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NDCS teammates show off green on St. Patrick's Day

March 17, 2021

Kermit the Frog has nothing on NDCS staffers…. Teammates showed off their green (and shamrocks) for St. Patrick’s Day.

The Employee Activity Committee helped to promote the event, to get everyone in the holiday spirit. Green means spring is on the way! [☘️] #stpatricksdayRead more

March is Social Work Month

March 16, 2021

Happy Social Work Month! Today Gov. Pete Ricketts issued a proclamation designating March 16 as Social Work Day in Nebraska. The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) recognizes and honors all our social workers who make a positive impact on people’s lives every day.

Social Work Services provides comprehensive and integrated discharge and aftercare planning as part of a continuum of care through Behavioral Health Services. Their goal is to reduce recidivism by connecting inmates to community resources and support that will help them maintain stable lives in the communities in which they reside.

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Thinking for a Change program at NSP celebrates two graduates

March 10, 2021

Congratulations to our two recent graduates from the Thinking for a Change (T4C) program at the Nebraska State Penitentiary. Developed by the National Institute of Corrections, T4C is a high-level cognitive behavioral program that utilizes role playing to help participants address attitudes, behavior, family, friends and change criminogenic thinking. We appreciate our instructors for this session – Michelle Decker, Russell Ogg and Dylan Eckery. #Congratulations #KeepPeopleSafeRead more

Governor Ricketts issues statement celebrating statehood anniversary

March 1, 2021

Today, Governor Pete Ricketts issued a statement celebrating Nebraska’s statehood anniversary.

“In our 154th year as a state, Nebraskans pulled together to overcome the challenges of a historic pandemic,” said Governor Ricketts. “Healthcare workers took great care of patients across our state. Families adjusted their routines to protect at-risk loved ones in their households. Businesses found creative ways to keep the doors open and lights on to serve customers.”

“On this anniversary of our statehood, Nebraskans can be proud of how we’ve worked together to pull through this pandemic with the hallmark grit,...Read more

Prison Fellowship provides free lunch to NSP team members

February 3, 2021

Prison Fellowship showed their appreciation for Nebraska State Penitentiary team members by providing them a free lunch. They wanted to say thank you for all their hard work during this time.

Thank you to Prison Fellowship for your support! #EssentialWorkersRead more

Recreation Manager recognized for 30 years at NDCS

January 20, 2021

Recreation Manager Rob Treptow (right) was recently recognized for 30 years of service to NDCS. Treptow began as a recreation specialist in January 1990 at the Nebraska State Penitentiary (NSP). He promoted to recreation manager in 1992. Treptow’s favorite part about his job is working with his amazing recreation team. He brings a wealth of knowledge to the NSP and NDCS team and is valued by fellow team members. Congratulations, Treptow!Read more

CSI donors helped raised funds for Marketing Manager's son

January 14, 2021

Thanks to anonymous donors, each teammate at Cornhusker State Industries who wore purple on a designated day during Epilepsy Awareness Month helped raise funds in honor of Sales and Marketing Manager Chris Mantzios’ son.

Chris and his wife Melanie are helping to save lives through supporting the Danny Did Foundation. The foundation educates families about epilepsy and distributes monitoring devices that can help warn of a seizure.

https://journalstar.com/news/local/cindy-lange-kubick-after-sons-death-grieving-parents-want-to-help-save-lives/article_5c8d40f5-663f-580f-80f5-d51fce7fbdb7.html?fbclid=...Read more

The Purchasing Team focuses on daily improvements despite COVID-19

October 29, 2020

The Purchasing Team is integral to the mission of NDCS, especially this year when many supplies were needed in light of COVID. Despite that demand, the team has continued to focus on daily improvements. Each morning, members take time to review performance metrics and chart their progress. Taking necessary COVID precautions, the group keeps huddle time to a minimum. Even a brief meeting has its benefits.

Chris Kliment, assistant materiel administrator notes, “The time is great and short, but also will create discussion as to what is happening.”

Autumn Hester is one of the newest members of the purchasing group....Read more

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