Employer Services
Broken Chains Ministries, Inc.
Linking individuals, families and communities together for re-integration of ex-offenders.

    A strong correlation between EMPLOYERS, corrections, supervision, educational/training agencies, faith-based
    and community-based organizations, family members, and the community is a must for successful re-entry of ex-
    offenders returning home to their community.

    The U.S. Bureau of Justice Statistics reports that 1 in 15 adults will serve a prison term during their
    lifetime. Reports also state that if current trends continue, 1 in 3 African-American males will be imprisoned (NCJ
    197976, August 2003).

    As reported the annual cost of housing an inmate in federal prison is currently $23,429. The U.S. Department of
    Justice reported that the average annual cost of incarcerating a state inmate was $22,650 (NCJ202949, June
    2004).  Collegeboard.com reported in 2004-2005 that the average annual cost for room, board, tuition & fees at
    an in-state public university was $12,841, & $27,677 for a private university.

    At the federal level in 2006, 85% of ex-offenders who had their supervision  revoked were unemployed at the
    time of the violation. This is consistent in our District, where 83% of ex-offenders whose supervision was
    revoked were unemployed at the time of the violation.   An unemployed ex-offender is four times more likely to
    return to prison than an ex-offender who is employed.

    The legal restrictions and social perceptions associated with felony convictions also create barriers to
    employment, which make employment challenging for ex-offenders.  

    We ask you the employer:
  • To improve the employment opportunity for ex-offenders
  • Help reduce recidivism
  • Promote public safety
  • Improve the social and economic quality of life for our communities as well as for the families of ex-
    offenders
  • Assist in reducing victimization.    


                                                     Business Services

  • BCMI maintains a diversified pool of pre-screened, prepared, responsible candidates, thereby saving time and
    recruiting cost.

  • BCMI assists you in obtaining Tax Credits saving you thousands of dollars.

  • BCMI offers support by experienced employment specialists, to maintain employees for you, the employer.

  • BCMI provides long-term follow-up services to ensure the employee’s success and your satisfaction.

  • BCMI accesses a county-wide network of additional qualified individuals with experience, determination to
    ensure your position is filled.

  • BCMI staff can serve as consultants on ex-offender related issues.

                                                       Employer Benefits

    Employers can take advantage of the Work Opportunity Tax Credit of up to $2,400 for each ex-offender
    employed.  For more information, contact Greta E. Moran at BCMI (863) 662-8022 or call Jerry Jaco at (800) 877-
    8698 at the Department of Labor or visit their website www.uses.doleta.gov/wotcdata.asp.

    Employers may also be eligible for the Federal Bonding Program which provides insurance for any ex-offender
    you employ. More information concerning bonding is available at www.bonds4jobs.com/bondingprogram.html.   
    Mandatory Drug Testing is required for the majority of ex-offenders under the supervision by the U.S.
    Department of Correction (Probation Office).

    Third-Party Risk Notification -BCMI along with The U.S. Department of Corrections {Probation Office} will
    ensure that the employer is notified if an ex-offender that is considered for employment, poses a possible risk to
    the employer or community.

    Condition to Maintain Employment - Many ex-offender under the supervision of the U.S. Department of
    Correction {Probation Office} has a standard of condition to be employed or involved in an educational or
    training program approved by the U.S. Department of Correction {Probation Office}.

    Broken Chains Ministries' Staff along with the Probation Officers is a Resource - Job retention is a priority for
    participants within BCMI's programs. We encourage employers to contact our office regarding the performance
    of the employee. (863) 662-8022.
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