Mentors

Each staff member mentors students, and follows their progress in the program through graduation.

The Staff

Six staff and two interns are currently attending to the needs of the students. The interns work with men on hold, prospects and candidates.

On staff we have two Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselors, one ordained pastoral counselor, and an instructor with a degree in public education. Two-thirds of our staff are men who have successfully overcome addictions.

Criteria for Phase Movement

This program is an individualized, self-paced educational program that is goal driven.

After the "Assessment of Need" and "Treatment Plan" is completed for a student, his program outline will be developed.

A uniform set of criteria is in use for the basic offerings of the program to determine the progress made, and current needs, of each student before proposing movement to the next Phase.

Our staff meets regularly with each student to discuss their progress in the program, and make necessary adjustments to his treatment plan, with his consent, to assure success upon program completion.

How to Apply

The individual who is in need of an addictions recovery program must call or write on his own behalf, or come in for an interview.

1. Men who are incarcerated or in a health facility may call by phone, e-mail, or write to the "Intake Staff." Call 520-740-1501 or send an Email to our Recovery Programs Admissions email.

2. Men being referred by another agency may have their case manager send a fax or e-mail. Fax 520-622-8585 or send an Email to our Recovery Programs Admissions email.

3. Once a request for an application has been received, our staff will communicate with the applicant.

4. A limited assessment of need and suitability for the program may be conducted and a decision to accept made before the possibility of a face-to-face interview.

5. Once a prospect has arrived at our facility, we will provide services, and give him four days to examine our program. If he does not wish to enter into the program, we will offer shelter services while he finds another suitable program or housing.

At any given time we have men waiting for an opening in the program. It is wise to begin communicating with us as early as possible.

Freedom of Movement

Students are limited to certain activities outside the facility until they reach the Second Semester.

Passes are issued for good reasons. When leaving the facility, students sign in and out. Exceptions to policy may be made when it is appropriate.

Reasons for Rejection of Application:

• The program is full and there are suitable prospects on a waiting list.
• The stated goals of the applicant are not compatible with program goals.
• The combination of needs of the applicant requires expertise outside our training and certification.