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M03: Effective Communication Training: A Bucks County Forensic Initiative
Robert E. Kelsey, MDiv, & Dorothy J. Farr, LSW, LADC, CCDP-D
1.5 hours Focus: Forensics Involvement
Description:
This workshop explores a current initiative in Bucks County designed to reduce recidivism in the criminal
population through the use of specific communication strategies. The trainers explore the research data on
“what works” to reduce recidivism in the offender population, review the principles of effective correctional
interventions, and clarify how traditional mental health and drug and alcohol treatment interventions must be
modified to reduce recidivism with this population.
Educational Objectives: Participants will be able to:
• Describe the difference between Risk Control and Risk Reduction strategies in working with the
offender population;
• Recognize the unique characteristics of criminal logic and how traditional treatment approaches must
be altered to deal effectively with this population;
• Describe basic concepts in the “What Works Research” of Andrews and Bonta;
• Summarize the integrated approach being taken in Bucks County to more effectively intervene with
offenders utilizing the mental health, drug and alcohol, and correctional systems.
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