Revised TDCJ Volunteer Handbook

Texas Department of Criminal Justice Volunteer Services

Newly revised TDCJ Volunteer Handbook

The objectives of this handbook are to state the mission of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ); provide an overview of the volunteer program; provide an understanding of TDCJ policy regarding the volunteer program; and to promote an understanding of the dynamics involved with volunteering in a TDCJ facility.  Print a copy

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Become an approved volunteer!

The role of the volunteer within TDCJ is to provide guidance in specific activities and programs, promote personal growth and development, provide support and assistance to victims and offenders, and help facilitate re-entry into the community. If you are interested in becoming an approved volunteer within TDCJ please click here to apply.

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SPECIAL VOLUNTEER TRAINING- BEAUMONT, TX

Come attend retraining and BRING A FRIEND! No prior approval required

DATE:            November 16, 2013

TIME:            1:00pm - 4:00pm

LOCATION:  Faith Christian Center Church

                        6490 Phelan Blvd.

                        Beaumont, TX 77706

New applications are completed at the training.  Approval is subject to TDCJ volunteer eligibility criteria.  If you have questions please contact Volunteer Services at 936-437-3026.

Prison Fellowship Ministries will be hosting a workshop on volunteer opportunities within the Prison Fellowship organization beginning at 9:00am at Faith Christian Center Church in Beaumont, TX on November 16, 2013.  No prior approval required.  For more information contact bill_loyd@pfm.org

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For additional information, contact:

TDCJ Volunteer Services

(936) 437-3026

volunteerservices@tdcj.state.tx.us