Ethics for Problem Solving Courts
JSI Co-President Judge Brian Mackenzie (Ret.) will discuss ethics for Problem Solving Courts for the 2023 Colorado Problem Solving Court Conference. Problems Solving Courts modify the role of judges and lawyers that work within them. Judges, must navigate a collaborative decision-making team role. Prosecutors and defense advocates must pull back from their traditional adversarial role
The Intersections between mental health, substance use disorder and co-occurring disorder.
JSI Associate Danette Montoya will discuss the intersection between mental health, substance use disorders and co-occurring disorders for the 2023 Colorado Problem Solving Court Conference. Those individuals who develop substance use disorders are also diagnosed with mental health disorders. Treatment and understanding of this subpopulation can be attained by clinical or systems-related interventions. One of
Procedural Fairness in the Trauma-Informed Courtroom
This session will focus on procedural fairness in creating a trauma informed courtroom. Specifically, Judge Brian MacKenzie (Ret.) will discuss practical suggestions using the concept of procedural fairness for the courtroom personnel who are trauma informed. As a result of this program, attendees will be able to: Learn why judges and other justice professionals need to
Building a Team to Last
This session focuses on the various members on a Treatment Court team and the importance of collaboration among those members. Specifically, Chief Mack Jenkins (Ret.) will discuss evidence based best practices for team composition, evidence based roles of team members, participation in staffing meetings and review hearings, and communication and decision- making. The role of
Louisiana MOUD Training – 1
Louisiana State Police Auditorium 7667 Independence Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA, United StatesThe Justice Speakers Institute (JSI), in collaboration with the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections, is delighted to present an opportunity for for correction and probation officers and law enforcement officers to acquire additional knowledge on how to supervise individuals with an Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and/or other Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and recognize
Caring for Justice: Care and Case Management with Smartphone Engagement Apps and Care Coordination
George R. Brown Convention Center 1001 Avenida de las Americas, Houston, TX, United StatesGain insights from state leaders and practitioners on their shift towards care management and the use of engagement apps to enhance recovery outcomes in Treatment Courts. Lead by JSI Vice President, Chief Mack Jenkins (Ret.), the panel discussion will delve into the definition of care management within the justice space, the rationale for choosing care
Louisiana MOUD Training – 2
Shreveport, LAThe Justice Speakers Institute (JSI), in collaboration with the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections, is delighted to present an opportunity for for correction and probation officers and law enforcement officers to acquire additional knowledge on how to supervise individuals with an Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and/or other Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and recognize
Louisiana MOUD Training – 3
Covington, LouisianaThe Justice Speakers Institute (JSI), in collaboration with the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections, is delighted to present an opportunity for for correction and probation officers and law enforcement officers to acquire additional knowledge on how to supervise individuals with an Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and/or other Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and recognize
Community Supervision/Treatment Collaborative: A Collaborative Application of the RNR Model
Marriott Marquis New York 1535 Broadway, New York, NY, United StatesChief Mack Jenkins With the ongoing evolution of the criminal justice system, there has been a greater recognition of the prevalence of behavioral health needs among individuals who have chronic contact with the criminal justice system. There is abundant research emphasizing the need to focus on those individuals who are assessed as having a high
The Role of the Judge as a Team Leader
Vail, Colorado Vail, CO, United StatesAn effective team has a number of ‘building blocks’ including clear objectives, balanced roles, and effective communication. It must also have good processes for making, implementing and reviewing decisions. An effective team has appropriate leadership creating an atmosphere that allows for experimentation and openness. The subject matter of this training will be partially driven by
