Volunteer Handbook

Basic Volunteer Training

(BVT)

Colorado Department of Corrections

Faith and Citizen Programs

1250 Academy Park Loop
Colorado Springs, Colorado 80910

1
 Table of Contents
Basic Volunteer Training Cover Sheet.....................................................................................................................

Table of Contents……………………………………………………………………………………………………

Introduction/ Mission Statement...............................................................................................................................

Faith and Citizen Programs.......................................................................................................................................

Volunteer Guidelines..................................................................................................................................................

Expectations………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

Thank You for Volunteering………………………………………………………………………………………..

Summaries of Administrative Regulations………………………………………………………………………...

Volunteer Process Information.......………………………………………………………………………………...

Map of CDOC Facility Locations…………………………………………………………………………………..

Faith & Citizen Programs Phone List……………………………………………………………………………...

Facility Volunteer Coordinator/Chaplain Phone List…………………………………………………………….

2
 Introduction

This handbook outlines the roles and opportunities available for citizen involvement with the Colorado
Department of Corrections (CDOC). It briefly covers the department’s mission, general security information and
appropriate volunteer conduct within a correctional environment.
This handbook will serve as your reference. It should answer many of your questions along with the
training you attend today. If you have additional questions, or if you need to clarify issues, please contact Faith
and Citizen Programs or the Facility Volunteer Coordinator at the facility you serve. Faith and Citizen Programs
is responsible to inform you of policy governing your volunteer service and to ensure you receive updates as
policy changes.
Prior to being allowed facility access you will need to receive a facility specific orientation at the
facilities where you serve as a volunteer. This orientation will provide you with the specific facility policies and
practices. It will also cover your role in responding to emergencies within the facility. You will need to know and
understand the security aspects of each facility you serve and understand they may vary depending on the facility
and the type of offender housed there.
As a volunteer, you have the opportunity to be a positive role model to the offender population. You can
assist offenders in creating social attributes which improve the prison environment and that may lead to success
upon their release.

The Colorado Department of Corrections would like to “Thank you” for assisting us in our attempts to reduce
recidivism by supporting our educational, recreational, counseling, and religious service units. We hope that your
experience in corrections will be challenging and rewarding.

Mission Statement
“To protect the citizens of Colorado by holding offenders accountable and engaging them in opportunities to make positive
behavioral changes and become law-abiding, productive citizens.”

Faith and Citizen Programs

To compliment the departmental mission, Faith and Citizen Programs continually recruits
volunteers to support correctional staff and to create opportunities for offenders in a wide
variety of activities, including:

 Addiction rehabilitation programs

 Basic educational programs
 Faith group chaplains, spiritual advisors, and services
 Parenting programs
 Recreational programs
 Art and Theater programs
 Reintegration programs (inside and outside of prison)

Faith and Citizen Programs Goals:

 Provide a positive working environment for volunteers.

 Maintain administrative standards and guidelines.
 Provide information and technical assistance for program development.
 Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers.
 Plan the orderly expansion of resources.
 Serve as a liaison with other public and private agencies.
 Supply information to the public about the department and its functions.

3
The Colorado Department of Corrections, as a state agency that utilizes volunteers, has the following
responsibilities to those volunteers:

1) To treat the volunteer as a team member who plays an important part in reaching facility goals.
2) To involve the volunteer in a suitable and meaningful assignment that utilizes and develops his/her skills.
3) To provide the volunteer with adequate CDOC training and facility orientation.
4) To provide formal and informal recognition of the volunteer's contributions and achievements.
5) To maintain records of the volunteer's activities.
6) Injury and Legal Coverage:
As a correctional volunteer you may be exposed to the dangers inherent in working in a correctional
setting. Please remember the following:
 In case of injury
o Volunteers are NOT covered by Workmen's Compensation Insurance. However, if injured, notify
the Facility Volunteer Coordinator who will report the accident in accordance with State
requirements.

 For the purpose of legal defense and indemnification

o If a volunteer was;
1. Acting at department’s request
2. Acting under department’s control
3. If the service was to benefit the department, the volunteer would have the same liability
protection through the Attorney General’s Office as CDOC employees.

Volunteer Guidelines
SAFETY AND SECURITY ALWAYS COMES FIRST!

When working with CDOC Employees;

 Do not let your emotions put you at odds with the facility.
 Conduct yourself in accordance with CDOC and facility rules, including dress code, access procedures,
and wearing the appropriate badge.
 Do not allow your activities to conflict with the smooth operation of a facility.
 Be an asset and not a liability. Please cooperate fully with staff.
 Live up to your commitment. If you cannot make it to your program, please notify your volunteer
coordinator or facility.
 Inform your program leader, facility volunteer coordinator of any possible “Conflicts of Interest” family
relationship or a friendship that you have with an inmate.
 Notify Faith and Citizen Programs when your personal information changes.
 Obtain written approval from Faith and Citizen Programs prior to changing your program’s format.

When working with offenders;

 A “Simple Handshake” is the only appropriate physical contact.
 Be a good role model.
 Do not give offenders any personal information (ie; phone number, e-mail or mailing address, information
about yourself or others).
 Use appropriate language.
 Never show preferential treatment. Everyone must follow the rules and regulations of an institution.
 Report any problems that arise.
 Don’t make promises you can’t keep.
 Be professional.
 Don’t allow yourself to become too close to any one particular offender.
 Be prepared to work with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
 Do not make a phone call for an offender or perform any similar service.
 Do not give anything to an offender and do not accept anything from an offender.
 Do not enter into a business venture with an offender.
4
  Do not proselytize. You may share your faith beliefs when asked.
 Be respectful of other faith groups or programs.
 Do not probe into an inmate's criminal history. Respect an inmate's privacy.
 Do not use photography equipment on facility property for any purpose without prior written specific
permission.
 Submit reports when requested.

We all make mistakes; do not be afraid to admit yours.

Any violation of these guidelines may result in the termination of your volunteer service!

“Expectations”
Always expect the unexpected.

When working with offenders;

 Many offenders are masters of manipulation.
 Some offenders may try to immediately befriend you and others may seem distant.
 Offenders may try to test you in order to see if you are willing to violate the rules.
 Offenders may be watching you and looking for a weakness.
 Offenders will expect to be respected, but may not necessarily reciprocate.
 Offenders may attempt to win favor with you by telling you a sad story; don’t assume an offender’s
stress.
 Some offenders may attempt to assist in your program, do not overly rely on offenders for program
assistance.
 Offenders have diverse backgrounds, do not assume to know about an offender’s upbringing or
background.
 Offenders have many different educational levels: College, High school, Middle School and some may be
functionally illiterate.
 Some offenders have experienced sexual, physical or emotional abuse.
 Some offenders may have special needs or developmental disabilities.
 Some offenders may have drug or alcohol issues.

Volunteers expectations of offenders;

 Expect the offenders to conduct themselves appropriately.
 Expect the offenders to address you in an appropriate manner.
 Expect the offenders to maintain appropriate contact.

Desired Results;
 To develop self-confidence and motivate offenders to seek practical solutions to their problems.
 To guide offenders to pursue the education, counseling and skills needed to be successful.
 To provide an opportunity for offenders to achieve a high degree of success and heightened awareness of
personal responsibility.
 To provide all offenders with an improved social adjustment while incarcerated and upon their release.
 To reduce recidivism.

Safety and security are our chief concerns. If you observe an unsafe condition or a situation that concerns
you, please notify the facility chaplain, volunteer coordinator, shift commander, or any other staff member
immediately.

5
Appearance
Please dress appropriate; a conservative style is best.
 Slacks, business casual pants, BDUs or denim jeans (no holes).
 Females- Dress or Khaki style pants, jeans (no holes) longer skirts or dresses no more than one inch above knee.
 No tight fitting or revealing clothing, no clothing with logos.
 Piercing- volunteers may wear earrings, however, ear gauges are not permissible.
 No visible body piercings including, but not limited to, nose, eyebrows, tongue or lips.
 No open-toed, backless, or strapless footwear (e.g., sandals, mules, clogs, etc.).
 Unnatural hair coloring is not allowed; e.g. pink, blue, green, orange, bright (fire engine) red, purple, florescent, or
neon colors.

