Training federal probation officers as mental health specialists
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2004-09
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Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts
Abstract
The rate of mental illness in the offending population is estimated at about three to four times that of the general population. Here, Slate et al suggest the establishment of a certified training model for mental health specialists in federal supervision, and describe the necessary components of such program.
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Correctional personnel, Crisis intervention (Mental health services), Employees—Training of, Therapeutic jurisprudence
Citation
Slate, R. N., Feldman, R., Roskes, E., & Baerga, M. (2004). Training Federal Probation Officers as Mental Health Specialists. Federal Probation, 68(3), 9–15.