CO II Richards indicated in the nomination, CO I Gilgours persistent and vigilant efforts to monitor the offenders and the housing unit allowed him to successfully locate and remove this contraband from the offender population. The following town hall meetings were held in August: CO I Mandy Estes has recovered a substantial amount of dangerous contraband while conducting her daily duties. Wikipedia. Congratulations to Chaplain Murphy on this outstanding recognition! The meal received many positive reviews. Anderson was nominated for this award by several fellow staff members who recognized her professionalism and her constant attentiveness to security issues. The following staff were recognized for 5 years of service with the Department of Corrections at an Awards Ceremony. Lori Parkey, FUM of Housing Unit 8 was an invaluable leader throughout this unprecedented time. The Corrections Way members supported an Angel Tree for children who might not have something for Christmas and a non-perishable food or hygiene product drive for those in need. CHILLICOTHE CORRECTIONAL CENTER Links At this point Sgt. On March 19, 2019 as Captain Jerry Shafer was driving home from work on westbound US Highway 36, he observed a vehicle in the ditch. He then managed to extinguish the fire from the truck, utilizing two fire extinguishers and bottled water, prior to the fire department arriving. October 6 Charitable Campaign Dress Down Day $2, October 11 Morale Committee FREE Dress Down Day, October 12 The Corrections Way Dress Down Day $2, October 20 Charitable Campaign Dress Down Day $2, October 26 Morale Committee Dress Down Day $2. Captain Shafer immediately called *55 to notify Law Enforcement. Corrections Officer II Cody Spease was named the CCC Employee of the Month for April 2022. July 15 Wellness Committee Dress Down Day, July 26 Morale Committee Dress Down Day. Lindas actions greatly contribute to the smooth operations of the institution and her professionalism does not go unnoticed. Chillicothe Correctional Center Location Acronym CCC Address 3151 Litton Road Chillicothe, MO 64601 United States Lat/Long 39.833226, -93.539595 Directions Link https://maps.google.com/maps?q=%273151%20Litton%20Road%2C%20Chillicothe%2C%20MO Phone Number (660) 646-4032 Fax Number (660) 646-1217 Warden's Name Chris McBee Security Level There were 6 staff members present. Long-term substance use disorder treatment (12 months and six months) for chronic and progressive addictions is provided at Chillicothe Correctional Center. 2021, May 6 Wellness Committee Dress Down Day, May 20 Morale Committee FREE Dress Down Day. Raechel Kelley, Storekeeper I, wasnamed the CCC Employee of the Month for October 2021. Supply Manager Stith indicated in the nomination, Ms. Topics discussed at these meetings included DAI agenda items, TimeClock Plus, offender release dress-outs, new uniforms/IDs, and CCC P4P dogs. He was presented this award due to an incident he responded to on September 22, 2021 when he was assigned as a CO I. The following town hall meetings were held in September: September 27 at 6:00 am, 8:00 am, & 3:00 pm. Pictured is Major David Savage accepting his award from DWOM Ryan Coffman and Warden Chris McBee. Brooke Jettelson, LPN (Corizon) August 17, 2020, Madison Searcy, LPN (Corizon) August 17, 2020, Becca Myrick, LPN, PRN (Corizon) August 17, 2020, David Sanson, COI, (transfer from WMCC) August 17, 2020, James Williams, Dentist (Corizon) August 24, 2020, Dora Beers, COIII (transfer from OCC) August 30, 2020, Megan Paalher, Licensed Practical Nurse (Corizon) August 31, 2020, Julianne Walton from Cook II to COI August 9, 2020, Shawn Pettigrew from CCMII to Functional Unit Manager August 24, 2020, Firearms training has restarted for Custody effective August 31, 2020, No town hall meetings were held in August, September 14 18 - Corrections Week, FREE Dress Down Days all week. Mr. LaFountain is a huge asset to this facility and his actions consistently demonstrate that he is a professional and a team player. Staff questions were presented regarding nicotine lozenges for the offender population, staff training, and medical lay-ins. CO I Leanna Anderson was named the Employee of the Month for December. The staff expressed their appreciation to all committees. In attendance were Sharps