Professionalism
Conduct yourself as a professional; the way that you conduct yourself reflects your character and integrity. If you
demonstrate good taste, you will gain respect.
Personal parameters and boundaries
When possible, use a title barrier, such as Mr., Ms., or Sir. Whatever you use, be consistent.
Do not supply your phone number or address, or personal information about yourself, another volunteer, or staff.
Take nothing into an institution or out of it without specific written permission.
Contraband “Nothing in-Nothing out”
Items such as candy, food, clothing, jewelry, televisions, radios, coffee pots and books may be available to
offenders. However, any item not specifically authorized by a departmental administrative directive may be
considered contraband and may be confiscated to avoid compromising facility safety and security. Nothing in-
Nothing out can also be verbal messages. Simple greetings passed inside to outside can have detrimental effects.
Search procedures
All persons/vehicles are subject to search upon entering the grounds of a correctional facility. The volunteer has
the option of refusing to be searched although such refusal will result in the immediate removal of the volunteer
from the facility and the termination of their volunteer status.
Search of offenders
Volunteers may not search or arrest offenders, seize inmate property, or transport offenders in custody.
Con games
Never agree to bend the rules; you can become a prime target for a con game. Deny requests for any activity
outside your normal program.
"No" must mean exactly that. Report an inmate's defiance of any direct request to the Shift Commander. Do not
tolerate intimidation or hostility. Improper conduct will result in the termination of all activities.
Inappropriate or misinterpreted conduct
An inmate may demonstrate a strong need for affection and may see an expression of concern as a sexual signal.
If you sense that an inappropriate relationship is starting, report it immediately! Failure to do so may result in
volunteer suspension, termination or criminal charges.

Unless approved, volunteers may not be used to provide offenders with information or resource for release.

Client failure
Do not attach your success to that of the offender. Often offenders attend or quit programs for many reasons.
Immediately report to the Shift Commander any confrontation, incident or information regarding security
concerns, such as an escape, riot, suicide, assault or damaged property. To the extent possible, maintain a dialogue
with custody control staff and shift supervisors.

Do not take the failure of offenders as a personal failure.

Bending the rules

Many offenders are expert storytellers. If an offender tries to get you to do something outside the normal scope of
6
your duties, “report it”. Report what you have been told to your program leader, and ask to be informed of any
follow-up or consequence.
Variations on bending the rules
Do not allow an offender to persuade you to mail letters, carry correspondence between offenders in different
facilities, bring a package into the facility from an offender's family, or take a package out of a facility to an
offender's family.

Do not compromise your integrity or purpose

Managing aggressive behavior
If an offender becomes hostile, do not engage in any altercation, and immediately seek staff assistance.

If alone, gradually move to a location where staff can see you. Remember where you are working, you are not
trained or expected to handle hostile offenders.

Offender Fights
Do not try to break up offender fights.
Immediately notify staff of your emergency situation.

Emergency procedures and communication

Always be sure that you have signed in and out of the facility. Proper accountability is crucial within a
correctional setting. Assure that you are thoroughly familiar with the emergency procedures for your assigned
area.
The best thing to do if the facility announces an emergency or you believe the facility is dealing with an
emergency situation is;
- stop your program
- collect and account for your property and secure the property associated with your program
- account for other volunteers associated with your program
- account for your offenders using the sign in roster and have them prepared for movement
- wait for staff directives

Follow every instruction issued by staff.

If you hear a fire alarm, evacuate the area in accordance with posted emergency procedures. Listen to staff when
they may direct you to another area. If the fire is in your immediate vicinity, inform staff and depart the area.

Each facility has a control center that can be reached by dialing a designated emergency number. Tell the officer
where you are and describe the problem. Many facilities have what is called a “Crash line”. Simply knocking the
receiver off the hook alerts the control center to a problem at your location. They will dispatch staff to the scene.
Critical incidents
Discuss how to act in an emergency with your program leader. During a critical incident--any dangerous
situation--stay calm until staff secures the area. Do not act instinctively; heroes can get hurt. Cooperate with the
offender who provoked the incident, and comply with all requests. Do not judge, condemn or provoke; do not
threaten or attempt to negotiate. Maintain a low profile, hide or take cover, if possible. Act naturally. Listen care-
fully. Be quiet, be observant. After the incident, immediately record what you witnessed and seek counseling.

Security threat groups (STG)

Offenders sometimes use volunteer programs and activities to conduct gang (security threat group) business.
Gang activities can result in people being hurt. If you witness possible gang activity (displays of colors and hand
signals or the exchanging of notes) do not say anything to the offenders. Avoid doing or saying anything that
could compromise your safety. When you are away from offender contact, report the suspected activity to the
shift commander.

7
Infectious diseases
The department makes every effort to control infectious diseases, including HIV, tuberculosis and hepatitis.
However, always exercise caution. Viruses, germs and contagious infections may spread quickly in a correctional
setting. Your health and well-being, and that of others, requires constant attention.

The department tests every offender who enters the correctional system. Following admission, offenders are
offered routine medical services and care. HIV and hepatitis-B are transmitted only through direct contact with
blood or body fluids. Let staff or offenders trained in universal precautions handle body fluid situations.
Facility Specific Orientation
Assure that you receive a facility specific orientation which will provide you with the information and training in
regard to facility specific rules, practices and emergency responses. The facility specific orientation will help you
become familiar with its exits, traffic patterns, and areas to avoid.

Offender Escape
Volunteers who see an offender that is on escape status are required to report the offender’s name and location to
the local authorities. An escape in progress may result in an offender count, facility lock-down, and termination of
all programs for the current time period. Volunteers are to follow staff instructions exactly.

WELCOME TO THE COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF

CORRECTIONS
We would like to extend our gratitude for your support of programs as a volunteer or guest within the Colorado
Department of Corrections. We strive to provide a safe, rewarding and enjoyable work environment.

To ensure the goals are met, please adhere to the following guidelines:

• Enter and exit the facility as a group.

• Properly display your access badge in clear view.
• All program materials and items must be approved in advance.
• Do not give offenders any personal information (ie: address or phone number).
• Leave personal affects in vehicle (ie; purse, money, jewelry and other valuables).
• The only allowable physical contact is a “Simply Handshake” hugging is not allowed.
• Don’t give anything to offenders and don’t take anything from offenders.
• Don’t do things outside the scope of your program description.
• Report any inappropriate touching or request by offenders.
• Tobacco and tobacco related products are prohibited.
• If a problem arises immediately contact any CDOC staff, Shift Commander or the Volunteer
Coordinator.

The CDOC values your time and services for the offender population. Help us to ensure your personal safety, as well
as the safety of all others.

One Team-One Mission

THANK YOU FOR VOLUNTEERING!

8
 Summaries of Administrative Regulations
(ARs) 100-04, 100-18, 100-29, 100-40, 300-06, 300-27, 300-43,
800-01, 900-01, 1150-04, 1450-01, 1450-05, 1450-31, 1450-36

The following are summaries of administrative regulations (ARs) used by the Colorado Department of Corrections
(CDOC) that impact the work of volunteers. Volunteers will benefit from reading the regulations. These Regulations
may be found on the CDOC website (www.state.co.us). Full copies are available for reading in each CDOC facility.
For convenience the Department of Corrections may be referred to simply as the CDOC.

AR 100-04 Tobacco Use in Buildings and Vehicles

It is the policy of the CDOC to restrict and/or prohibit the possession, use, selling, trading, or bartering of tobacco, tobacco-
related products, or tobacco substitutes in CDOC buildings, CDOC vehicles, CDOC property, or off-grounds work sites
where CDOC offender crews are working.
This AR establishes guidelines regarding tobacco, tobacco-related products, or tobacco substitutes in CDOC buildings,
CDOC vehicles, or CDOC property under the authority of the CDOC.
DOC employees, contract workers, and volunteers are prohibited from using, possessing, or introducing tobacco,
tobacco-related products, or tobacco substitutes, vaping products or e-cigarettes within DOC correctional facilities.
Tobacco-related materials are considered contraband when introduced into a DOC correctional facility in accordance
with C.R.S. 18-8-204.

