Assignment Details:

Evidence-based practices (EBP) are becoming increasingly popular in the field of corrections as a method to ensure that offenders are receiving the treatment they need to help reduce recidivism.

For your Discussion Board this week, research 1–2 community corrections agencies that have implemented EBP, and respond to the following:

· When did they first implement EBP?

· Have their recidivism rates changed since the implementation of EBP?

· How has EBP impacted case manager or probation officer caseloads?

· What impact do you think EBP has on case manager time management strategies and workload?