. This session will help educate participants on who a crime victim is, crime victims’ rights and how we can better assist victims in what we do and ensure that their rights are being honored, and their voices heard. Moderator: Katherine Shea , Legislative Affairs Director, Florida Department of Corrections, Tallahassee, Florida Speakers: Kristen Clemons , Deputy General Counsel, Florida Department of Corrections, Tallahassee, Florida; Lisa Kinard , Victim Services Administrator, Florida Department of Corrections, Tallahassee, Florida

Substance Use Assessment and Treatment for Justice-involved Youth [CME|CEU|CERP | Ψ CE] Room: 321 Primary Community of Focus: Juvenile Overview: Due to the increasing prevalence of substance use during adolescence, the need for comprehensive, evidence-based assessment and treatment of substance use disorders is critical in juvenile correctional facilities. To more holistically address the unique needs of incarcerated youths, a multidisciplinary approach is employed to increase successful outcomes regarding substance use. A thorough assessment process includes the use of formal measures normed on the juvenile population, an extensive personal history interview and review of available collateral records. Results from the assessment process drive individualized treatment recommendations. Individual- and group-based services are provided as clinically indicated to address the complex factors contributing to substance use in justice-involved youth. Following treatment completion, evaluation of outcomes and feedback from participants is essential for ongoing treatment development and ensuring lasting, successful relapse prevention. Learning Objectives: • Analyze evidence-based assessment tools for substance use evaluation in justice-involved youth. • Evaluate multidisciplinary treatment approaches for adolescent substance use disorders within juvenile correctional settings. • Apply individualized treatment planning principles to improve relapse prevention and behavioral health outcomes in incarcerated youth. Moderator: Gerald Jorgenson , Executive Director of Health Care Compliance, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas Department of Corrections, Topeka, Kansas Speakers: Janeen Tacey , Behavioral

Thursday, July 30 ▼ 1–4:30 p.m.

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