For religious ceremonies involving the use of tobacco, please refer to AR 800-01 Religious Programs, Services,
Clergy, Faith Group Representatives and Practices.

AR 100-18 Mission Statement

It is the policy of the Department of Corrections (DOC) to identify clearly defined mission, vision and value statements.
The purpose of the AR is to define the overall mission of the DOC, to enhance consistency of decisions, improve the quality
of policy interpretation, promote trust, and serve as a basis for the establishment of integrated goals and objectives.

The Mission of the CDOC is to protect the citizens of Colorado by holding offenders accountable and engaging them in
opportunities to make positive behavioral changes and become law-abiding, productive citizens.

The Vision of the CDOC is building a safer Colorado for today and tomorrow.
The Values of the CDOC
• Our staff is our greatest resource.
• We support a professional, empowered workforce that embodies honesty, integrity, and ethical behavior.
• We honor and respect the rights of victims.
• We respect the individual differences of our staff and offender populations and seek to safeguard the safety,
dignity, and well-being of all.
• We strive to deliver correctional services with optimal efficiency.
• We engage in effective correctional practices that produce measurable outcomes.
• We are committed to exceptional customer service.
• We are dedicated to providing opportunities for offender success.
• Our success is achieved through mission-focused collaboration.

AR 100-29 Violence in the Workplace

The Colorado Department of Corrections (DOC) intends to provide a workplace free from violent behavior. Any person
who threatens to commit an act of violence, or actually commits an act of violence outside the workplace may be subject to
corrective and/or disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment, as well as arrest and prosecution by
legal authorities.

The purpose of this AR is to state the Department’s reporting procedures to ensure a safe and secure workplace for its employees,
contract workers, volunteers, visitors, and others. Workplace violence, including domestic violence that affects the workplace, is
a serious public health, safety, and policy concern for the State of Colorado. This policy is written to support the safety of all
those providing and utilizing state services and state facilities through agency-developed procedures and training.
[Executive Order D 023 09]
Employees, contract workers, and volunteers will immediately report to a supervisor, appointing authority/designee, or the
office of the Inspector General any reported or witnessed act of workplace violence as described by this policy.
 Summaries of Administrative Regulations
(ARs) 100-04, 100-18, 100-29, 100-40, 300-06, 300-27, 300-43,
800-01, 900-01, 1150-04, 1450-01, 1450-05, 1450-31, 1450-36

Even if the behavior does not contain an explicit threat, employees, contract workers, and volunteers are expected to report
any behavior they regard as threatening or violent when that behavior is work-related or may be carried out on DOC
property.
Any employee, contract worker, or volunteer that have displayed violent behavior in the workplace, or have engaged in
violent behavior while off-duty shall be subject to appropriate personnel action, up to and including termination.
If the off-duty violent behavior results in criminal charges filed by local law enforcement agencies, the employee,
contract worker, or volunteer facing charges is responsible for immediately reporting the criminal charge and contact
by a law enforcement agency to the appointing authority or designee immediately.
If an employee, contract worker, or volunteer is the victim of any violent behavior occurring off-duty and perpetuated by any
other employee, contract worker, or volunteer, visitor, vendor, or any other person who has an employment-related
relationship with the CDOC:
The victim will report the details of the incident of violence to the appointing authority or designee at the start of
their next shift,
The victim shall notify the appointing authority, or designee, if the victim has sought or intends to seek a restraining
order against the perpetrator.

100-40 Prison Rape Elimination Procedure

The Colorado Department of Corrections (DOC) has a zero-tolerance policy regarding sexual assault/rape, sexual
misconduct, sexual abuse and sexual harassment [2-CO-1C-11] [4-APPFS-3E-0600] (115.11(a), 115.211(a)). It is the
policy of the DOC to provide a coordinated victim-centered response to reports of sexual assault. This includes
providing medical and mental health counseling to victims of sexual assault/rape, sexual abuse and sexual harassment and
fully investigating and aggressively prosecuting those who are involved in such conduct.

The purpose of this administrative regulation (AR) is to provide guidelines to address sexual assault/rape, sexual
misconduct, sexual abuse and sexual harassment and procedures to identify, monitor, counsel, and track offenders who
have a propensity for committing sexual assault/rape, sexual misconduct, sexual abuse and sexual harassment and
offenders vulnerable to becoming a victim of sexual abuse, sexual assault/rape or sexual harassment. [5-ACI-3D-08]
Employees, contract workers and volunteers may not knowingly maintain social, emotional or sexual associations
with current offenders, former offenders, or the family and/or friends of offenders. Refer to AR 1450-01, Code of
Conduct.

There is no “consensual sex” in a custodial setting or supervisory relationship. All sexual behavior and romantic
relationships between employees, contract workers, or volunteers, and offenders are inconsistent with the professional
and ethical principles, and policies of the DOC. All allegations of sexual assault/rape, sexual abuse and sexual
harassment will be investigated. If applicable, criminal charges will be filed and/or a professional standards investigation
will be conducted. Professional standards investigation may result in corrective and/or disciplinary action, up to and
including termination. Failure of employees, contract workers, and volunteers to report incidents of sexual assault/rape,
sexual misconduct, sexual abuse and sexual harassment may result in corrective and/or disciplinary action.
DOC employees, contract workers and volunteers will accept reports made verbally, in writing, anonymously, and
from third parties and will promptly document any verbal reports and will immediately and confidentially report to
their supervisor or the shift commander (115.51(c)), (115.251(c):
Any knowledge, suspicion, or information (including third-party kits, letters, and reports), regarding incidents of sexual
assault/rape, sexual abuse, sexual misconduct, and sexual harassment in a correctional setting (including CDOC prisons,
private prisons, and community conferment facilities).
Any incidents of retaliation against offenders or DOC employees, contract workers or volunteers who reported such
incidents, and
Any staff neglect or violation of responsibilities that may have contributed to an incident or retaliation.
 Summaries of Administrative Regulations
(ARs) 100-04, 100-18, 100-29, 100-40, 300-06, 300-27, 300-43,
800-01, 900-01, 1150-04, 1450-01, 1450-05, 1450-31, 1450-36

Upon receiving an emergency grievance alleging imminent risk of sexual abuse, the staff member in receipt of the
grievance will immediately forward the grievance to the facility’s appointing authority/designee for review in
compliance with AR 850-04, Grievance Procedure.

AR 300-06 Searches and Contraband Control

It is the policy of the Department of Corrections to provide for searches of facilities and offenders to control contraband and
provide for its disposition.
The purpose of this AR is to define contraband, contraband disposition, and various types of searches, and provide
guidelines for conducting searches. The DOC provides for preservation, control, and disposition of all physical evidence
obtained in connection with a violation of law and/or facility regulation.
• Security and the confiscation of contraband are critical to the safety of a facility. The rules concerning security and
contraband apply to all persons entering CDOC facilities.
• Contraband is defined as:
Any item that a CDOC employee, contract worker, volunteer, visitor, or offender is not specifically authorized
to have in his/her possession.
Any item that has been altered and/or is being used for other than its intended purpose any publication
deemed as contraband pursuant to AR300-26, Publications.
Any item(s) over the three cubic foot allowable personal property limit.
Any item listed in the “Consent to Search Authorization”.
Any item listed in the Code of Penal Discipline.
Any item listed on the administrative head’s “Declaration of Contraband”.
Any item that threatens or could potentially threaten the safety and security of a DOC facility, employees,
contract workers, volunteers, offenders, or visitors or any item listed as contraband in an administrative
regulation.
• All persons entering DOC facilities will sign AR Form 300-27C, Consent to Search Authorization and
Registration prior to facility entry. Failure to sign AR Form 300-27C, Consent to Search Authorization will
prohibit that person from entering DOC facilities.
• Routine, unannounced canine searches will be conducted on visitors’ vehicles.
• All vehicles entering or leaving DOC property are subject to search. All vehicles must be locked. All items that
could be construed as a security risk shall be secured in a safe manner.
Volunteers are subject to search upon entry into the facility through a metal detector and a visual search of items being
carried into the facility. Further search of person or belongings must be authorized by the administrative head. Should a
pat/strip search of a CDOC employee, contract worker, or volunteer be authorized, it shall be conducted by a CDOC
employee of the same sex in a private location.

