CD 730: Correctional Program Assignment and Inmate Payments

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What is one of the primary responsibilities of the Institutional Head regarding program assignments?

Assign programs without any review process

Establish a process for program assignments (correct)

Limit program options to vocational training only

Ensure offenders with specific health needs have no participation in programs

Which role is responsible for chairing the Correctional Intervention Board?

The Manager, Programs

The Assistant Warden, Interventions/Associate District Director or delegate (correct)

The Institutional Head

The Correctional Officer

What action can the Institutional Head take concerning inmate payments?

Establish the standard number of hours per week for all inmates

Eliminate all inmate payments entirely

Authorize inmate overtime where applicable (correct)

Approve payments without any written authorization

What is one of the responsibilities of the Correctional Intervention Board?

To assess program and employment requirements through ongoing review of Correctional Plans Signup and view all the answers

How does the Correctional Intervention Board handle program assignments?

They can approve and terminate assignments as necessary Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of full days an inmate can earn in a payment period when working full-time?

10 full days Signup and view all the answers

Which form must an inmate complete when applying for employment?

Inmate Application for Employment form Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason for an inmate to be excluded from receiving any type of payment?

Volunteers for community service Signup and view all the answers

How often must the Correctional Officer II/Primary Worker complete the Inmate Pay Review form?

Every six months Signup and view all the answers

What is an allowable payment level for inmate participation?

$5.25 Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for providing comments on the Inmate Application for Employment?

Parole Officer Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Acknowledgement - Protection of Personal Information form?

To gather and process information about other inmates Signup and view all the answers

What is the payment level for a basic allowance for inmates?

$1.00 Signup and view all the answers

After how many weeks are decisions for interim program assignments typically made following an inmate's admission?

2 weeks Signup and view all the answers

What might happen if an inmate breaches privacy while on program assignment?

Legal and administrative consequences Signup and view all the answers

Whose responsibility is it to monitor attendance and report unauthorized absences from program assignments?

Inmate work supervisor Signup and view all the answers

What determines the payment level for inmates after their performance evaluations?

Criteria outlined in Annex B Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the Correctional Intervention Board concerning inmate employment?

Making decisions based on completed applications Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum duration of maternity leave for an inmate participating in the Mother-Child Program?

Fifteen weeks Signup and view all the answers

What happens to an inmate's pay level during maternity leave?

It remains at the level before leave Signup and view all the answers

If an inmate is injured during an assignment, what is the amount they will receive for being authorized absentees due to that injury?

$2.50 Signup and view all the answers

How is payment usually handled during a shutdown resulting from inmate actions?

Half-day payment if participated Signup and view all the answers

What procedure must be followed if an inmate sustains an injury during an assignment?

The program/work supervisor must complete an accident report Signup and view all the answers

What is the payment policy for inmates during a shutdown due to holidays or staff absences?

Full day's payment if participated part-time Signup and view all the answers

What is the resumption policy following maternity leave for an inmate?

Gradual resumption over nine weeks Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions leads to no payment during a shutdown?

The inmate participated in actions causing the shutdown Signup and view all the answers

What should occur within 10 working days after an inmate injury during an assignment?

Completion of section B of the injury report Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding an inmate on maternity leave who chooses to participate in programs?

Participation is optional and supported by the Correctional Intervention Board Signup and view all the answers

What is the daily allowance an inmate receives if they have an authorized absence from a program assignment?

$2.50 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scenarios will NOT result in payment for an inmate?

An inmate in segregation for disciplinary reasons Signup and view all the answers

When will overtime be authorized for an inmate?

When no reasonable alternatives to overtime exist Signup and view all the answers

What happens to an inmate's payment level after being transferred to a lower security level institution?

They maintain their previous payment level until reviewed Signup and view all the answers

Inmates will not receive an allowance during which of the following?

Unauthorized absences Signup and view all the answers

What is the payment method for overtime worked by inmates?

One-fifth of the daily payment for each hour Signup and view all the answers

How is the basic allowance determined for inmates?

It applies only to inmates refusing all program assignments Signup and view all the answers

What type of review occurs when an inmate moves to a higher security level institution?

An evaluation by the Correctional Intervention Board Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a factor considered in pay reviews?

Participation in cultural events Signup and view all the answers

What is required before an inmate can commence a work assignment?

