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Appointed as a Monitor in ADA Class Action Litigation cases in county jails and state prisons. Michigan Department of Corrections (McBride v. MDOC), Santa Clara County Jail (Cole v. County of Santa Clara, Shasta County Jail (Jewett v. County of Shasta), Orange County Jail, Santa Bárbara County Jail (Murray v. Santa Barbara County.

The Sabot Consulting, Criminal Justice Division, provides nationally recognized subject matter expertise and consulting services to states and counties in litigation avoidance and risk management through the constitutional operation and management of: City and County Jails; State and Federal Prisons; Local, State, and Federal Probation and Parole Departments. We also provide subject matter expertise in the comprehensive evaluation, development and operation of evidence based programming/best… Show more The Sabot Consulting, Criminal Justice Division, provides nationally recognized subject matter expertise and consulting services to states and counties in litigation avoidance and risk management through the constitutional operation and management of: City and County Jails; State and Federal Prisons; Local, State, and Federal Probation and Parole Departments. We also provide subject matter expertise in the comprehensive evaluation, development and operation of evidence based programming/best practices in the areas of custodial Substance Abuse, Mental Health, Medical, Dental, Americans with Disabilities Act, Developmental Disabilities, Re-Entry, Use of Force, Executive Management, Succession Planning, COMPSTAT, and Strategic Planning. We offer proactive confidential comprehensive evaluations/gap analysis of existing jail/prison/probation custody and community program operations with corrective action plans, and implementation oversight. Our staff also provide consulting services in Information Technology System Architecture Development and Integration; Project Management; IT Governance services, and General Business Consulting Services. Show less

Responsible for the supervision of Facility Captains and 46 staff ensuring court-mandated compliance with the Department’s Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) programs for inmates and parolees with disabilities, the remedial policies approved by the courts in major class action lawsuits including, but not limited to, Armstrong v. Schwarzenegger, Clark v. California, Valdivia v. Schwarzenegger, Lugo v. Schwarzenegger and Lancaster v. Schwarzenegger. Providing general oversight of Facility… Show more Responsible for the supervision of Facility Captains and 46 staff ensuring court-mandated compliance with the Department’s Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) programs for inmates and parolees with disabilities, the remedial policies approved by the courts in major class action lawsuits including, but not limited to, Armstrong v. Schwarzenegger, Clark v. California, Valdivia v. Schwarzenegger, Lugo v. Schwarzenegger and Lancaster v. Schwarzenegger. Providing general oversight of Facility Captain and Correctional Counselor II staff located at California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation’s (CDCR) Headquarters and at institutions throughout the state. Working collaboratively with staff from other CDCR divisions and offices impacted by the above listed court cases and with staff from other State agencies as necessary. Show less

Supervise and train DARS’ Correctional Counselors II/III. Provide administrative and technical expertise in the development and implementation of new in-prison Substance Abuse Programs (SAPs), and SAP policies and procedures. Perform in-prison SAP reviews for program effectiveness and make recommendations for improvement to the DARS Program Managers. Plans, organize, and direct the development, implementation, and administration of SAPs statewide. Provide management and supervision, to all… Show more Supervise and train DARS’ Correctional Counselors II/III. Provide administrative and technical expertise in the development and implementation of new in-prison Substance Abuse Programs (SAPs), and SAP policies and procedures. Perform in-prison SAP reviews for program effectiveness and make recommendations for improvement to the DARS Program Managers. Plans, organize, and direct the development, implementation, and administration of SAPs statewide. Provide management and supervision, to all Correctional Counselors II/III who have responsibility for statewide SAP monitoring, institution liaison, SAP program development and activation, and inmate classification and custody issues. Investigate reports of inmate, parolee, and contract staff misconduct and other regulation and rule infractions and recommend appropriate action. Evaluate the effectiveness of existing inmate placement criteria and provide technical expertise in development of new placement programs designed to increase bed capacity. Liaison with in-prison SAP Contractor staff, Parole Agents, Correctional Counselors, inmates, inmate families, the Legislature, the media, and the public on sensitive in-prison SAP issues. Liaisons with the Division of Adult Institutions, Division of Parole Operations, and other agencies, on SAP establishment and inmate classification and placement issues. Liaison with key administrators at the University of California, San Diego, Pacific Southwest Addiction Transfer Center, concerning training and technical assistance issues for the statewide SAPs, and the University of California, Los Angeles, for program evaluation and continuous quality improvement issues. Serves as a member of the DARS Policy Advisory Committee and the DARS Continuous Quality Improvement Committee. Show less