AR 300-27 Facility Access and Control

It is the policy of the Colorado Department of Corrections (DOC) to ensure that all persons entering or exiting DOC
property (to include leased property) will be properly identified and processed, prior to entering and exiting. The CDOC
shall also maintain a secure perimeter around each of its facilities consistent with the facility security designation to prevent
unauthorized access or egress.
The purpose of this AR is to provide guidelines for authorization and identification of all individuals entering or exiting
DOC property, provide security searches for the purpose of controlling contraband, eliminating unauthorized access by the
general public, and prevent escapes of incarcerated felons.
Background Checks: Any person entering a CDOC facility without a permanent, special, or construction ID card will have a
background check completed, prior to entry into a facility or onto CDOC owned property. Background checks will be
completed by the appropriate CDOC agency/department, if those persons will be accessing multiple facilities, or by the
individual correctional facility, if the person is requesting access to a specific facility. For returning or repeat visits, this
check is repeated annually. The administrative head has the discretion to run additional background checks or to allow
certain visitors access without a background check being conducted (e.g. legislators, law enforcement representatives, etc.)
or to query the offender visiting database to see if the individual is on an offender’s visiting list.
All persons without a permanent, volunteer, contract/temp/intern or construction ID card will:
• Produce an employer issued ID of the approved company performing work at the DOC property or produce a
picture ID (e.g., driver’s license, state ID, or passport), which will be exchanged for a red (escort required) or
 Summaries of Administrative Regulations
(ARs) 100-04, 100-18, 100-29, 100-40, 300-06, 300-27, 300-43,
800-01, 900-01, 1150-04, 1450-01, 1450-05, 1450-31, 1450-36

green (no escort required) temporary ID card, in accordance with facility/office implementation/adjustment forms.
If the employer issued ID card does not have a photo, a secondary form of ID containing a photo will be requested
(not retained) to confirm identity. The administrative head, or designee, will determine which temporary ID card
will be issued.
• Complete or have on file a signed “Consent to Search Authorization,” Attachment “C.” Refer to AR 300-01,
Offender Visiting Program, for offender visitor registration.
• Receive verification from the designated access point officer that they are approved to enter.
• Sign in and out on the “CDOC Facility/office Access Log” (Attachment “A”), at the designated facility/office
access point indicating: name, organization represented, purpose of entry, destination, and time in and time out.
Persons who have an active warrant (to include traffic, misdemeanor or felony); are on active parole, probation, or other
forms of conditional release (e.g., community programs, intensive supervision) for a misdemeanor or felony; or who have
not been off supervision for a felony for at least three years, will not normally be approved to access CDOC facilities. Under
special circumstances, approval may be granted for access. Decisions with respect to all such persons will be made on an
individual basis by the administrative head.
Vehicle Access onto CDOC Property: Pedestrians and vehicles shall enter and exit only at designated access points. All
vehicles entering or leaving correctional facilities fenced compound or parking lots on state property are subject to searches.
When a vehicle enters state property, all flares, weapons, ammunition, tools, and tool boxes, except those needed to
complete authorized jobs, shall be removed or secured in a safe manner.

AR 300-43 Authorization to Provide Food Items for Offenders

It is the policy of the Colorado Department of Corrections (DOC) to control the introduction of food and beverage items for
consumption by offenders.
The purpose of this AR is to identify security procedures and establish a method for authorization to provide food and
beverage items for consumption by offenders for approved special occasions.
• Food items brought into the facilities for offender consumption will be limited to unopened, commercially
prepared, or commercially produced factory security sealed items. When CDOC culinary programs are available
during the event or activity, that program will be utilized if commercially prepared food is not utilized.
• When CDOC culinary programs are available during the event or activity, that program will be utilized if
commercially prepared food is not utilized.
• CDOC employees, contract workers, and volunteers shall make their request for special foods using Attachment
“A” to their administrative head, or designee, at least 20 working days prior to the event. The administrative head,
or designee, shall make a determination and respond at least five working days prior to the event.
• Requests to bring food items into the facility must be linked to the observance of a holiday or other pre-approved
special event or activity. The request must meet the following criteria:
The idea is not the result of offender urging.
Food items are purchased without contribution from offenders or offender families.
There is no reimbursement to any individual or group for expenditures.
All food items will be consumed in the designated activity area. Offenders, CDOC employees, contract
workers, and volunteers will not be allowed to take remaining food items from a special function into the
facility or other areas of the CDOC for consumption or distribution to anyone or group. All remaining food
shall be destroyed.
CDOC employees shall conduct a visual, and if necessary, a physical search (using rubber gloves) of all food items brought
into the facility. The search may also include an electronic search with a hand held or stationary metal detector. If food items
are not commercially produced and factory security sealed, or those items prepared by facility vocational programs for
resale as Enterprise Fund fundraisers, they will not be allowed into the facility.

AR 800-01 Religious Programs, Services, Clergy, Faith Group Representatives and Practices
It is the policy of the Colorado Department of Corrections (DOC) to allow religious programs for offenders, including
program coordination and supervision, opportunities to practice the requirements of one’s faith, and use of community
resources.
It is the purpose of this AR to establish guidelines and consistent standards for the practice of recognized faith groups
through Faith and Citizen Programs. It is also the purpose of this AR to ensure that offenders have the opportunity to
participate in practices of their faith group, individually or corporately as authorized, that are deemed essential by the
 Summaries of Administrative Regulations
(ARs) 100-04, 100-18, 100-29, 100-40, 300-06, 300-27, 300-43,
800-01, 900-01, 1150-04, 1450-01, 1450-05, 1450-31, 1450-36

governing body of that faith. This shall only be limited by CDOC documentation showing threat to the safety of CDOC
employees, contract workers, volunteers, offenders, or other persons involved in such activity, or that the activity itself
disrupts the security or good order of the facility. Faith based programs/observances shall be accommodated, within
available time and space, unless an overriding compelling governmental interest exists.

AR 900-01 Volunteer Services

It is the policy of the Colorado Department of Corrections (DOC) to secure citizen involvement in agency programs,
including service as advisors, interpreters, and similar direct service roles by utilizing volunteers who have appropriate
training, maturity, life, and/or professional experiences to enhance facility programs and to fill offender and agency needs.
It is the purpose of this AR to establish guidelines governing the recruitment, selection, orientation, training, and supervision
of volunteers for volunteer programming within the DOC through Faith and Citizen Programs. It also identifies the role and
function of Chaplains, faith group volunteers and other recognized spiritual leaders.
Efforts will be made to recruit volunteers from all cultural and socioeconomic segments of the community, including retirees
and the physically challenged or disabled.
This AR describes the division responsible for this work as Faith and Citizen Programs. It also details how this agency shall
fulfill its responsibilities. It describes the process for the approval of volunteers and the relationship that they are to maintain
with DOC full time employees and with offenders.
All volunteers must agree in writing to abide by all DOC ARs and facility operational memorandums, particularly those
relating to the security and confidentiality of information. Policy is updated annually and may routinely change. Be aware of
policy that may affect your association with the DOC.

AR 1150-04 Professional Standards Investigations

It is the policy of the Colorado Department of Corrections (DOC) to establish methods of investigation for allegations of
misconduct, or illegal conduct that undermines the public’s faith, trust, and confidence in the DOC, and jeopardizes the
safety of DOC employees, contract workers, volunteers, offenders, and visitors
This AR describes methods of transmitting complaints regarding misconduct committed by DOC employees, contract
workers, and volunteers and the process of investigation by the Office of the Inspector General (OIG).
Cooperation by CDOC Employees, Contract Workers, and Volunteers: DOC employees, contract workers, and volunteers
contacted in regard to any authorized Professional Standards investigation or inquiry, shall cooperate and relate fully and
truthfully their knowledge of all issues pertaining to the alleged conduct under investigation. Failure of any individual to
cooperate and give truthful information may be cause for corrective and/or disciplinary action up to and including
termination.

