The Therapeutic Community Modality is a self-help social learning treatment model used for clients with problems of drug abuse and other behavioral problems such as alcoholism, stealing, and other anti-social tendencies.
HUMAN RIGHTS - rights which are inherent in our nature and without which, we cannot live as human beings. LAWS ON HUMAN RIGHTS BASIC CHARACTERISTICS OF HUMAN RIGHTS INHERENT FUNDAMENTAL INALIENABLE IMPRESCRIPTIBLE INDIVISBLE UNIVERSAL INTERDEPENDENT
God - given rights, acknowledge by everybody to be morally good. Unwritten, but prevail as norms of the society. CLASSIFICATION OF RIGHTS NATURAL RIGHTS constitutional rights Conferred and protected by the constitution and which cannot be modified or taken away by the law - making body. Statutory rights Rights which are provided by law promulgated by the law - making body. May be abolished by the body that created them.
The 1987 Constitution sources and foundation of human rignts law International Bill of Rights International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights Universal Declaration of Human Rights International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights
Any person under investigation for the commission of an offense shall have the right to be informed of his right to remain silent and to have competent and independent counsel preferably of his own choice. If the person cannot afford the services of counsel, he must be provided with one. Those rights cannot be waived except in writing and in the presence of counsel. rights of a person under custodial investigation Section 12, Article iii of the 1987 constitution
republic act no. 7438 An act defining certain rights of person arrested, detained or under custodial investigation as well as the duties of the arresting, detaining and investigating officers, and providing penalties for violations
Is the infliction of some kind of pain or loss upon a person for a misdeed punishment purposes of punishment Deterrence Incapacitation Rehabilitation Retribution
Law creating the Board of Claims under the department of Justice granting compensation for victims of unjust imprisonment or detention and victims of violent crimes. victims compensation program republic act no. 7309 who may apply for compensation A person who was unjustly accused convicted and imprisoned and subsequently released by virtue of a judgment of acquittal; 2. A person who was unjustly detained and released without being charged;
who may apply for compensation 3. A person who is a victim of arbitrary detention by the authorities as defined in RPC under a final judgment of the court. 4. A person who is a victim of a violent crime who includes rape and offenses committed with malice which resulted in death or serious physical and/or psychological injuries permanent incapacity or disability, insanity, abortion, serious trauma, or committed with torture, cruelty or barbarity.
It is a process through which remorseful offenders accept responsibility for their misconduct, particularly to their victims and to the community. what is restorative justice? effects of restorative justice as a rehabilitation program of ppa Reintegration of the offenders to the social mainstream and encouraging them to assume active responsibility for the injuries inflicted to the victims.
procedural safeguards to observed in applying The client must admit the offense to be eligible for the conference Personal visit by the restorative justice planner Victim’s preference for time, date and place should be given greatest weight indigenous system of settling diff/ disputes shall be recognized stakeholders shall be consulted relative to the composition of panel of facilitators pre - conference meeting with the selected facilitators prior to actual conduct of peace encounter conference restorative justice to resolve conflicts arising from the criminal offense
A community - based gathering that brings the victim, the victimized community, and the offender together. It support the healing process of the victims by providing a safe and controlled setting for them to meet and speak with the offender on a confidential and strictly voluntary basis. peacemaking encounter Victim/Offender Mediation - Provides an interested victim an opportunity to meet face - to - face his/her offender in a secured and structured setting or atmosphere. agency peacemaking encounter implemented by:
It involves community of people most affected by crime - the victim and the offender and their families, affected community members. conferencing circle of support A community directed process organized by field office and participated in by the clients. agency peacemaking encounter implemented by:
An Act providing assistance and protection for rape victims, establishing for the purpose A rape crisis center in every province and city, authorizing the appropriation of funds republic act no. 8505 This Act shall be known as the “Rape Victim Assistance and Protection Act of 1998
Under Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) which has supervision over all district, city and municipal jails and detention centers. modalities in the treatment of offenders in the Philippines bureau of jail management and penology (bjmp) provincial governments Have supervision and control over provincial jails.
