SOP 503.01-att-2: Faith and Character Dormitory Offender Contract

Division:
Facilities
Effective Date:
August 7, 2025
Reference Code:
VK01-0001
Topic Area:
503.01 Policy - Facilities
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Length:
373 words

Summary

This is a voluntary program participation contract that offenders must sign to enter the Faith and Character-Based Dormitory program. The contract outlines 10 key expectations including mandatory attendance, confidentiality, prohibition of violence and contraband, adherence to institutional rules, maintaining dormitory cleanliness, and respectful conduct toward participants and staff. Violations of the contract terms can result in program termination and loss of completion certification.

Key Topics

  • faith-based program
  • character development dormitory
  • offender contract
  • program participation
  • voluntary program
  • dormitory rules
  • program expectations
  • program termination
  • certificate of completion
  • institutional compliance
  • confidentiality agreement
  • housing assignment
  • program requirements

Full Text

503.01
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Faith and Character Dormitory

Offender Contract

I, ________________________________understand that there are a number of rules and
expectations which I must respect as a participant in the Faith and Character-Based
Program. By signing this contract, I acknowledge my awareness and understanding of the
following:

1. I understand that this program is voluntary and, therefore, my attitude, behavior,
and demeanor should represent a willingness to make changes in my life.

2. I agree to promptly attend all scheduled sessions unless given an excused absence
from staff.

I also understand that the program staff and/or volunteers have the discretion to
determine if my missing a session was legitimate. I understand that if my progress in
the program is affected by excessive absences, I may be terminated from the
program and not receive a certificate of program completion.

3. I understand that the personal information discussed in the group is confidential,
and I agree to respect this confidentiality by not discussing the information outside
the group.

4. I understand that I will be discharged from the program if I violate any of the
following:

Acts of physical violence, possession of weapons, gang-related activity,

Escape planning, use and/or possession of alcohol or any illicit drugs, and
any act which puts at risk the program, program participants, staff,
volunteers, or the institution.

5. I understand the program will support and follow all institutional rules and
regulations outlined in the inmate handbook. I agree to follow all institutional and
program rules and procedures.

6. I understand that during the time I am an active participant in this program, I will
be housed in the Faith and Character-Based Dormitory. Upon successful
completion of the program, I will be moved to another living unit.

7. At all times, I will conduct myself with respect for each participant, staff, and
volunteer.

8. I am to keep myself and the dormitory inspection ready at all times.

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9. I understand I may be discharged for lack of progress toward goals and/or
consistent violation of rules and procedures.

10. I understand that I will receive a Certificate of Completion if I satisfactorily meet all
requirements of the program.

THE ABOVE INFORMATION HAS BEEN EXPLAINED TO ME AND I HAVE
RECEIVED A COPY OF THE PROGRAM RULES.

_____________________ _____________
Offender Participant Date

_____________________ _____________
Coordinator Date

Attachments (5)

  1. Faith and Character-Based Dormitory - Offender Application (127 words)
  2. Faith and Character Dormitory Offender Contract (373 words)
  3. Faith and Character-Based Dormitory Rules (331 words)
  4. Faith and Character-Based Program - Correctional Associate (Volunteer) Contract (143 words)
  5. Faith and Character-Based Prison Application (101 words)
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