AR 1450-01 Code of Conduct

It is the policy of the Colorado Department of Corrections (DOC) that DOC employees, contract workers, and volunteers
are to have honesty, integrity, and respect for the worth and individuality of human beings, as well as a strong commitment
to professional and ethical correctional service. DOC employees, contract workers, and volunteers must constantly strive to
live up to the highest possible standards of their profession and to incorporate and adhere to the DOC “Code of Ethics,” as
its ethical performance standard.
It is the purpose of this AR to disseminate the referenced executive order to ensure that all DOC employees, contract
workers, volunteers, or persons from other agencies whose assignment is primarily on the premises of DOC facilities,
centers or offices, have read and adhere to the code. This AR and Code of Ethics provide DOC employees, contract
workers, and volunteers with rules and standards governing their conduct as correctional professionals.
The following rules and standards include, but are not limited to: accepted principles, expressing in general terms the
conduct expected of DOC employees, contract workers, and volunteers. Violations of these principles may result in
corrective and/or disciplinary action. Failure to adhere to these rules and standards may also adversely affect the safety and
security of the facility and the general public. The Department reserves the right to monitor DOC employees, contract
workers, and volunteers activities in order to ensure compliance with this AR.
Violations of these principles may result in an investigation, as defined in AR 1150-04, Professional Standards
Investigations.
 Summaries of Administrative Regulations
(ARs) 100-04, 100-18, 100-29, 100-40, 300-06, 300-27, 300-43,
800-01, 900-01, 1150-04, 1450-01, 1450-05, 1450-31, 1450-36

• DOC employees, contract workers, volunteers, offenders, and their families will be treated professionally,
regardless of age, sex, race, national origin, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, disabilities/handicaps or
offenders’ criminal history.
• Excessive physical force or verbal abuse of offenders by DOC employees, contract workers, and volunteers is
prohibited. In no event is physical force justifiable as punishment.
• DOC employees, contract workers, and volunteers will not exchange special treatment or favors, or make
threats, promises, or deals for information from offenders, or from friends or family members of any
offender.
• DOC employees, contract workers, and volunteers may not knowingly maintain social, emotional, sexual,
business, or financial associations with current offenders, former offenders, or the family and/or friends of
offenders. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to, telephone calls, letters, notes, giving or
receiving photographs, or other forms of communication outside the normal scope of employment. This
includes direct and/or indirect contact through any form of social media.
• DOC employees, contract workers, and volunteers shall not directly or indirectly give to or accept from any
offender, or member of the offender’s family, anything in the nature of a gift or promise of a gift.
• DOC employees, contract workers, and volunteers shall not wager or engage in any unauthorized game, contest, or
sport with any offender.
• During the performance of their duties, or as representatives of the DOC, DOC employees, contract workers, and
volunteers may not sign any petition, letter, affidavit, or recommend in any way to the courts or representatives of the
courts, leniency, pardon, probation, parole, or any other form of criminal case disposition on behalf of an offender.
• Any exceptions to the above, or when these individuals are immediate family members of DOC employees,
contract workers, or volunteers, must be approved in writing by the appropriate appointing authority who will
forward a copy to the Inspector General’s Office. Relationships include:
A DOC employee, contract worker, or volunteer with an offender.
A DOC employee, contract worker, or volunteer with a family member of an offender.
A family member of a DOC employee, contract worker, or volunteer with an offender.
A family member of a DOC employee, contract worker, or volunteer with a family member of an offender.
Horseplay between DOC employees, contract workers, and volunteers, with each other or with offenders is prohibited.
Horseplay includes, but is not limited to, wrestling, pushing, chasing, or practical jokes.
DOC employees, contract workers, and volunteers shall not discuss their personal lives or other DOC employees, contract
workers, and volunteers personal lives with offenders.
DOC employees, contract workers, and volunteers are prohibited from aiding or abetting an escape or an escape attempt.
They are under a duty to report any information regarding evidence of plans to escape, escape attempts, or actual escapes to
their appointing authorities immediately.
DOC employees, contract workers, and volunteers shall not bring into or carry out of a facility any items for offenders. The
introduction of any items of contraband into any DOC property is prohibited and may be criminally prosecuted.

AR 1450-05 Unlawful Discrimination /Sexual Harassment

It is the policy of the Colorado Department of Corrections (DOC), in compliance with state and federal law, to adopt
a zero-tolerance policy regarding all forms of unlawful discrimination and/or discriminatory harassment which are
based upon race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender
expression, mental or physical disability, or any retaliation for reporting such conduct. This includes unwelcome
sexual advances, request for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature at any time.
Sexual Harassment: Any unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, unequal treatment, or other
unwelcome verbal and physical conduct based on an employee’s sex.
Discriminatory Harassment: A course of conduct which results in an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment,
based upon an individual’s race, ethnicity, gender, color, national origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, physical
disability, or mental disability, or retaliatory behavior towards the individual who appropriately reported the hostile or
offensive environment.
 Summaries of Administrative Regulations
(ARs) 100-04, 100-18, 100-29, 100-40, 300-06, 300-27, 300-43,
800-01, 900-01, 1150-04, 1450-01, 1450-05, 1450-31, 1450-36

CDOC employees, contract workers, and volunteers will treat each other in a professional manner, with dignity and respect.
It is a violation of federal law, state law, Colorado State Personnel Board Rules, governor’s executive order, and DOC ARs
to discriminate against, or harass, any CDOC employee, contract worker, or volunteer based on race, ethnicity, gender,
color, national origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, physical disability, or mental disability.

Any employee, contract worker, or volunteer who is aware of conduct they perceive to be unlawful discrimination
and/or discriminatory harassment, must report such conduct as soon as practicable. Workers employed by an entity
under contract to or with the DOC are deemed to be staff members for purposes of this subsection. This reporting
requirement applies whether the conduct is directed at the staff member, witnessed by the staff member, or related by
another staff member who has knowledge of the conduct. It must be reported to a supervisor, the appointing
authority, the Office of the Inspector General (OIG), the Office of Human Resources (OHR), or where applicable, to
supervisory staff of a contracting entity directly employing the staff member.

AR 1450-31 Staff Appearance and Uniform Dress Code

It is the policy of the Colorado Department of Corrections (DOC) to ensure that the dress and appearance of employees,
contract workers, and volunteers are professional and appropriate for the requirements of job duties and consistent with safety,
security, and climatic conditions.
The purpose of this AR is to provide required standards of personal appearance and dress for all employees, contract
workers, and volunteers. Unauthorized equipment, alterations, or additions to the official uniform will not be allowed. Any
request to deviate from the standards of personal appearance and dress contained in this AR will require approval of a
variance, in accordance with AR 100-01, Administrative Regulation Process.
Employees, contract workers, and volunteers who are authorized by the administrative head to wear civilian attire in place of
a uniform will be expected to display a professional business appearance in both dress and grooming standards, at all times.
Non-uniform CDOC employees, contract workers, and volunteers shall wear business professional clothing that is clean,
properly fitting, and in good repair. Clothing containing logos that are small and in good taste or with CDOC
facility/center/office logos are permitted.

Allowable clothing includes:

• Slacks, business casual pants, BDUs or denim jeans.
o Pants of a capri length are acceptable but must be below the knee.
o Leggings are tight trousers made from a material that stretches easily and may be worn under outer
garments that must be no shorter than six inches above the knee while standing. Leggings must not be
translucent or sheer.
• Long or short sleeved shirts.
• Ties are optional. Ties are required with a button-down dress shirt where formal dress is required such as
formal meetings, hearings and/or court proceedings.
• Unless worn over leggings (see above), dresses and skirts must be no shorter than one inch above the
kneecap, when standing. Slits will not be more than three inches above the kneecap when standing.
• Sweaters, sweatshirts, and hoodies.