Bureau of corrections (bucor) Under the Dept. of Justice (DOJ), which has control over the national penitentiary and its penal farms. therapeutic community It is an environment that helps people get help while helping others. It is a treatment environment: the interactions of its members are designed to be therapeutic within the context of the norms that require for each to play the dual role of client - therapist.
The primary “therapist” and teacher is the community itself, consisting of peers and staff, who, as role models of successful personal change, serve as guides in the recvery process. salient features of tc 2. TC adheres to precepts of right living 3. It believes that TC is a place where:
4. There are 5 distinct categories of activity that help promote the change: Relational/ Behavior Management Affective/ Emotional/ Psychological Cognitive/ Intellectual Spiritual Psychomotor/ Vocational - Survival Skills salient features of tc
Once an inmate is committed to jail, he undergoes a series of examination to determine his physical, social, and psychological status. Upon his commitment, a resident is placed on orientation at Reception and Daignostic Center, as he is acquaintedd with the TC program: The rules and norms of the community TC concepts, written and unwritted philosophy The staff and the members of the community The tools of the house Job Functions and TC hierarchy TCMP by BJMP TCMP in BJMP set up is quite unique in the sense that inmates are in custody whil undergoing trial for their individual cases. phase i - Entry/Orientation phase
After proper orientation on the different TC concepts and tools, the resident is now ready to undergo the treatment properly. He becomes a part of the community starting as a crew member of the Housekeeping dept until he gradually ascends in the hierarchy. phase ii - primary treatment Proper use of the diff. tools to address personal issues and concerns and shape behavior Managing own feelings and learning how to express self appropriately Learning how to follow the rules and norms of the community Developing positive coping skills to deal with difficult life situations Enhancing educational and vocational skills to make him productive Improve social skills and recognize the importance of other people’s help in shaping behavior
The resident is expected at this stage to have internalized the TC values and concept to startlife afresh. He should focus on the following learning: phase iii - pre re - entry Rebuilding of social and family ties Going up the ladder of hierarchy by showing leadership REalization of his full potential to be a productive member of society Mapping out of plans phase iv - re - entry A resident at this stage is now ready to be released back to society as he has demonstrated adequate self - control and discipline. The inmate is now preparing for his life outside of jail and is focused on making himself a productive citizen.
phase iv - re - entry The resident must focus on the following: Transition to life outside of jail. Creating a new lifestyle applying the tools and concept of TC. Learning positive coping skills to deal with day-to-day situations. Re-establishing and strengthening family ties and support group Reintegration into the mainstream of society. Developing realistic and attainable goals in life. phase v - aftercare Aftercare is an outpatient program that requires clients to report twice a week to an outreach center. They are required to attend group sessions to ensure their adjustment to life outside jail to reduce recidivism. The clients are focused on the following: Maintaining positive behavior and prevent recidivism Strengthening coping mechanism Maintaining relationships and support mechanism Sustaining interest in job or vocation to maintain livelihood Integration into society
It is a daily ritual that starts the day in a TC facility. It is attended by the whole community and lasts for an hour. It commences with the opening prayer, singing of Phil. National Anthem and recitation of TC Philosophy. morning meeting
tcmp by bucor TCMP represents an effective, highly structured environment with defined boundaries, both moral and ethical. The primary goal is to foster personal growth. This is accomplished by re-shaping an individual’s behavior and attitudes through the inmates community working together to help themselves and each other, restoring self- confidence, and preparing them for their re-integration into their families and friends as productive members of the community. A strong sense of responsibility and concern for each other’s welfare are developed.They are constantly being monitored for their progress and are regularly being evaluated by the TC-trained staff.
1. Enumerate and discuss the phases of treatment under TCMP of BJMP 2. How important is Therapeutic Community? 3. Enumerate some benefits and assistance that rape victims can acquire because of Republic Act 8505