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Powder River Flurry PRCF Inmate Newsletter

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Newsletter Date 6/9/2017

Volume 15, Issue 2

Weekly Weather Inside this issue:

Weather & Movies 1

Updates 1-4

Commissary News 5

Events Calendar 6

New Directions 7

IWP Job Openings 8-9

Sunday Movie:

THE JUNGLE BOOK

A panther leads a human boy on a trek through the jungle in order to reunite him with his kind. Along the way, the boy encounters a lazy bear, a devious snake and an orangutan who dreams of controlling fire.

Sun-Jun-11 High 67° / Low 38° Warmer and Sunny

Mon-Jun-12 High 59° / Low 34° Cloudy and Cooler

Tue-Jun-13 High 67° / Low 35° Thunderstorm Possible

Wed-Jun-14 High 74° / Low 37° Mostly Sunny

Thu-Jun-15 High 74° / Low 44° Afternoon Rain

Fri-Jun-16 High 80° / Low 44° Mostly Cloudy

Sat-Jun-17 High 77° / Low 47° Cloudy

Saturday DOC Movie:

CELL

A man search-es for his son during a zombie uprising caused by a mysterious cell-phone sig-nal.

Important Updates

Almond Joy

Double shot espresso with steamed milk 1 oz of coconut and hazelnut flavored syrup with chocolate sauce as a topping.

1.50 Coffee Cart Ticket

Per Staff If You Don’t Have An Appointment You Will Be Held Accountable.

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Institution Counselors

Institution Counselors will be responsible for all non-release related issues from PRCF intake until they are either re-

leased or transferred from the facility. Such duties include but are not limited to:

Intake Assessment Incentive Level

Inmate Classification Whale Classification

Courts / Community Stakeholders Multi-Disciplinary Team

1206 Transfers Case Plan Reviews

PRCF Institution Counselors are divided using the last number of an inmate SID as follows:

Counselor Marvin – Odd

Counselor Johnson - Even

Release Counselors will be responsible for all duties related to release, starting 120 days prior to GP release or AIP non-

prison leave. Such duties include but are not limited to:

Housing

Release Transportation PO Reach-In

Dress Outs PRCF Release Counselors are divided using the last two numbers of an inmate SID as follows:

Counselor Ballard (00 – 49)

Counselor Calaway (50 – 99)

From the desk of Administrative Rules: Below is a list of status changes for the DOC administrative rules since 4/7/17: 291-026: Contracts and Government Agreements

These rule amendments are necessary to bring the rules current with state procurement rules, poli-cies, and statutes and to reflect operational and organizational changes that have occurred within the department since the rules were last revised.

The last day to submit comments is July 19, 2017.

HOW TO COMMENT: Written comments can be submitted to the Rules Coordinator, DOC, 2575 Center Street NE, Salem, OR 97301-4667. PERMANENT RULES: 291-058: Structured, Intermediate Sanctions 291-062: Alternative Incarceration Programs DOC rules are available for review in the inmate legal library.

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Date: May 24, 2017

To: All DOC Inmates

From: Community Corrections Division

Subject: Changes to STTL

The Short-Term Transitional Leave (STTL) rule is changing! The new rule will become effec-

tive on June 12, 2017. A few of the more significant changes are highlighted below. If you

are currently eligible for short-term transitional leave, please review the changes carefully.

For more detail you can obtain and review a copy of the revised rule (OAR 291.063) through

your facility law library.

Significant Changes

Additional crimes are now restricted from being eligible.

You cannot have been found guilty of any Level 1 or 2 major violations within 15

months of your projected release date (PRD).

You cannot have received a failure of corrections plan (FOCP) within 15 months of

your projected release date (PRD).

You cannot have failed non-prison or short-term transitional leave during your current

term of DOC incarceration, or the one immediately previous.

You cannot have been designated as a sexually violent dangerous offender, predatory

sexual offender, or classified as a Tier III sex offender.

You must have an eligible period of post-prison supervision.

The new rule also adds an Administrative Review Process. An offender may obtain an admin-

istrative review of a denial by submitting a request in writing to the Assistant Director of the

Community Corrections Division. All administrative review decisions are final. Since the

rule now includes this process, grievances regarding STTL denials will no longer be accepted

or processed.

After reading the rule if you still have questions regarding your eligibility please contact your

release counselor.