Not permitted to wear includes:

• Skorts and shorts.
• Clothing designed or intended to be tightly worn, to accent the body (e.g., “bodycon” dressing).
• Clothing that exposes cleavage, back, stomach, midriff, and/or thighs.
• Clothing containing controversial messages, photographs, or pictures.
• Clothing that is sheer or see-through without appropriate clothing/coverage underneath.
• Hats may be worn with the exception of when formal dress is required.
Grooming standards for hair and facial hair:
• Hair should be clean, combed, and styled in a professional manner.
• Unnatural hair color is not allowed. Dyed, tinted, bleached, or highlighted hair must be within one of the naturally
occurring color ranges and professional in appearance. Naturally occurring color range does not include unique
hair colors such as pink, blue, green, orange, bright (fire engine) red, purple, florescent, or neon colors.
 Summaries of Administrative Regulations
(ARs) 100-04, 100-18, 100-29, 100-40, 300-06, 300-27, 300-43,
800-01, 900-01, 1150-04, 1450-01, 1450-05, 1450-31, 1450-36

• Designs, numbers or initials cut or sculpted into the hair are prohibited.
• Sideburns, moustaches, and beards are permissible, but must be neatly trimmed and groomed.
• Fingernails will not extend beyond .25 inch from the end of the finger tip and color will be professional and
appropriate to the job duties and non-offensive.
Piercings:
• Employees may wear earrings, however, ear gauges are not permissible.
• Tongue piercings are not allowed.
• Visible body piercings, including but not limited to, nose, eyebrows, or lips are not allowed.
Footwear:
• Non-uniformed employees, contract workers, and volunteers are required to wear footwear that is appropriate
and in good repair.
o Heel height will not be higher than three inches measured at back of heel.
Jewelry should be professional and appropriate to job duties.
Appropriate undergarments will be worn.

AR 1450-36 Employee Drug Deterrence Program

It is the policy of the Colorado Department of Corrections (DOC) to support a drug-free workplace for all DOC
employees, contract workers, and volunteers. The DOC believes that the threat to public safety posed by DOC employees,
contract workers, and volunteers who are either users of, or have in their possession, illegal drugs or are abusers of
controlled substances or are under the influence of alcohol is a compelling and legitimate factor in establishing a drug
deterrence program. This AR ensures that the CDOC is in compliance with Executive Order D 0002-91, “Substance Abuse
Policy for Colorado State Employees.”
The use and/or possession of illegal drugs or abuse of controlled substances is a crime which, in most cases, constitutes a
felony. Any DOC employee, contract worker, or volunteer who uses and/or possesses illegal drugs, abuses controlled
substances, or reports to work under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs poses a potential threat to the safety of the
community and his/her fellow DOC employees, contract workers, and volunteers and diminishes the morale and integrity of
the DOC.
The use and/or possession of illegal drugs, abuse of controlled substances, or working under the influence of alcohol or
illegal drugs by CDOC employees, contract workers, and volunteers is prohibited. Violations of this administrative
regulation will be cause for management/supervisor intervention that may result in corrective and/or disciplinary action up
to, and including, termination.
To ensure the CDOC upholds its commitment to provide a safe and secure work environment, the use of any illegal
drug covered under the federal Controlled Substances Act, including marijuana that is medically prescribed and/or
registered, is prohibited.
Reasonable suspicion testing will occur for probationary and certified employees, contract workers, volunteers, and
interns, based upon reasonable suspicion that the person to be tested has used and/or possessed of illegal drugs or
abused controlled substances while on duty or is working under the influence of alcohol or marijuana. Reasonable
suspicion drug testing will include marijuana on the testing panel. The testing panel method may include a urinalysis,
breath alcohol or hair test.
• Any DOC employee, contract worker, intern, or volunteer who reasonably believes that another DOC
employee, contract worker, intern, or volunteer may be under the influence of an illegal drug, a controlled
substance, marijuana and/or alcohol while on duty, must immediately report their suspicions to a supervisor
who will brief the appointing authority or designee.
• The suspected DOC employee, contract worker, or volunteer will be tested following the processes outlined
in this AR.
Colorado Department of Corrections Volunteer Process Page 1

• All Volunteers must be attached to an Approved Volunteer Program.

• Volunteer Program Approval requires organizations to submit a CDOC Program
Description form (AR 900-01F) outlining the program mission, vision, curriculum,
measures of success and other pertinent details.
VOLUNTEER PROCESS
Step 1 – Application to HQ for Background Investigation/Covid Safety
Agreement/Vaccination Record
Potential volunteers must make individual application by submitting form 900-1A (two pages), A Covid
Safety Agreement and a copy of their Vaccination record. Each applicant will undergo a background
investigation of criminal history. Volunteers will receive an Approval/Denial Letter from HQ/FCP when
background is complete. This letter will include instructions for approved volunteers to schedule
themselves for the Basic Volunteer Training and will include a statewide Training Schedule (the schedule
is available online at: https://cdoc.colorado.gov/about/community-engagement/volunteer-opportunities.
Click on the heading About, then Community Engagement, then Volunteer Opportunities).

Step 2 – Basic Volunteer Training – BVT (8 Hrs)

Only individuals who have been cleared by HQ/FCP through the application and background process are
allowed to attend training.
Training will include:
 Colorado Department of Corrections  Prison Rape Elimination Act – PREA
Overview  Professionalism
 ADA Refresher  Restorative Justice Listen & Learn Series
 Communicable Diseases (Segments 1-5)
 HIPAA  DPATraining (Parts 1-4)
 Hostage Survival

Upon successful completion of this training each volunteer will complete the Training Certification
form, Volunteer Agreement, Code of Ethics, Confidentiality Statement and Consent to Search
Authorization. There is also a multiple choice test to complete and turn in.

Step 3 – Facility Specific Orientation and Tour (up to 2 Hrs)

Facility Orientation Tours are required at each facility the volunteer plans to access. Following successful
completion of the Basic Volunteer Training, each volunteer will contact the appropriate Facility Volunteer
Coordinator to arrange the facility orientation tour. Upon successful completion of the orientation the
Facility Specific Orientation (AR 900-1E) will be completed and forwarded to the Warden for approval.

Step 4 – Warden Approval (Form AR 900–1E)

Statute requires that each Warden/designee is responsible for approving all individuals entering the facility.
The Warden’s signature on the orientation form satisfies this requirement and completes this process. A
volunteer’s facility access is not established until the Warden’s signature has been issued and the forms have
been processed by Faith and Citizen Programs.

The facility volunteer coordinators must send signed orientation forms to Faith and Citizen Programs for
final data entry (and program assignment) into the Volunteer Tracking System. This step ensures the
volunteer’s name will appear on the Facility Volunteer Roster indicating all requirements have been met.

The Volunteer Is Now Approved.

Welcome to the CDOC!

Colorado Department of Corrections Volunteer Process Page 2
Step 5 – Volunteer May Access CDOC Facility (Per Volunteer Roster)
Approved volunteers are not allowed unrestricted access. They may access only for the approved
program(s) as scheduled by the Facility Volunteer Coordinator. Security staff at facility entry points should
have easy access to a current facility volunteer roster and monthly program schedule. Approved volunteers
are allowed access by into the facility by signing in and exchanging their photo ID for a Green Volunteer
Badge.

Step 6 – Annual Update Application and Background Investigation are required

In order to remain an active volunteer each individual is required to submit an annual update application
(form AR 900-1A, two pages). The date is determined by the last approved application on file. As a
courtesy, FCP will email a renewal application to the last known email address a month prior to the
expiration date. Those individuals who do not submit the application or fail to complete the required
update training within the allotted time constraints will be inactivated.

Step 7 – Update Volunteer Training – UVT (4 hrs)

Volunteers are required to attend the Update Volunteer Training every twelve months in order to remain
an active volunteer. The date is determined from the last attended class. These classes are offered
throughout the year via a Google Meet online training. The schedule is available online at:
www.colorado.gov/cdoc. Click on the heading About, then Community Engagement, then Volunteer
Opportunities. Those individuals who do not complete the required update training within the allotted
time or fail to submit an update application will be inactivated.