Orientation to the work area Signup and view all the answers

What happens when an inmate shows poor performance in a program assignment?

It can affect their pay review decision Signup and view all the answers

How are weekends treated for inmates working on Saturdays and Sundays?

Normal equivalent time off is usually provided during the week Signup and view all the answers

What is true regarding Indigenous inmates attending spiritual and cultural ceremonies?

Payment levels remain unaffected for authorized absences Signup and view all the answers

What happens if an inmate refuses to participate in any program assignment as part of their Correctional Plan?

The inmate's payment will remain at level D. Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for completing the inmate performance evaluation at least every six months?

The Correctional Officer II/Primary Worker Signup and view all the answers

What is a necessary action before an inmate can contest their payment level assignment?

Notify the Correctional Intervention Board in writing within five working days. Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstance can the Manager, Programs initiate a review of an inmate’s pay level?

There is a significant change in the inmate’s institutional behavior. Signup and view all the answers

What does an inmate receive if they are suspended from a program assignment?

Zero pay for 10 working days. Signup and view all the answers

What document is used by the Manager, Programs for inmate pay review?

Inmate Pay Review form (CSC/SCC 1138-1) Signup and view all the answers

What may occur if the Correctional Officer II/Primary Worker does not concur with an inmate’s pay level recommendation?

The Correctional Intervention Board will be convened. Signup and view all the answers

What happens if an inmate withdraws from a work assignment without providing advance notice?

The inmate may be suspended and the assignment terminated. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to an inmate's pay level if they start a new program after being suspended from another?

They will be placed on level C pay. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Correctional Intervention Board in the context of inmate payment levels?

To assess and review inmate participation in program assignments. Signup and view all the answers

What must happen within two working days after an inmate's suspension?

The program/work supervisor must notify the offender and the relevant management. Signup and view all the answers

What should occur if an inmate cannot meaningfully participate in a program assignment?

The assignment will be placed as 'incomplete' without a suspension. Signup and view all the answers

If an inmate's participation in a program assignment is terminated, what is the immediate pay status of that inmate?

They will be placed on allowance until a new assignment is found. Signup and view all the answers

What is one possible informal action a program/work supervisor might take to address an inmate's negative behavior?

Establishing a behavioral contract with the inmate. Signup and view all the answers

What occurs if the Correctional Intervention Board confirms an inmate's suspension?

The inmate will not receive any back payment. Signup and view all the answers

How often will the inmate performance evaluation be reviewed?

Twice a year. Signup and view all the answers

How long can an inmate be on suspension status from a particular program assignment?

No more than six weeks. Signup and view all the answers

What may prompt the Manager, Programs to take action regarding an inmate’s pay level?

A notable change in institutional behavior. Signup and view all the answers

During disciplinary segregation, what is the pay status of an inmate for the first 10 working days?

They will remain on zero pay. Signup and view all the answers

What documentation must an inmate submit to contest their payment level within the timeframe specified?

Written notification to the Correctional Intervention Board. Signup and view all the answers

What can the Correctional Intervention Board do if they find the period of suspension to be excessive?

They can reduce the period of suspension. Signup and view all the answers

What is required to be given to the offender following a decision made by the Correctional Intervention Board?

A written decision and reasons for the decision. Signup and view all the answers

What is the pay status of inmates not participating in a program assignment during segregation after the initial zero pay period?

They will be placed on basic allowance. Signup and view all the answers

What must the program/work supervisor do when an inmate is suspended?

Complete the Offender Suspension from a Program Assignment form. Signup and view all the answers

In the case of administrative segregation, what happens if an inmate’s behavior contributed to their placement?

They may be suspended from their program assignment. Signup and view all the answers

After an inmate is placed on suspension, what period do they have to notify management for a review?

Two working days. Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome if the Correctional Intervention Board cancels an inmate's suspension?