Department of Corrections Community Corrections Division

2575 Center Street NE Salem, OR 97301-4667

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Seasonal allergy time…is upon us at PRCF! The best hay fever treatment is to avoid the substances that cause your reaction. Howev-er, this isn't always possible. These self-care measures should provide you some relief….

Antihistamine Claritin (Loratadine) is available on canteen. Newer oral antihista-mines work as well or better than the older antihistamines and are less likely to make you drowsy.

Try to identify the allergen and avoid it!

Analgesics may help with discomfort; Tylenol, Ibuprofen and Aspirin are available on the unit.

Drink plenty of fluids.

Continue to practice good hygiene…washing face (especially when you return from outside) and hands often.

It is suggested that you use available canteen products. If you have purchased the availa-ble allergy medication and you are still experiencing significant allergy symptoms, please notify Medical Services.

Notice from R&D

Reminder: If you are no longer part of the outside crews, but still have outside crew gear, please return it ASAP to R&D.

(Example: Boots, Gloves, Safety vests etc).

Powder River Correctional Facility invites you and your family to participate in the fifth annual Family Day. Family Day was created to

bring families together for greater understanding on the positive changes you are making in your recovery and planning for a

successful transition home.

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Powder River Correctional Facility

Saturday August 26th 2017 from 11:15 am to 3:30 pm

Pre-registration is

required by August 4, 2017.

Please submit completed Fam-ily Day order form with the names of your guests, their relationship to you and age, for those 17 and under, along with attached CD 28.

Maximum of 5 guests per In-mate. If there is an exception needed, please contact your DOC counselor.

All guests must be approved on your approved visitors list.

Participation Cost

$5.00 per adult in custody. $4.00 per guest. There will be no charge for children under 2 years old.

Summer Fun

Summer Fun

Summer Fun

Menu: Cheese Burger

Hot Dog Chips Fruit

Activities Schedule

Schedule of Events

Tuesday and Thursday — Movie signup in Admin from 10:15 am to 10:45 am.

Wednesday — Pastry Pickup in Admin from 10:15 am to 10:45 am.

Friday — Activity and Coffee Ticket Pickup in Admin from 10:15 am to 10:45 am.

Incentive Movie — Announced on units and located in the dinning hall.

Holiday Movie — Playing on the Units Channel 53 at 8 am.

Fundraiser — In Dining Hall around 5-6 pm.

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June 2017

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 2 3 Bean Bag Toss

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30

Saturday Game

Located on the Yard

Signup at 8:15 am

Play starts at 8:30 am

Hosted By: Mr. Ashton

Incentive Movie:

Compadres

Tired of all the red lights in life?

G.P Outreach gives the green light to a successful and

rewarding lifestyle

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New Directions Submission

Be on the look out for the next round of G.P. Outreach Sign Up Sheets on your unit. If you miss the Sign Up Sheet

please send a communication to Mr. Washington to be added to the list.

Here’s what a G.P. Committee member has to say

For nearly nine years I’ve been wasting away in prison, dwelling on every-

thing that I’ve lost. It’s pointless to count the times I’ve told myself and others

that I would do anything for another chance at life, another chance to be with my

3 beautiful children. I’ve seen many others say the same, get that chance and

throw it all away once again for their addiction. I came to the conclusion that no

matter how many chances I get it doesn’t matter until I can confront my addiction.

In my addiction, my value system was distorted, it didn’t matter what I put at

the top of my list, my children, women, freedom; none of it mattered. I would

always choose my addiction first. For a lot of years I have waited for this oppor-

tunity to get into the AIP Program. I didn’t let all the horror stories about the pro-

gram distract me; how hard the program was, that it was a rat program, that I

would walk around like a brainwashed robot for 16 hours a day. I told myself not

to take anything that people said to heart because we all know that misery loves

company, but still, I was worried! I couldn’t help it.

Failing the program was not an option for me, so I signed up for GP Outreach

to see what it was honestly about and how I could prepare for the program. They

answered my questions and told me ways that I could get a head start in the pro-

gram. I did what I could and remained patient. Eventually my time came to go

into the program, 45 months sooner I get to be with my children and to do all the

things that I’ve been dreaming about for years. So yah, I’m getting a time cut, but

more than that, I’ve learned the tools that I need to ensure that there will never be

another prison sentence for me to do in the future.

