D C S
Recidivism Reduction Unit
Welcome New Counselors
Welcome to all the new counselors who have joined DCS in 2021 !
Sonya Nice , Rome Circuit
Samuel Thomas , Macon Circuit Candice Hall-Bruce , Clayton Circuit Heather Patterson , Mountain Circuit Miriam Tsoka-Mitchell , Rome Circuit
DRC Graduations
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic , DCS is still fulfilling its mission and providing people opportunities for successful outcomes ! The following programs have had commencement ceremonies albeit virtually for some :
January 20 , 2021 | Gwinnett DRC ( 9 graduates ) January 26 , 2021 | Tifton DRC ( 6 graduates ) February 18 , 2021 | Claxton GFDRC ( 5 graduates ) March 25 , 2021 | Columbus DRC ( 16 graduates ) March 25 , 2021 | Savannah DRC ( 15 graduates )
Trauma-Informed Care Training
In 2019 , RRU and the Training Division collaborated to offer Trauma-Informed Care Training as part of our strategic plan to become a Trauma-Informed agency . This training was implemented in BCSOT in February 2019 and has been taught regionally across the state for the past two years . Trauma history has a significant impact on behavior and many of the individuals under supervision have experienced trauma . The goals of this training are to increase understanding of trauma , create an awareness of the impact of trauma on behavior , and develop trauma-informed responses . Not only is the training beneficial in dealing with individuals under supervision , it benefits our staff as well . We are excited to announce that we have trained over 1700 staff as of 3 / 31 / 21 . Regional training has been completed and make-up sessions are being scheduled for those who were unable to attend previously .