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Research Agenda
Through grant opportunities and strong relationships with the academic community , DCS strives to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world application . With the assistance of strong research partners and stakeholders , DCS is able to produce and participate in cutting edge projects that not only allow us to adhere to statutory requirements ; instead , through mutually-reinforcing partnerships we are able to embrace “ next practices ” that will shape the future of community supervision . As of this report , DCS has Four Research Agenda categories that encompass a total of nine research projects . To summarize they are as follows :
1 . Person-Centered Supervision
A . A Biosocial Study of Client Outcomes in Probation and Parole : The Role of Officer Stress and Officer-Client Relationships .
B . Integrated Dynamic Risk Assessment for CommunitySupervision ( IDRACS )
2 . Rehabilitative Opportunities
A . Enhancing Specialized Mental Health Supervision ( SMHS ) with a Clinical Case Consultation Model .
B . State of Georgia Day Reporting Center Program Assessment Tool ( DRC-PAT )
3 . Fairness
A . Pursuing ' Total Fairness ' in Criminal Justice Settings .
B . Gang Renunciation
4 . Criminal Justice Context
A . Jail Impact Study
B . Arrest Profiles
C . An Evaluation of Georgia Probation Reforms