TC Primer PDF
TC Primer PDF
Origins
OXFORD
Alcoholics MOVEMENT
QUMRAN
COMMUNITY
Anonymous 1909 200 BC - 50 AD
1935
SYNANON
1958
DAYTOP
1960s
DOJ-PPA TC
1998-Present
Historical Highlights
Underlying Therapeutic Community Principles
Essential
Elements
Banishment
General Meeting
i Active Participation
i Membership Feedback
Chair
i Role Modelling Learning Experience
i Collective Formats for Guiding Individual Change Verbal Haircut
i Shared Norms and Values Deal With
i Structure and Systems Speak To
i Open Communication
i Individual and Group Relationships
Talk To
i Unique Terminology
Salient Features of the
Therapeutic Community Ladderized Program
(TCLP)
The TCLP integrates TC tools, norms and methods with probation and parole requirements,
implemented in progressive phases within the non-residential community-based setting of the
DOJ-PPA rehabilitation program for clients.
It provides clients with success milestones through graduated completion criteria, and aims for
more active involvement of clients and their families.
The TCLP has redefined program components. Several elements have been aligned, including
organizational core values with TC norms, TC hierarchical structure with field office organizational
structure, and clients’ assessments and planning processes with probation and parole conditions
and procedures.
Altogether, the TCLP seeks to give clients sustainable foundations for life after probation or
parole, empower implementers, and raise the application of the TC modality to higher professional
standards.
Treatment Categories Cardinal Rules
i Relational/Behavior Management i No drugs, no alcohol
i Affective/Emotional-Psychological i No sex or sexual acting out
i Cognitive/Intellectual i No violence or threat of violence
i Spiritual i No stealing
i Psychomotor/Vocational-Survival i No criminal activity
Skills
Integration of
RESTORATIVE JUSTICE
principles and processes in
the treatment program
PREPARATORY STAGE
Description:
This stage corresponds to the sixty-day investigation period for petitioners for probation, parole
or executive clemency. As part of the investigation, the assigned officer accomplishes the intake
interview using the Worksheet, and secures additional relevant information through other investigation
procedures. The Investigation Officer’s (IO’s) findings, together with the results of Client’s Needs
and Problem Checklist, will provide the initial general assessment that will, in turn, be used as a
basis for preparation of Client’s Personal Development Plan if probation/parole is recommended.
It is at this stage that the IO and CPPO/OIC should aim to create in the client and his/her family a
mind-set of cooperation and support for the former’s rehabilitation program. This is done by giving
clear information about probation/parole requirements during intake and field interviews, followed
by a more comprehensive program overview in the introductory Briefing. In the process, the IO and
CPPO/OIC raise client’s awareness of his /her obligations under the program, as well as secure
commitment to participate and a pledge of support from the family.
Objectives:
By the end of this stage:
iClients shall have accomplished the first
Needs and Problems Checklist and initial
Personal Development Plan, together
with the IO.
iClients shall have committed to comply
with the conditions of their probation/
parole, and to participate in the TC
Program.
iProblems that may hinder clients’
participation in the TC program shall have
been identified and addressed (ex.:
expenses, work, absences, literacy, etc.).
iClients, family members and VPAs shall
have attended the Introductory Briefing
during the investigation period or within
the 1st month of supervision.
iThe Local Government Units Chief
Executive and/or officials shall have been
informed and invited to the Introductory
Briefing.
PHASE I - ORIENTATION
Description:
Build Foundation
Client is assimilated into the TC culture during this phase. He/she acquires understanding
of the program, philosophy and beliefs of TC, his/her role in the hierarchical structure, and
rules to be observed as a TC Family member.
Client is familiarized with the TC unique terminology and introduced to the Behavior
Shaping Tools with opportunities to practice, as well as actually uses the basic ones.
The process of enculturation also generates self-awareness, challenges denials, and
begins client’s journey to self-responsibility and accountability.
The phase culminates with drawing up his/her Behavior/Attitude/Traits/Habits (BATH)
Plan and BATH Contract, and making an assessment of his/her progress through the
Checklist for Promotion to Phase II.
Objectives:
By the end of this phase, clients shall have:
Relational/Behavior Management
iComplied with probation/parole conditions
iUsed pull-ups, affirmations, elaboration and other behavior shaping tools
iRefrained from use of prohibited drugs
iEstablished bonding and trust with the TC Family
iInvolved some family members in their rehabilitation activities
Affective/Emotional-Psychological
iShown good grooming
iBegun to accept responsibility for their personal change
Cognitive/Intellectual
iIdentified personal strengths and weaknesses and resolved to change specific negative
behaviors and attitudes
iAcquired knowledge of the TC concepts, tools and processes
Spiritual
iApplied at least one TC Unwritten Philosophy
iDeveloped insights on their rehabilitation program through reflections
iDemonstrated understanding and appreciation of the TC Philosophy
iExpressed insights on their faith in God as the primary source of help in order to change
Psychomotor/Vocational-Survival Skills
iDemonstrated responsibility through performance of assigned tasks
Criteria for Promotion:
Relational/Behavior Management
iComplied with conditions of probation/parole
iCompleted 100% of TC Phase I sessions
iPerformed an assigned role or participated in the required number of Morning Meetings
iTested negative for prohibited drugs prior to promotion
iBecame a member of the TC Family
iClient’s family member (s) involved in pertinent Phase I sessions and/or reinforcing activities
Affective/Emotional-Psychological
iImproved and maintained hygiene and good grooming
iDeclared their commitment to carry out their BATH Plan and BATH Contract
Cognitive/Intellectual
iTC Terminologies understood and used
Spiritual
iUsed an Unwritten Philosophy to express concern for a TC brother or sister
iAccomplished at least 50% of required reflections
iQuoted and explained some lines of the TC Philosophy
Psychomotor/Vocational-Survival Skills
iPerformed the duties of their position in the TC Hierarchical Structure
iParticipated in required reinforcing activities
iReviewed and/or modified MPDP formulated in the Preparatory Stage
iPrepared a Road Map to Success prior to termination of probation/parole