A Counselor's View
 by Kaylene Carson, OOR Liaison Corrections Counselor II

 I have been fortunate to be part of the OOR program since it began at SCI-Albion in the Spring of 2002.

 Getting the program up and running required hard work and dedication, but I now see that it was well worth the effort.

 OOR gives inmates the opportunity to learn a skilled trade.  This is especially important for the younger offenders who have no job skills.


Kaylene Carson

 Although it can be difficult for some inmates to participate in the program, it becomes worthwhile when the pride of their accomplishments shows as they acquire new skills.

 I've seen this program instill a great work ethic, as well as give the inmates a measure of pride to be able to say, "I completed that."  I strongly believe in the objective of this program, to slowly integrate inmates into the community while offering important services to low income families.  OOR makes the best of two grave circumstances and proves that the DOC is endeavoring to make a positive contribution to the community.

Graduate Looks Ahead
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 After graduating from OOR in March 2004, Mr. McDonald entered Erie Community Corrections Center.  He worked for a local plumbing contractor for three months and then was hired by AIC Commercial Parts and Service, Erie, as an HVAC field technician trainee at $7/hour.

 When he finished the 90-day training program, he was promoted to fulltime at $10/hour with benefits.

 Mr. McDonald is "very optimistic about my new job and what the future has to offer.  I will be forever grateful for the experience and knowledge that were provided to me by participation in OOR."

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OOR, The Goodwill Ambassadors of SCI-Albion

Graduate Looks Ahead

 OOR at SCI-Albion is a Success

Benefits on Both Sides of the Fence

OOR: An Asset to SCI-Albion and Surrounding Area

 Staff Compares Notes

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 A Counselors View

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