family, CCC Administration, and several others to show their support. He quickly notified RN Melissa Chavarria that the offender was out of sight and warranted a visual check. Wolfs actions are above and beyond her primary function of maintaining safety and security, which she does very well. Upon further inspection, it was found that dangerous contraband was concealed in the card. The most recent evidence of this was the Let Your Value Sparkle) display that was in the main lobby. The rest of the money was used to COMPLETELY FILL the Salvation Army Food Bank box at Walmart which was empty when the shopper elves (Emily Anderson and Candice Bell) arrived at Walmart. She likes to stay busy, so she is always ready to learn new things to enable her to help in any area. After discovering the mother was unable to pick up the child, another member of the group was to take the child to Kansas City. She takes pride in her job and is always willing to help when needed.. CO I Peters is a huge asset to this facility and his actions consistently demonstrate that he is a professional and a team player. June Town Hall meetings were held on July 28, 2022 at 6:00am, 10:00am and 3:00pm. Kurt was nominated for this award by CCM II Aimee Dorrell, who recognized his constant professionalism and commitment to ensuring a safe environment for staff and offenders. Teresa DeSpain, FUM (Transfer from WRDCC) 9/1/21, Lori Bowen, COI, (Transfer from WMCC) 9/7/21, Bill Fountain, Vocational Education Supervisor, (Transfer from MCC) 9/7/21, Kaitleyn McMullen, Administrative Assistant, Gateway 9/7/21, Grayson Webb, Counselor I, Gateway 9/7/21, Amanda Vance, Cook II to Cook III 9/19/21. These three staff members are Candice Bell, CCM, Stephanie Eckert, CCM and Nelda Kroll, COII. The MSHP stated there had been several 911 calls regarding the vehicle, but Captain Shafer was the only caller who stopped to assist. Institutional Investigator Chuck Ness was named the CCC Employee of the Month for May 2022. Vickis actions greatly contribute to the smooth operations of the institution and her professionalism does not go unnoticed. Clerk, Warden Chris McBee, Mary Enyeart, OSA, Chelsey Rhoades, Business Office Manager, Kimberly Herring, DWO, Lindy Smith, Acct., Clerk. CO I McKiddy submitted a proposal for a TASC property room located in Housing Unit #1 which will be very beneficial for the institution in saving time and effort by allowing staff quick access to the property and should also be cost saving by reducing the monies reimbursed to offenders due to lost or damaged property. Upon further search of the envelopes, twelve clear strips were found within them, which tested positive for suboxone by Investigator Chuck Ness. On November 17, 2019, when CO I Jettelson was assigned to Recreation, he discovered a package containing dangerous contraband. Vickie Stimpson, promoted from Cook I to COI (transfer from WMCC) 1/12/20. Three, clear, plastic bottles of prepared infant beverage, Three, unopened vendor containers of baby food, One plastic pacifier, teether and/or rattle. Ray was nominated for this award by Deputy Warden Kimberly Herring and Food Service Manager Sherry Oldham, who recognized his constant professionalism and commitment to ensuring the smooth operations of the facility. The quick actions of these three staff members thwarted a potential medical emergency and provided critical timely assistance to a staff member in need. Shafer, Michael Brown, Samuel Hathcock (Not present: Ricky Dorsey, Clay Fewins, Carl Howe, Brenda Ishmael, Douglas Jeffries, Charles Walton, James Woods) (15 year photo). He then stepped between the two individuals to ensure the man could not further assault the woman and informed them law enforcement had been notified and was enroute. Janet Rhodes, CROIII, was awarded the FRDC Wardens Coin of Excellence, a recognition reserved for staff who demand a high level of achievement from themselves, continually going the extra mile to assist others, role model the Departments code of conduct, and support the mission, vision, and strategic plan of the Missouri Department of Corrections. Savage and others provided comfort and care to the victims of the accident until the first responders arrived. Town Hall meetings in July were held July 26 at 6:00 am and July 29 at 