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These are TC activities that provide intellectual stimulation, seek personal involvement, and are conducted 1–2 hours once a week. _______________
Seminars
This type of seminar uses an open format that allows group participation. _______________
Discussion
These are mind-expanding activities designed to elicit thought, creativity, and imagination among residents. _______________
Games
This seminar category involves presenting specific information together with games. _______________
Games
This TC activity is done 1–2 hours once a month, with 20–30 residents and a facilitator, to practice reasoning and logical argumentation. _______________
Debate
How many minutes is allotted for each speaker to present their opinion during the debate proper? _______________
2 minutes
This component of Therapeutic Community focuses on developing skills starting from actual performance of job functions within the community. _________________________
Vocational and Survival Components
Give the three (3) bases for arranging job functions and work assignments in the TC hierarchy.
1. Seniority
2. Individual progress
3. Productivity
Give three (3) responsibilities of the Expediting Team.
- Oversees day-to-day affairs of different departments
- Reports incidents and overall attitude of the community
- Manages attendance of residents in groups and activities
- Assigns room assignments and "big brother/sister" to new residents
- Coordinates with staff on announcements, medications, and court hearings
Enumerate four (4) key duties of the Kitchen Department.
- Prepares and cooks food for daily consumption
- Maintains food quality, dietary requirements, and menu planning
- Ensures sanitary environment and proper food storage
- Minimizes food wastage and serves meals on time
- Conducts regular health screening of kitchen staff
Enumerate three (3) tasks of the Maintenance and Landscaping Department.
- Maintains cleanliness of grounds and landscaping
- Performs minor repairs of facilities and equipment
- Monitors proper usage of water and electricity
- Maintains inventory of materials and equipment
Name the six (6) departments/units within the Therapeutic Community as specified in the BJMP TCMP Manual.
1. Business Office Department (BOD)
2. Expediting Team
3. Kitchen Department
4. Maintenance and Landscaping Department
5. Housekeeping Department
6. Laundry Department
Who facilitates the regular job rotation process by calling a meeting of staff and counselors?
TCMP Director
Who serves as the Director of the TC facility and oversees all program activities?
Warden/Director
Who makes the final decision on what sanctions or learning experiences will be given to erring residents?
Warden/Director
A staff member assigned for each department; responsible for daily conduct of TC activities and individual counseling.
Counselors
Three (3) Key Staff Positions in TCMP
1. Director
2. Assistant Director
3. Counselor
Enumerate the Functions of the Director
1. Oversees all activities in the program
2. Designates staff to serve as Counselors
3. Makes final decisions on sanctions or learning experiences for erring residents
This type of job change happens regularly every six months.
Job Rotation
This job change happens suddenly when a resident holding a key position commits a violation.
With Infraction / Offense Committed
When a resident is released and leaves a position open, this type of job change occurs.
Vacated Positions upon Release
Two (2) Objectives of Livelihood and Skills Training
1. To motivate resident participation in training in preparation for reintegration into society
2. To cultivate and enhance one's capacity to become productive and improve self-worth
Who may conduct the interview and selection for vacated positions? (4 persons)
1. Director
2. IWDO - Inmates Welfare and Development Officer
3. Chief Escort
4. Custodial
Steps in Job Rotation (3 Steps)
1. Director calls staff/counselors meeting to facilitate position changes
2. Coordinators apply for desired positions; staff evaluate applications
3. Director or IWDO announces new assignments to the community
Three Types of Job Changes
1. Job Rotation
2. With Infraction / Offense Committed
3. Vacated Positions upon Release