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NCYF: Pup Smoke

October 21, 2024

The Nebraska Correctional Youth Facility has been privileged to participate in fostering dogs through the Nebraska Humane Society (NHS). The NCYF dog program enables dogs to reside at the facility while receiving additional care or awaiting adoption. Each canine companion is paired with an incarcerated individual who has undergone orientation and training to become a dog handler.

Smoke had been at the facility for an extended period and repeatedly went out for adoption only to return for various reasons. After several months of this back-and-forth, the facility made the decision to adopt Smoke. Smoke was officially...Read more

5-Key Model for Reentry

October 21, 2024

As part of TRANSFORM Nebraska, NDCS has adopted the 5-Key Model for Reentry and Well-being Development. This model provides a variety of rehabilitative services divided into five different keys:

Positive Relationships Positive Social Engagement Meaningful Work Trajectories Effective Coping Strategies Healthy Thinking Patterns

Each category focuses on specific needs through a variety of programs. The model encourages individuals to be proactive in choosing how they focus their personal development before reentering their community. #TRANSFORMNebraska #programs #reentry

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Class 1224 Graduates

October 18, 2024

Help us welcome the newest NDCS teammates, Class 1224 who have joined our mission to keep people safe. Over the last six weeks, they spent time together in the classroom at the Staff Training Academy learning NDCS policies and safe procedures, and on-the-job training at their respective facilities. Next week they will join the ranks of NDCS team members at the facilities and continue their journey and to help TRANSFORM Nebraska. #TRANSFORMNebraska #People #PhysicalPlant #Programs #PoliciesRead more

Peer Support Celebration Day

October 17, 2024

Governor Jim Pillen has proclaimed October 17th as Peer Support Celebration Day, in recognition of the impact of incarcerated individuals serving in peer support or facilitation roles at Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS).

Peer support is a proven best practice. Peers help others move toward holistic well-being by encouraging positive growth in the areas of healthy thinking patterns, effective coping strategies, positive social engagement, positive relationships, and meaningful work trajectories.

The important work provided by individuals who practice peer support in Nebraska correctional...Read more

OCC Maintenance Collaboration

October 16, 2024

These teammates at the Omaha Correctional Center (OCC) collaborated with individuals incarcerated at OCC to upgrade and innovate the facility infrastructure by fixing the sidewalk outside their visitation center. By consistently maintaining the structural and operational integrity of our #PhysicalPlants, we are achieving the agency's mission of keeping our teammates, incarcerated individuals and their families safe. #KeepPeopleSafe #TRANSFORMNebraska #MeaningfulWorkTrajectories

Apply for a job, stay for a career with our Maintenance Team! We’re hiring Maintenance Specialists at several facilities across the state....Read more

Wellness Centers at NDCS

October 15, 2024

At NDCS we prioritize wellness for everyone, both our teammates and the individuals housed at our facilities. A key component of this commitment is physical well-being, which is why we offer these wellness spaces at facilities across the agency! #Wellness #People #HealthRead more

NDCS Leadership Trainings

October 11, 2024

Our NDCS leadership trainings are a fantastic way for our #People to get to know leaders from facilities across the agency. These recent graduates of Leadership Academy spent a week learning alongside each other, forming connections they can take with them throughout their careers with NDCS. #Leadership

Learn more about this training on our social media platforms Facebook | Instagram |...Read more

Leadership Academy

October 10, 2024

Leadership Academy is not only a way for leaders to learn valuable tools, it’s also a chance to meet and collaborate with teammates from facilities across NDCS!

This cohort of NDCS teammates spent a week together walking through a variety of exercises and discussions aimed to help them unlock their leadership potential. From diving into their strengths to practicing effective ways of handling difficult conversations, graduates of the academy got hands-on experience learning the tools and skills that will elevate their leadership.

A big thanks to Professional Development Administrator Lindsey Carter, who...Read more

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