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Meeting minutes have not been made available yet. Katie was nominated for this award by Mailroom Supervisor Grace Davis, who recognized her constant professionalism and commitment to ensuring a safe environment for staff and offenders. CORE training for FY2023 has started with the first class being held for Custody and Non-Custody the week of October 17. We had 22 plunges, 5 of the plunges were Pee Wee plunges. Ashton was nominated for this award by CO I David Baker, who recognized his constant professionalism and willingness to assist others. These three staff members lead by example and showed extraordinary dedication to their job and the citizens of this great state by going above and beyond their duties in a unified effort to preserve the life of another human. Congratulations to Cody Spease, Corrections Officer III, on being named the 2022 CCC Employee of the Year! Staff were all smiles after receiving their shot. Paiten was nominated for this award by all of the 2, It was indicated that recently when the OSA assigned to the Shift Commanders Office retired, Paiten generously volunteered to assume these duties to assist in helping the office run smoothly, in addition to her many responsibilities as the Office Support Assistant for the Chief of Custody. DWO Kimberly Herring is in the background. Investigator Aaron York has worked tirelessly on numerous issues that arise at CCC. Congratulations to Case Manager Ben Sutton who was presented with the Department of Corrections Distinguished Service Award! All three continued the life saving measures until the offender was off site with LT. Eckert staying with the offender in the ambulance and assisting the paramedics by conducting chest compressions until she was relieved by the Hedrick Medical Center staff. She went above and beyond her assigned duties, assisting both classification and custody staff with any task needing to be accomplished, to include serving meals, getting ice, and handing out canteen to offenders on isolation/quarantine status. New staff members have taken the Supervising Female Offenders course at the training building. CCM II John Huber and Institutional Training Officer Philip Bower were named the CCC Employees of the Month for January and February 2023. Wikipedia, Address:3151 Litton Rd, Chillicothe, MO 64601, Security class:(Minimum, Medium, Maximum), 715 Washington StreetChillicothe, MO 64601Phone: 660-646-1877 / 888-756-0990Fax: 660-646-6811, Other Recreational Opportunities in Our Area. Congratulations to Sergeant Jeff McDaniel and Captain Lorri Welling who were both presented with the Department of Corrections Distinguished Service Award! Wednesdays lunch was a sub sandwich, chips and drink. Her keen searching skills and attention to detail contributed towards this substance being found, therefore, preventing contraband from entering the institution and getting into an offenders possession. Gift cards were drawn for by PBC on Monday. Janet was recognized by the Administrative Team at the Fulton Reception and Diagnostic Center for the continued above and beyond work ethic and willingness to assist the FRDC Records Department both remotely and onsite at FRDC during an unprecedented staff shortage in the office. Staff members were given a personal wellness card upon registration and took their card to receive screenings at various stations including hearing, vision, blood pressure, blood glucose, and vein screening. P. O. When this request was passed along to the Shift Supervisor, the meal was immediately approved. Nicole Grady accompanied Cook LaFolette in the ambulance to the hospital. August 3 Morale Committee $1 Dress Down Day, August 25 Morale Committee FREE Dress Down Day, August 31 Wellness Committee $1 Dress Down Day. Kylee Ireland, Office Support Assistant-Mailroom was named the May 2021 Employee of the Month. Special thanks is given to Coordinators Jami Walker and Tanya Allen! Her story was made famous in the HBO documentary Mommy Dead & Dearest, which revealed that Dee Dee had Munchausens By Proxy and Gypsy was her victim. Ms. Kelley is a huge asset to this facility and her actions consistently demonstrate that she is a professional and a team player. His actions placed himself in danger due to the road