R2 227 Sex Offender Management and Supervision – Meridian

March 10-12 2026, 8:00am-5:00pm

Credit Hours: 24
Course Number: R2 227

Description:

Provide officers with working knowledge of behavior theories and application of Sex Offender Supervision and Management strategies.

Day I: Understanding Behavior
Day 2: Etiology, Typology and Motivation of Sexual Offenses
Day 3: Supervision Strategies/ Case Studies/ Scenarios Understanding Behaviors (Psycho-Ed)This course reviews the general concepts and theories of brain function, human behavior, behavioral etiology, Mental Health and personality disorders. the student will gain insight into offender behavior, personality types and disorders and how these actors relate to supervision.

Target Skills: Subject Knowledge, Case Framework Etiology, Typology and Motivation of Sexual Offenses (Psycho-Ed) This course explores the typology, origins and motivations behind sexual offenses and their associated risk factors. Students will gain insight into the identification of risk related behaviors and patterns, paraphilias and practical application using the Containment Model.

Target Skills: Subject Knowledge, Case Framework, Insight/Discernment, Risk Identification Supervision Strategies (Application)This course focuses on case management, court testimony, case framing and sanction/intervention application. Students will learn SO and Court specific terminology, policy interpretation and application and case planning. In addition, students will gain insight into identifying and administering effective sanctions and interventions

Target Skills: Objectivity, Professionalism, Policy Application, Case Planning Case Studies (Lab)These mock case studies are designed to reflect specific typologies and risk levels. Each case is embedded with information indicative of specific typology and risk factors. In this exercise, students will learn to conduct a thorough review and assessment of case material, interpret assessments/reports, develop an effective case plan and explore potential sanctions and interventions that best address the identified risk behaviors.

Target Skills: Perceptiveness/Discernment, Subject Knowledge, Containment Collaboration Scenario (Skill Demonstration) SOMS Scenarios are designed to allow the student to demonstrate the knowledge and skills they acquired during the SOMS Academy. The officer is presented with a case file and information requiring action to be taken and possible investigation. Additional information will be provided as requested by the officer. The student will be provided with collateral contact information and will simulate collateral contacts. The student will progress unaided through the initial investigation, offender interview and sanction/intervention process from beginning to end.

Target Skills: Adaptability, Subject knowledge, Communication skills, Containment Collaboration, Case Framework

Final Test: 50 Question comprehensive test

Instructor: Matt Keeler & Robert Wyatt

Location:

IDOC Training & Development Center
1090 E. Watertower St
Meridian, ID 83642

Cost: Free
(Attendees are responsible for meals, travel, and/or lodging)

Registration Details:

Contact Matt Keeler to register mkeeler@idoc.idaho.gov or (503)784-4246

Remark:

This is a first come first serve registration with 48 seats

Register deadline is February 25th 2026

Point of contact Matt Keeler (503)784-4246 or mkeeler@idoc.idaho.gov