SOP 503.01-att-4: Faith and Character-Based Program - Correctional Associate (Volunteer) Contract

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

Summary

This contract outlines the responsibilities and expectations for volunteers serving as Correctional Associates in the Faith and Character-Based Program. Volunteers agree to maintain confidentiality, attend assigned sessions on time, prepare thoroughly, treat staff and offenders with respect, provide counseling support, conduct sessions only in approved areas, and comply with all GDC policies and procedures.

Key Topics

  • volunteer contract
  • faith-based program
  • character-based program
  • correctional associate
  • volunteer responsibilities
  • confidentiality
  • facility volunteer
  • group counseling
  • inmate counseling
  • volunteer expectations

Full Text

SOP 503.01
Attachment 4

08/07/2025

Faith and Character-Based Program

Correctional Associate Contract

As a Correctional Associate (Volunteer) for the Faith and Character- Based
Program, I, _______________________________, understand that I have the
following responsibilities:

1. To respect and keep confidential (with the usual legal and ethical
restrictions), all personal information shared in the group and personal
interviews.

2. To report at the assigned time for each assigned session (unless the facility
has been notified in advance).

3. To be thoroughly prepared to facilitate each assigned session.

4. To treat staff members/offenders with respect and courtesy.

5. To be available for personal counseling at breaks and before or after group
sessions, if time allows.

6. To conduct individual/group counseling sessions only in areas of the facility
that are approved for the activity.

7. To follow all institutional rules/policies/procedures set forth by the Georgia
Department of Corrections.

_____________________________________ __________________
Volunteer Signature Date

_____________________________________ __________________
On-Site 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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