conditions, but possibly prevented any further damage to the state vehicle or injury to the staff member. It was noted that he volunteered to work his RDO on Christmas for a fellow sergeant to be able to have the holiday off to spend at home with his kids. The CCC PBC put on an awesome Christmas Week! The Wellness Committee hosted a blood drive for Red Cross on Wednesday, March 16, 2022.There were 29 presenters and 24 units were collected. CO II Jessie Fondren All staff maintained the resuscitation efforts until the Paramedics arrived and took over all life-saving measures. He is very meticulous in his job duties as the Ad Seg Property Officer. CO I Fulk and other CCC staff who volunteered to work overtime at TCC on September 10-11, 2022, completed the remaining searches and UAs required for the institution for the month of September. Rhonda was nominated for this award by CO II Nicholas Koenig, who recognized her constant professionalism and ability to handle difficult situations. When limited visiting was opened up, she took on the responsibility of making appointments for family to see their loved ones. DOC Director Anne Precycthe and DAI Director Jeff Norman arrived at CCC on September 2, 2021 to award COI Rodney Buttz the Award of Valor. Chillicothe Correctional Center 1,592 Women's Eastern Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center 781 Total Female Permanent Capacity 2,373 Total Permanent Capacity 27,665 Missouri Prison Capacity Planned for Fiscal Year 2022. Items from the section head meeting were also shared with present staff. Joshua Bundy, Substance Abuse Counselor 4/11/22, Patricia Gladbach, OSA to Storekeeper I 4/3/22. He was able to establish a degree of cooperation from the offender to bring her into compliance without use of force during this event. The child then contacted the father who was able to get to the child at the campground. RN Jason Asher utilized the AMBU bag to give rescue breaths. December Town Hall meetings were held on December 28, 2022 at 6:00am, 10:30am and 3:00pm. The $120 million facility opened in late 2008, and with a capacity of 1740 inmates at a mix of security levels. OSA Linda Shafer was named the January 2021 Employee of the Month. The man was trying to whip out the fire with a shirt and a woman was standing a safe distance from the vehicle holding a baby. All adult visitors are required to show photo ID, such as a current drivers license or Department of Revenue identification card. Notable inmates at Chillicothe Correctional Center include Gypsy Rose Blanchard. horrendous.I watched Officers accussed and convicted of sex w offenders transferred down to Cameron and others expidited back to their homelands. It is stated in the nomination, FUM Ashton Christophers willingness to assist his housing unit in emergency situations displays exemplary leadership skills and teamwork. Vicki was nominated for this award by Karen Gatton, CCM, who recognized her constant professionalism and willingness to assist her fellow staff members. CO I Dusty Lybargerwas chosen as the Employee of the Month for the month of September. CO I Steven Smith 11 staff were first time donors with Community Blood Center. A years of service drawing was held each day by PBC to give away additional gifts. The Chillicothe Correctional Center is a state prison for women in Chillicothe, Livingston County, Missouri, owned and operated by the Missouri Department of Corrections. When her co-workers are out of the office, she goes above and beyond, checking their mailboxes for important paperwork, release papers, and home plans, ensuring no necessary duties are neglected. On June 11, 2021, she had just returned from a CERT callout and several lock-ups came into the unit at once. He conducted himself in a professional manner which gained the offenders trust as well as compliance. Items from the section head meeting were also shared with present staff. quick actions very possibly saved my life. Zachary Bendure, COI, transfer from WMCC 8/1/21, Michael Burchett, COI, transfer from WMCC 8/29/21, Ronald Wilson, COI, transfer from WMCC 8/29/21, Stephanie Nickell, IPO to Unit Supervisor 8/29/21. Advisory Council Contacts for Kairos Chillicothe Correctional Center (women) CCC - Chillicothe, Missouri AC Chair: Carol Constant - 4given.cc@gmail.com.