Managed and directed the Population Management Unit supervising a multi-disciplinary team of three Correctional Counselor III’s, two AGPA’s and one OT. Coordinated with Health Care Regional Administrators, Mental Health Headquarters staff as well as clinical and custody staff in the field, in the direction, placement, and transportation of inmates/patients who need medical or psychiatric care, consistent with custody requirements and the Department’s need to protect public safety. Was… Show more Managed and directed the Population Management Unit supervising a multi-disciplinary team of three Correctional Counselor III’s, two AGPA’s and one OT. Coordinated with Health Care Regional Administrators, Mental Health Headquarters staff as well as clinical and custody staff in the field, in the direction, placement, and transportation of inmates/patients who need medical or psychiatric care, consistent with custody requirements and the Department’s need to protect public safety. Was responsible for coordinating the development and implementation of Unit policies and systems with managers with DCHCS, as well as managers in other organizations such as; Classification Services Unit, Transportation Services Unit, Division of Adult Institutions, Board of Parole Hearings, Offender Information Services, Community Correctional Facilities, Division of Adult Parole Operations, Parole Outpatient Clinics, Department of Mental Health, County Jails and Community Hospitals and Medical Transportation Contractors. Show less

Managed planed, organized, and directed a progressive program for the custody, discipline, classification, treatment, employment and recreation of inmates in a program that housed 1000 inmates including, 600 EOP’s 100 DDP, 200 CCCMS and 100 GP’s. Interpreted and carried out the policies of the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation and the institution. Chaired the Unit Classification Committee, organized and conducted classification and other staff meetings for the proper placement of… Show more Managed planed, organized, and directed a progressive program for the custody, discipline, classification, treatment, employment and recreation of inmates in a program that housed 1000 inmates including, 600 EOP’s 100 DDP, 200 CCCMS and 100 GP’s. Interpreted and carried out the policies of the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation and the institution. Chaired the Unit Classification Committee, organized and conducted classification and other staff meetings for the proper placement of inmates in the academic and vocational education training and occupational programs. Interviewed and counseled inmates on their personal problems and selected inmates to be re-interviewed by members of the classification committee and treatment staff. Reviewed pre-release and board reports for the qualitative improvement of case understanding and recording. Managed the Unit’s Inmate Disciplinary Process. Established and maintained cooperative working relationships with the institution staff outside the unit; trained, supervised, and evaluated the work of assistants and took and/or recommended appropriate action. Supervised the maintenance of safety and sanitary living conditions within the unit. Show less

Performed a variety of tasks ensuring the implementation of effective standards and ongoing compliance and monitoring of constitutional requirements applicable to inmates. Worked with staff from other units/branches, divisions, and agencies in the development and implementation of new and revised policy, including DOM and Title 15 revisions affecting institution and parole operations and processes such as: inmate appeals, custody and classification, disciplinary process, program assignments… Show more Performed a variety of tasks ensuring the implementation of effective standards and ongoing compliance and monitoring of constitutional requirements applicable to inmates. Worked with staff from other units/branches, divisions, and agencies in the development and implementation of new and revised policy, including DOM and Title 15 revisions affecting institution and parole operations and processes such as: inmate appeals, custody and classification, disciplinary process, program assignments, services, activities, physical plant, etc. Had lead responsibility for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) projects, which required review of field operations to resolve local, or system wide ADA compliance issues. Had lead responsibility to develop specialized data needed for CDCR administrators to make necessary decisions pertaining to institution missions, and designated housing or specialized programs for inmates with disabilities. Prepared reports and presented findings to appropriate administrators. Investigated and prepared written responses to inquiries and correspondence from plaintiffs’ attorneys, state and local agencies, concerned citizens, inmates and members of their family, etc. Developed and provided training to field staff on established policy for inmates with disabilities. Prepared proposals to secure resources for the support of programs for inmates with disabilities. Participated in monitoring tours of CDCR institutions with plaintiffs’ attorneys in class action lawsuits. Provided expertise and functional guidance to field ADA coordinators. Served as ADA liaison and expert resource within the Department and representing the Department to federal, state, and local agencies and other persons and entities regarding inmate and visitor accessibility issues and general ADA compliance. Provided staff support to the ADA Title II Warden’s Advisory Group. Participated in compliance reviews, studies, projects, and task force groups regarding Title II of ADA. Show less

