Correctional Services
The Salvation Army Correctional Service
105 S. Ashland Ave. Chicago, IL 60607-2401
Phone: (312) 421-2406
What is Correctional Services?
A variety of programs have been offered under the umbrella of SACSP to assist
incarcerated men and women, those in transition from prison to the community,
and troubled youth. These include and adult Community Correctional program,
a transportation program to help families visit incarcerated relatives, a Christmas gift program for children of the incarcerated, Chaplaincy services, and a youth group home.
What Is The Community Correctional Program?
Since its inception in 1975, The Salvation Army Community Correctional Program has assisted more than 20,000 men and women in their return to the community.
The Salvation Army Community Correctional program is a residential work release program designed to help those who have been imprisoned to effectively reenter society. We provide transitional housing and services for offenders who are referred by the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) under contract with the U.S. Department of Justice The facility receives pre-release referrals from the Federal Bureau of Prisons, probation cases from the Federal Courts. The Community Correctional Program provides residential service for up to 175 men and women. The program offers a safe, secure and structured environment in which offenders are given positive motivation to make effective changes in their lives.
Resident Advisor
Each resident works with a Resident Advisor, who conducts a Needs Assessment and helps develop an Individual Program Contract. The contract addresses all areas of resident needs and goals and includes a time schedule for achievement.
Counseling and Guidance
Professional counselors work with residents to resolve personal problems and assist in family reconciliation. Family counseling and spiritual development are also offered.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health
Some residents participate in Substance Abuse Education and Treatment conducted by certified therapists others receive help with Mental Health issues. Assessment, individual counseling, and group counseling are provided as part of this program.
Restorative Justice and Life Skills
Residents are required to participate in programming that includes combination of personal life skills training and specially planned efforts to reconcile with family and the community. Programming supports of family reunification, meaningful employment and financial stability as well as personal adjustment.
Academic and Vocational Skills
Some residents have had little or no formal education and lack reading and writing skills. A tutoring program is provided to help individuals gain literacy skills and learn basic computer skills. Non graduates of high school enroll in a community GED program to earn a high school equivalency certificate. Classes which teach English as a second language are also available.
Resident also may enroll in community college, universities, and trade and technical schools to prepare for employment.
Preparation for Employment
All residents are expected to be employed or seek employment within 15 days of arrival at the facility. Many clients have never held steady jobs or had experience in locating employment. Through videos and motivational workshops, residents learn such skills as time management, interviewing skills, developing job leads, how to apply for positions, appropriate dress, and positive presentations.
Youth Group Home
The Family Gathering home provides a safe nurturing environment for seven young men who have been involved in the correctional system. The program includes counseling, education, recreation and family therapy.