2018-199-E CRJD - Josh's Hope inmate peer services

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DocuSign Envelope ID: C3C6277B- 2B2D -4CE1- 8478- 7B8CF785AC7B Foundations of Hope Inmate Peer Recovery Program MOU with ORD • The Foundations of Hope Inmate Peer Recovery Program is facilitated and administered by a Certified Peer Support Specialist. • Peer recovery support is a recovery- oriented, evidence -based practice in which a peer, who has a lived experience of addiction and recovery, provides mentorship and support to another individual with a substance use disorder who is currently in the process of recovery. • The Foundations of Hope Inmate Peer Recovery Program operates under Josh's Hope Foundation, Inc. ( "Josh's Hope ") • The Peer Recovery Program has the support of the Orange County Sheriff's Office and the Orange County Criminal Justice Resource Department. • Male inmates are screened for voluntary participation based on the following criteria: a diagnosed substance use disorder, a demonstrated commitment to recovery, a sentence or period of pretrial detention of more than 60 days and the recommendation of Detention Center administrators and the Criminal Justice Resource Department Criminal Case Assessment Specialist, Allison Zirkel, LCSW and LCAS. • Inmates are initially screened and assessed by Ms. Zirkel and referred to Josh's Hope. They screen each referral and if accepted to the program, the inmate will complete required admission paperwork and will be moved to a designated cell block that can house up to 6 participants. • The Program includes twice weekly evening recovery group sessions of 90 minutes led by a certified peer support specialist. There will be a maximum participation period of six months. • The group session curriculum, as designed by Josh's Hope with materials from the Copeland Center, includes, but is not limited to: problem - solving workshops, wellness recovery training, relapse prevention, positive self- advocacy, motivational and mindfulness instruction, expressive art therapy and introduction to outside supports. • Each participant receives a Certificate of Completion after a minimum of 60 days of participation. • The Program works with each participant to identify needs and supports which will enhance their ability to engage in positive opportunities and ultimately reduce their likelihood of relapse and recidivism. • Participants will be followed post - release for up to 12 months in order assist reentry, provide support and document outcomes. • Graduates of the Peer Recovery Program who meet criteria will be provided with vocational training and internship opportunities with Josh's Hope. • The Peer Recovery Program will maintain data on participant completion rates and outcomes for graduates for 12 months after completion. • The program will be funded through grants to the Josh's Hope Foundation and a contract with the Criminal Justice Resource Department for reimbursable services up to $3,500 during fiscal year 2018/2019. These services will be for the peer support