The AIP Program is nothing like others have made it out to be, it’s actually

harder to fail than it is to succeed. The accountability system is no more than a

way to address one and others behaviors, its up to us (the peers to handle behav-

iors at the lowest level). We don’t get the C/O’s or the staff involved. And yes we

do get up early, but it’s teaching me the importance of structure and organization.

I believe the communication skills that I’ve learned are going to make me a better

father, son, husband, friend and employee. I’ve learned to be assertive, set

boundaries and how to express myself in a pro-social manner. I’m tired of being

sick and tired and I can’t wait to experience my life in new ways rather than just

survive in a state of miserable existence. I am extremely grateful for the oppor-

tunity that the AIP Program has provided for me.

Patrick Loreman. Release date: 6-27-2016

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IWP Positions

ASSIGNMENT: Warner Creek Telephone Agent SCHEDULE: 6:00 AM-2:30 PM M-F

(Reminder: Days and hours are subject to change at anytime to meet program needs)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

ALL applicants will need to pass a security screening and interview's) be-fore being considered for a position. Address Applications to:

Mr. Murphy WCCF Contact Center

PRAS: 0-6 months 11 PRAS points +

a Team Goal Award PRAS match. 6-24 months 14 PRAS points + a Team Goal Award PRAS match. 24 months or more 16 PRAS points + a Team Goal Award PRAS

match. Clerks and Trainers 17 PRAS points + a Team Goal Award PRAS match. Plus you are eligible to re-ceive an added bonus from this company for which you

will work.

Have NO convictions for any crimes of deception. Have a GED or higher. Have a MINIMUM of 6 months clear conduct. Have a MINIMUM of 4 months in DOC custody. No program failures within the previous 6 months. Must have a verified Social Security Number. Preferred to have at least 12 months left on current sentence. Possess the ability to read, write and speak English well. Typing skills are a plus. Cannot be in programs which would conflict with call center shift hours.

Cook Positions The Kitchen is looking for COOKS with minimum of 6 months of experience.

Minimum Qualifications to apply:

Good conduct record

Prior experience is cooking in a commercial

kitchen

Must take pride in his good workmanship

Attention to detail

and able to follow

instructions

If you have the skills and are

interested, please fill out an

application CD#1523 and

submit it to Ms. Hysong.

Skills associated with this position:

Analyze menus

Apply food handling rules

Apply health and sanitation standards

Apply nutritional practices

Apply quality assurance techniques

Clean, peel and slice fruits and vegetables

Cook in quantity

Follow recipes

Identify cut and grade of meat

Interpret and apply health regulations in food service

Maintain consistent quality

Measure or weigh ingredients

Operate baking equipment

Operate cooking equipment

Operate food preparation equipment

Prepare meals

Procure and store meat

Use basic mathematics

Work as a team member

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Job Opening

The Kitchen is looking for an experienced Baker with minimum of 6 months before release date or entering treat-

ment.

Work assignment includes, but not limited to: mix and bake ingredients to produce breads, rolls, cookies, cakes, pies,

pastries, or other baked goods.

Skills associated with this position:

Analyze recipes

Apply food decorating techniques

Apply food handling rules

Apply health and sanitation standards

Decorate cakes

Follow recipes

Follow safety procedures

Follow written instructions

Keep production records

Maintain consistent quality

Measure or weigh ingredients

Mix ingredients per formula or recipe

Operate baking equipment

Operate cooking equipment

Operate food decorating equipment

Operate food preparation equipment

Operate precision measuring devices, tools and equipment

Set up and operate equipment that mixes or blends ingredients used in the manufacturing of food products

Use basic mathematics

Use inventory control procedures

Use specialized bakery equipment

If you have the skills and are interested, please fill out an application CD#1523 and submit it to Ms. Hysong.

Open Work Assignment

PRCF is accepting applications’ for Library/Chaplain Clerk. Work assignment will include: Compiles rec-

ords, sorts and shelves books, and issues and receives library materials. Records data and due dates, inspects

books for damage. Maintains library catalog.

Minimum Qualifications:

6 months until release or eligibility date for treatment.

6 months clear conduct—No MR’s, Daily Work Fails or Program Failures.

GED or enrolled to earn GED.

Must have above beginning level computer skills.

PRAS Points: 9-Entry level, 11-Intermediate, 14-Advanced

Please send a completed application (CD 1523) to: Ms. Hysong

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Job Opening

The Barber Shop is looking for a barber. If you have the skills

and are interested, please fill out a CD#1523 and submit it to