Step 8 - Remain Professional, Remain Updated and Remain Active

Volunteers who fail to maintain the highest standards of professionalism will be denied access to all
CDOC facilities. As with all CDOC employees, volunteers are held accountable for their behavior.
Reasons volunteers may become inactive include; Introduction of contraband, Personal relationships with
offenders, failure to submit an updated application and failure to attend an annual Update Volunteer
Training.

Program Guests
CDOC policy allows for guests to access facilities on a limited basis to enhance an existing volunteer
program (special speaker, music provider, etc.), or to allow potential volunteers a chance to see if they
would like to proceed toward becoming a volunteer. Guests must be cleared at the facility level in
advance. They are only allowed access on the approved date, as outlined by the facility volunteer
coordinator. Guests must be red badge escorted at all times. The facility volunteer coordinator needs to be
notified 2 to 3 weeks in advance so that a background investigation can be conducted prior to allowing
access. CDOC will need Full Name, Date of Birth and Driver’s License Number to complete the
background investigation. Guidelines for Guests (AR 900-01J), needs to be completed and submitted with
the background information.
A clearance memo will be provided to main entry and will include; name, program affiliation, date, time,
special equipment and who will escort. Approved guests are allowed access by signing in and exchanging
their photo ID for a Red Guest Badge (escort required).

Special Food
Advance approval is required to bring in food items for special services or events. This is done by
submitting form AR 300-43A. All food items must be store-bought, arrive in sealed packaging and must be
consumed at the time of the program. Request must be submitted 4 weeks in advance.

Special Events
Regularly scheduled volunteer programs may include special services or events within the time frames,
space and parameters of the originally approved program. Larger, more involved events outside normally
scheduled program time frames and allowed space require Special Event Approval from the facility
management team. If an event is provided to more than one facility, approval from Faith and Citizen
Programs is required. Special Events require at least six weeks prior notice to Faith and Citizen Programs.
For further information you may call; 719-226-4291
 Colorado Department of Corrections: Facility Locations
N

�
• STERLING CF: V

•
DENVER WOMEN'S CF: V
RIFLE CC: I
e(DENVER RECEPTION AND DIAGNOSTIC CENTER: V

LIMON CF: IV.

BUENA VISTA

• DELTA CC: I •
CORRECTIONAL COMPLEX: Ill

SAN CARLOS CF: V

COLORADO TERRITORIAL CF: III YOUTHFUL OFFENDER SYSTEM: III
CENTENNIAL CF: V
•
LA VISTA CF: Ill

•
1-,..---_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-:::.,1...0LORAOO STATE PENITENTIARY: V
- --- - FREMONT CF: Ill
FOUR MILE CC: II Crowley County CF: Ill •
.ARKANSAS VALLEY C F: Ill

Bent County CF: Ill

• STATE ARROWHEAD CC: II
A Contract
SKYLINE CC: I
CC: Correctional Center
CF: Correctional Facility
Security: I Minimum
II Minimum-Restrictive • TRINIDAD CF: II
Ill Medium
IV Close
v Multi-Custody
Administrative Segregatio 0 10 20 40 60 80
Source: OPA. U.S. Census Bureau TIGER. A11g11st 11th.2011 M M Miles
 FACILITY LOCATION YEAR CAPACITY SECURITY
LEVEL
ARKANSAS VALLEY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY CROWLEY 1987 1089 III
ARROWHEAD CORRECTIONAL CENTER (ECC) CANON CITY 1989 520 II
BUENA VISTA CORRECTIONAL FACILITY BUENA VISTA 1892 934 III
BUENA VISTA MINIMUM CENTER BUENA VISTA 1984 300 II
BUENA VISTA TRANSTITIONAL WORK CENTER BUENA VISTA 2019 75 I
CENTENNIAL CORRECTIONAL FACILITY (ECC) CANON CITY 1980 1254 V
COLORADO STATE PENITENITIARY (ECC) CANON CITY 1993 756 V
COLORADO TERRITORIAL CORRECTIONAL FACILITY CANON CITY 1871 985 III
DELTA CORRECTIONAL CENTER DELTA 1964 477 I
DENVER RECEPTION & DIAGNOSTIC CENTER DENVER 1991 570 V
DENVER WOMENS CORRECTIONAL FACILITY DENVER 1998 984 V
FOUR MILE CORRECTIONAL CENTER (ECC) CANON CITY 1983 521 II
FREMONT CORRECTIONAL FACILITY (ECC) CANON CITY 1957 1621 III
LA VISTA CORRECTIONAL FACILITY PUEBLO 2006 560 III
LIMON CORRECTIONAL FACILITY LIMON 1991 930 IV
RIFLE CORRECTIONAL CENTER RIFLE 1969 192 I
SAN CARLOS CORRECTIONAL FACILITY PUEBLO 1995 255 V
SKYLINE CORRECTIONAL CENTER (ECC) CANON CITY 1957 252 I
STERLING CORRECTIONAL FACILITY STERLING 1999 2488 V
TRINIDAD CORRECTIONAL FACILITY TRINIDAD 2001 500 II
YOUTHFUL OFFENDER SYSTEM PUEBLO 1994 256 III
PRIVATE/ CONTRACT LOCATION YEAR CAPACITY SECURITY
LEVEL
BENT COUNTY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY LAS ANIMAS 1993 1466 III
CROWLEY COUNTY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY OLNEY SPRINGS 1998 1720 III
Faith & Citizen Programs 04/12/2023
1250 Academy Park Loop
Colorado Springs, CO 80910

CDOC Faith and Citizens Program Administrator

Kerri Delarosa
Office (719) 226-4290
Mobile (719) 640-7604
[email protected]

Email to send volunteer applications: [email protected]

CDOC Faith and Citizens Program Coordinator

Dee Ann Audet
Office (719)226-4293
Mobile (719)493-2652
[email protected]

CCF CSP FCF CMC (ACC/FMCC)

Program Assistant I
Dena Contratti-Vucetich
Office (719) 226-4293
[email protected]
Administrative Assistant
Ketsorin Van Dyke
Office (719) 226-4291
[email protected]
Regional Volunteer Coordinator Regional Volunteer Coordinator
Andrew Zack Jason Smith

Office (719) 226-4292 Office (719) 226-4291

Mobile (719) 429-0608 Mobile (719) 493-2480
[email protected] [email protected]

AVCF BCCF CCCF LCF SCF TCF DRDC DWCF LVCF YOS SCCF

Regional Volunteer Coordinator

Heather Parker

Office (719)226-4291
Mobile (719) 493-2576
[email protected]

BVCF CTCF DCC RCC SCC

1250 Academy Park Loop, Colorado Springs, CO 80910 P 719.226.4291

https://cdoc.colorado.gov/about/community-engagement/volunteer-opportunities
 3/21/2023

Faith & Citizen Programs CHAPLAIN/VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR/FACILITY ADDRESS/PHONE LIST