The inmate will receive full back payment for the period of suspension. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Inmate Program Assignments and Payments

Responsibilities: Institutional Head/District Director ensures programs, employment, and vocational opportunities are available and appropriate for offenders, with accommodations for disabilities. They also manage processes for inmate payments, program hours, and limit access to inmate information. The Assistant Warden/Associate District Director leads the Correctional Intervention Board that handles program assignments, terminations, and reviews for suspended offenders. The Manager, Programs manages program assignments, inmate employment, employment orientations, and pay reviews. Correctional Manager reviews pay recommendations. Chief, Health Services, Chief Psychologist, and Security Intelligence Officer provide input for employment applications. Inmate supervisors provide assessments, orientation, and monitor attendance. Parole Officers comment on employment applications. Correctional Officer II/Primary Worker gathers participation data and completes pay reviews.
Offender Expectations: Inmates actively participate in their Correctional Plans, including program assignments. They provide necessary information (CSC/SCC 0843) for employment applications.
Exclusions from Payment: Inmates excluded from payment include those working for an outside employer, housed in community correctional centres, provincial facilities (except on federal registries), in Indigenous community care, or receiving a maintenance allowance.
Program Assignment Scheduling: Weekend and holiday program assignments are only for essential, emergency, or exceptional program needs.

Inmate Payments

Payment Levels: Payment levels (A-D) are based on daily rates ($6.90 to $5.25) and allowances ($2.50). Inmates will be given a single payment level for multiple programs.
Daily Payment: Inmates are usually paid for up to 10 full days per payment period. Overtime calculations are based on 1/5th of the daily rate for every hour worked, only authorized when not possible to achieve the week's work hours via other means. Pro-rated payment is applied based on participation duration on active programme days.
Absence from Programmes: Inmates not participating in programs, or with authorized absences, usually receive a $2.50/day allowance. Special allowances for Indigenous inmates attending spiritual ceremonies are stipulated. No allowances for unauthorized absences or disciplinary/suspension periods up to 10 working days.
Refusal to Participate: Inmates refusing to participate in programs or to complete required paperwork (e.g., employment applications) will receive basic allowances on weekdays only; no weekend allowance.

Inmate Transfers and Movements

Transfers: Incoming inmates at other institutions will have their payment level based on prior levels or a new assigned level upon refusal of given programmes, and the receiving institution handles payment during transit.

Inmate Pay Reviews

Review Criteria: Pay levels are based on attendance, punctuality, program performance, Correctional Plan engagement, overall institutional behaviour, any security threat group affiliations, and time at the respective level.
Review Processes: Correctional Officer II/Primary Worker completes pay reviews (CSC/SCC 1138-1). Manager, Programs reviews and makes the final decision when concurring with the recommendations. The Correctional Intervention Board may be convened in certain circumstances like pay level "A" assignment, discrepancy in pay level, inmate contesting the pay decision, or the need for additional information.

Suspensions and Terminations

Suspension Reasons: Suspensions occur for absences without a reasonable excuse or refusal to participate. Informal approaches like behavioural contracts are preferred.
Suspension Procedures: Suspensions follow formal procedures involving the program/work supervisor, Parole Officer, Manager, Programs/Community Program Manager, and Correctional Intervention Board. This process will result in zero pay to the offender and will need approval to end the suspension.
Termination Reasons: Programs can be terminated if meaningful participation is deemed impossible (e.g., due to mental health or educational issues). The termination notice will include a new program assignment to be given within the same time frame. Inmate withdrawal requires 10-working day notice.

Segregation and Administrative Segregation

Segregation: Inmates in segregation for more than 7 days require a Correctional Intervention Board review within 12 working days. Disciplinary segregation includes a 10-day zero-pay period while in the unit. Administrative segregation reviews are handled on a case-by-case basis and consider contributions to the segregation and impact of the program suspension.

Maternity Leave

Maternity Leave: Leave can precede childbirth, with payment levels preserved, and participation in programs is optional.
Leave Duration: Fifteen weeks with pay of the prior level is applicable to Mother-Child Program participants, and six weeks to others with a follow-on nine-week period of adjusting back to the Correctional Plan and maintaining the prior level.

Inmate Injuries

Injury Reporting: Inmate injury reports (CSC/SCC 1397) and injury classifications (CSC/SCC 1375) are completed to document injuries and absences due to injury. Absent for injury during an assignment earns a $2.50 allowance.

Shutdowns

Shutdown Payments: Payments are contingent on whether inmate actions led to the shutdown. Partial or full days of payment will apply depending on participation or absence during the shutdown period.

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Test your knowledge on the responsibilities and processes related to program assignments within a correctional institution. This quiz covers topics such as the roles of the Institutional Head and the Correctional Intervention Board, as well as procedures for inmate employment and payments. Perfect for students in criminal justice or correctional studies.