El Paso County Community Supervision and Corrections Dept

You can support your loved ones at El Paso County CSCD on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 915-546-8120.

The El Paso County Community Supervision and Corrections Dept is overseen by the El Paso Sheriff's Department and consists of six community-based programs that supervise both pre-sentenced and post-sentenced offenders, prioritizing public safety and cost-effective alternatives to incarceration. Working in collaboration with the County's Work Release Center, located at 800 E Overland El Paso, TX, and other criminal justice agencies, the division oversees thousands of offenders in the community.

A Community Corrections Facility is a structured, supportive environment designed for low-risk offenders and those nearing the end of their sentences, with a primary goal of rehabilitation and successful reintegration into society. Unlike traditional high-security prisons, these facilities offer programs that focus on personal development, employment skills, and behavioral health, addressing the needs of individuals through targeted support. Common offerings include substance abuse treatment, cognitive-behavioral therapy, anger management, and vocational training, equipping residents with tools to overcome personal challenges and establish constructive habits.

Many Community Corrections facilities also feature work release programs, allowing individuals to work outside during the day and return in the evening, fostering a sense of responsibility and aiding the transition back into the community. Security is maintained through a combination of supervision and strict adherence to facility rules, ensuring a safe and structured environment. By promoting accountability and providing practical resources, Community Corrections facilities play a vital role in reducing recidivism, supporting public safety, and empowering residents to make positive, lasting changes in their lives.

The El Paso County Community Supervision and Corrections Department (El Paso County, CSCD) provides probation and community corrections services to 14 District Courts, 6 County Courts-at-law, 4 County Criminal Courts and the Jail Magistrate Court, and 2 County Courts in the region. This region includes El Paso, Culberson, and Hudspeth counties (map) - an area of more than 9,400 square miles with 10,178 offenders under direct supervision as of October 2014 including 120 residential beds.

El Paso County CSCD is dedicated to enhancing public safety and reducing recidivism through evidence-based supervision, culturally competent programs, and collaboration with victim services, law enforcement, courts, and community agencies.

Goals:

1. Public Safety: Expand community-based correctional interventions using a progressive sanctions model to lower reoffending risks.
2. Behavioral Health: Implement Clinical Management for Behavioral Health Services (CMBHS) to ensure accurate assessment and integrated treatment for offenders, especially those with co-occurring disorders.
3. Alternative Sentencing: Promote alternatives to incarceration through evidence-based cognitive behavioral models and specialized court programs.
4. Restitution: Enhance opportunities for offenders to make restitution through financial reimbursement and community service.
5. Community Collaboration: Strengthen partnerships with local, state, and federal agencies, and community organizations to improve offender services.
6. Training and Resources: Develop staff through comprehensive training programs and improve offender databases to measure the effectiveness of evidence-based practices.

These goals guide the department’s efforts in promoting ethical responsibilities and meeting the needs of the community justice system.