1250 Academy Park Loop
Colorado Springs, CO 80910
719-226-4291

ARKANSAS VALLEY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY (AVCF) BENT COUNTY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY (BCCF)
Mark Fairbairn, Warden 719-267-3520 Virgil Ensey, Warden 719-456-2610
12750 Hwy 96 at Lane 13 Fax 719-267-5024 11560 Rd FF75 Fax 719-456-2615
Ordway, CO 81034 Las Animas, CO 81054
Program Manager: Douglas Arnold 719-267-5162 Program Manager: Roscoe Mueller 719-456-2610 x22803
Volunteer Coordinator: Matt Gronemeyer 719-267-5164 Volunteer Coordinator: David Hestand
Chaplains: Larry Walker, Jackie Miller, Paul Nielsen 719-267-3520 Chaplain: David Hestand 719-456-2610 x22848
Howie Close 719-792-2119
BUENA VISTA CORRECTIONAL COMPLEX (BVCC) CANON MINIMUM CENTERS (Arrowhead, Four Mile)
Jason Lengerich, Warden 719-395-2404 Richard Persons, Warden 719-269-5601
15125 Hwys 24 & 285 / PO Box 2017 Fax 719-395-7214 Hwy 50 & Evans Blvd / PO Box 300 fax 719-269-5343
Buena Vista, CO 81211 Canon City, CO 81212
Program Manager: Lindsay Peterson 719-395-7251 Program Manager: Kayla Prosser 719-269-5610
Volunteer Coordinator: Carrie Morningwake 719-395-7287 Volunteer Coordinator: David Repar 719-269-5380
Chaplains: Clifford Donnelly 719-395-7224 Chaplains: Marcus Baird ACC 719-269-5623
Joshua Hoover 719-395-7318 Robert Cleveland FMCC 719-269-5705
Russell Barrows
Mark Nissley
CENTENNIAL CORRECTIONAL FACILITY (CCF) COLORADO STATE PENITENTIARY (CSP)
Matt Winden, Warden 719-269-4810 Stephanie Sandoval, Warden 719-269-5120
Hwy 50 & Evans Blvd / PO Box 600 Fax 719-269-5545 Hwy 50 & Evans Blvd / PO Box 777 Fax 719-269-5125
Canon City, CO 81212 Canon City, CO 81212
Program Manager: Jennifer Malebranche 719-269-5565 Program Manager: Christopher Thompson 719-269-5222
Volunteer Coordinator: Keith Meek 719-269-5561 Programs Captain: Chance Turner 719-269-5114
Chaplains: Abner King, James Bontrager 719-269-5539 Volunteer Coordinator: Isaac Montanez 719-269-5255
Chaplains: Don Brightwell, 719-269-5247
COLORADO TERRITORIAL CORRECTIONAL FACILITY (CTCF) Brian Pollard 719-269-5247
Eddie Caley, Warden 719-269-4181 CROWLEY COUNTY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY (CCCF)
275 W. Hwy 50 / PO Box 1010 Fax 719-269-4115 Barry Goodrich, Warden 719-267-3548
Canon City, CO 81212 6564 State Hwy 96 Fax 719-267-4517
Program Manager: Trevors Filer 719-269-4203 Olney Springs, CO 81062
Programs Captain: Christine Turner 719-269-4299 Program Manager: VACANT 719-267-3548 x75303
Volunteer Coordinator: Benjamin Thiel 719-269-4210 Volunteer Coordinator: Andrea Bravo 719-267-5309
Chaplains: Joshua Hoover, Paul Nielsen Chaplain: Andrea Bravo
David Ogletree, Mark Nissley 719-269-4181 X3034
DELTA CORRECTIONAL CENTER (DCC)
Patrick Fhuere, Warden 970-874-7614
11363 Lockhart Road Fax 970-874-5810
Delta, CO 81416
Programs Captain Gregory Goodwin 970-874-5850
Volunteer Coordinator: Madonna Goetzfried 970-874-5888
Chaplain: Ryan Dyer 970-874-5880

1250 Academy Park Loop, Colorado Springs, CO 80910 P 719.226.4291

https://cdoc.colorado.gov/about/community-engagement/volunteer-opportunities
 CHAPLAIN/VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR/FACILITY ADDRESS/PHONE LIST 3/21/2023
DENVER COMPLEX (DRDC & DWCF) FREMONT CORRECTIONAL FACILITY (FCF)
Ryan Long, Warden 303-371-4804 Siobhan Burtlow, Warden 719-269-5002
10900 Smith Road / PO Box 392005 303-307-2514 Hwy 50 & Evans Blvd / PO Box 999 Fax 719-269-5020
Denver, CO 80239 Canon City, CO 81212
Program Manager: Timothy McCarthy 303-307-2524 Program Manager: Justin McBride 719-269-5013
Program Captain: Daniel Davis 303-307-2523 Program Captain: Michael Sherwood 719-269-5349
Volunteer Coordinator: Frances Blair 303-307-2656 Volunteer Coordinator: Narva Courtney 719-269-5064
Chaplains: Hal Goldwire, David O'Rourke, Chaplains: Bill Humphreys, Jean-Marie Mondji 719-269-5094
Stephen Brown DRDC 303-307-2950 Cary Chapman, Mark Skalberg, Larry Walker
Chaplains: Patricia Winn, Janet Martinez, Leanor Till, Jason Moore LIMON CORRECTIONAL FACILITY (LCF)
Catherine Romero, Samm Melton-Hill DWCF 303-307-2669 Terry Jacques, Warden 719-775-9221
49030 State Highway 71 South Fax 719-775-7607
LAVISTA CORRECTIONAL FACILITY (LVCF) Limon, CO 80826
Tom Werlich, Warden 719-544-4800 Program Manager: Maria Nesby 719-775-7632
1401 W 17th St / PO Box 3 Fax 719-583-5909 Volunteer Coordinator: Nathan McDonald 719-775-8920
Pueblo, CO 81003 Chaplains: Jerry Briggs, Dan Matsche 719-775-9221
Program Manager: Cheryl Maes 719-583-5910 Kevin Schmit
Volunteer Coordinator: Carol Espinoza 719-583-5918 RIFLE CORRECTIONAL CENTER (RCC)
Chaplains: Donna Miller 719-583-5959 x3773 Patrick Fhuere, Warden 970-625-7578
Janet Miller, Kevin Miller, Dan Leetch, 200 County Road 219 Fax 970-625-7565
Jennifer Woodhull, Alicia Reeves Rifle, CO 81650
Program Manager: Arlo Padilla 970-625-7561
SAN CARLOS CORRECTIONAL FACILITY (SCCF) Program Supervisor: Lee Terrazas 970-625-7575
Thomas Little, Warden 719-544-4800 Volunteer Coordinator: Stella (Joy) Castaneda 970-625-7583
1410 W 13th St / PO Box 3 Fax 719-583-5510 Chaplain: Gabriel Cohen 970-625-3180
Pueblo, CO 81003 SKYLINE CORRECTIONAL CENTER (SCC)
Program Manager: VACANT 719-583-5906 Eddie Caley, Warden 719-269-4181
Volunteer Coordinator: Rebecca Cordova 719-583-5643 600 Evans Rd
Chaplain: Jack Olafson 719-544-4800 x3033 Canon City, CO 81215
Volunteer Coordinator: Marliza Dabney Valencia 719-583-5758
TRINIDAD CORRECTIONAL FACILITY (TCF) Chaplain: Brian Nichols
Thomas Little, Warden 719-845-3226 STERLING CORRECTIONAL FACILITY (SCF)
21000 Hwy 350 East Fax 719-845-3237 Jeff Long, Warden 970-521-5010
Model, CO 81059 12101 Hwy 61 / PO Box 6000 Fax 970-521-8225
Program Manager: Pablo Mendez 719-845-3269 Sterling, CO 80751
Program Supervisor: Randy Cook 719-845-3211 Program Manager: Joshua Dorcey 970-521-8400
Volunteer Coordinator: Daniel Mascarenas 719-845-3214 Program Supervisor: Cris Clare 970-521-8400
Chaplain: Rick Edwards 719-845-3524 Volunteer Coordinator: Vacant 970-521-8430
FAITH AND CITIZENS PROGRAM (FCP) Vol Coord Assistant: Vacant 970-521-8430
E-mail: [email protected] Chaplains: Zachary Swiger
FCP Manager: Kerri Delarosa 719-226-4291 East office x8430 / West office 3417
Liaison IV: Dee Ann Audet 719-226-4293 YOUTHFUL OFFENDER SYSTEM (YOS)
Program Assistant 1: Dena Contratti-Vucetich 719-226-4291 Tom Werlich, Warden 719-544-4800
Administrative Assistant: Ketsorin VanDyke 719-226-4291 1300 W 13th St 719-583-5755
Regional Coordinator: Andrew Zack 719-226-4292 Pueblo, CO 81003
Regional Coordinator: Jason Smith 719-226-4294 Program Manager: James Larimore 719-583-5734
Regional Coordinator: Heather Parker 719-226-4294 Volunteer Coordinator: Carol Espinoza 719-583-5918
Chaplain: Ricky Miller, John Chavez 719-583-5713

1250 Academy Park Loop, Colorado Springs, CO 80910 P 719.226.4291

https://cdoc.colorado.gov/about/community-engagement/volunteer-opportunities