NCJ Number
155305
Date Published
1991
Length
62 pages
Annotation
This report presents the methodology and findings of an evaluation of the performance and goal achievement of the Federal Intensive Supervision Program (ISP) in Hyattsville, Md., during 1989 and 1990.
Abstract
Although ISP-Hyattsville parolees are not subject to any additional requirements beyond the Federal Conditions of Release, their level of supervision is greatly increased, with an average of 18 contacts by project staff per month. Supervision requirements of ISP participants are determined on a case-by-case basis by project staff. In addition to surveillance, project staff provide various support services to parolees. A teamwork approach is used. While one officer spends the majority of time in the field with parolees at their homes and job sites, as well as with the staff of social service agencies, the second officer performs most of the required administrative duties. This report first summarizes prior research on intensive supervision programs for both probation and parole clients. This is followed by an overview of the ISP-Hyattsville. Results of client interviews are presented, as well as staff perceptions of the changing role of supervision, the teamwork approach to casework, reprimand/revocation policies, and success measurement. Staff recommendations are also presented. A section on methodology explains the process used to collect data on ISP clients and (regular supervision parolees). Another section presents data from both groups, followed by a discussion of key findings. The evaluation concludes that the ISP has focused, as intended, on high-risk parolees. Project staff has supplied increased surveillance and provided clients with essential support mechanisms critical to maintaining law-abiding behavior. The recommendations focus on improving support services. 17 tables, 30 references, and appended data collection instruments