• Health Care SectionDeveloped and implemented the Developmental Disability Programto identify DDP inmates for classification endorsement and transferof difficult to place inmates with disabilities. Monitored and ensuredconformity of the DDP plan in the impacted DDP facilities. Trackedand monitored DDP inmate placements to ensure appropriateplacement. Prepared reports and presented findings to Executive staffand administrators. Assisted in the preparation of… Show more • Health Care SectionDeveloped and implemented the Developmental Disability Programto identify DDP inmates for classification endorsement and transferof difficult to place inmates with disabilities. Monitored and ensuredconformity of the DDP plan in the impacted DDP facilities. Trackedand monitored DDP inmate placements to ensure appropriateplacement. Prepared reports and presented findings to Executive staffand administrators. Assisted in the preparation of DepartmentalReview Board cases. Responded to inquiries fromthe public and elected officials. Prepared and processed PC 1170 (d) compassionate release requests for the Directors review. Case conferenced complex classification cases (disciplinary, medical and disability) with CSR’s, CDO’s, Facility Captains. Conducted Institutional Compliance Reviews of the Administrative Segregation-Due Process and Administrative Segregation Unit Bed Utilization Reviews.• Special Assignment – Institution Services Unit, Litigation Management Section.Member of the Harrington-Wisely vs. State of California Liability Assessment Team. Conducted site visits at specific institutions in order to gather pertinent statistical data and specific information related to the following areas: 1) discovery of contraband in visiting areas, 2) institutional drug-related offenses, 3) serious/violent incidents, 4) drug-related investigations, and 5) institutional drug interdiction efforts. Worked in cooperation with the Deputy Attorney General’s Office representing the Department in this litigation. Show less

• Disciplinary Compliance Review SectionDeveloped departmental policy related to inmate discipline drugs and drug testing. Conducted Institutional Compliance Reviews of the Administrative Segregation-Conditions of Confinement and Inmate Disciplinary Process. Provided training at the Lieutenants Academy in the Disciplinary process and Incident Reporting. Conducted Inmate Disciplinary training at institutional at Wardens request. Participated in numerous institutional Administrative… Show more • Disciplinary Compliance Review SectionDeveloped departmental policy related to inmate discipline drugs and drug testing. Conducted Institutional Compliance Reviews of the Administrative Segregation-Conditions of Confinement and Inmate Disciplinary Process. Provided training at the Lieutenants Academy in the Disciplinary process and Incident Reporting. Conducted Inmate Disciplinary training at institutional at Wardens request. Participated in numerous institutional Administrative Reviews for the Directorate. Responded to inquiries from the public and elected officials. Drafted Budget Change Proposals. Assigned as the Institutions Division Liaison for the Drug Reduction Strategy Pilot Project. Assisting in the implementation of a Statewide Drug Interdiction Plan. Show less

• Policy Coordination SectionDeveloped and reviewed departmental policy. Drafted Regulations, DOM, Administrative Bulletins, Informational Bulletins, and Instructional Memorandums for the areas of Visiting, Property, Inmate Disciplinary process. Responded to inquiries from the public and elected officials. Conducted Institutional Compliance Reviews of the Inmate Disciplinary Process. • Disciplinary Compliance Review SectionDeveloped departmental policy related to inmate… Show more • Policy Coordination SectionDeveloped and reviewed departmental policy. Drafted Regulations, DOM, Administrative Bulletins, Informational Bulletins, and Instructional Memorandums for the areas of Visiting, Property, Inmate Disciplinary process. Responded to inquiries from the public and elected officials. Conducted Institutional Compliance Reviews of the Inmate Disciplinary Process. • Disciplinary Compliance Review SectionDeveloped departmental policy related to inmate discipline. Drafted Regulations, DOM, Administrative Bulletins, Informational Bulletins, Instructional Memorandums. Conducted Institutional Compliance Reviews of the Administrative Segregation-Conditions of Confinement and Inmate Disciplinary Process. Provided training at the Lieutenants Academy in the Disciplinary process and Incident Reporting. Conducted Inmate Disciplinary training at institutional at Wardens request. Participated in numerous institutional Administrative Reviews for the Directorate. Responded to inquiries from the public and elected officials. Drafted Budget Change Proposals. Assigned as the Institutions Division Liaison for the Drug Reduction Strategy Pilot Project. Show less