Review the attached “Criminal Justice” PowerPoint and the web links “Fighting Discrimination: LEGAL”, “Barriers to Work” and the first 7 minutes of “Prison in America” (Web Link: John Oliver).

Recall that within the medical community addiction is now universally viewed as a disease, a primary disease, not a symptom of an underlying psychiatric disorder. The Disease Concept helps clarify that addiction is a disease, not a lack of will power or a flaw in one’s moral character. Another advantage is that it labels the disorder not the person.

Please review the attached “Criminal Justice” PowerPoint and the web links “Fighting Discrimination: LEGAL”, “Barriers to Work” and the first 7 minutes of “Prison in America” (Web Link: John Oliver), before responding to the discussion topic.

Mr. Jones has applied for employment in the Information Technology division of a well known company. Ms. Smith, the Human Resources recruiter was highly impressed with Mr. Jones, however, a background search revealed two prior convictions for possession of CDS. Both convictions occurred within a 4-year period. During his interview he disclosed honestly that for a period of approximately 5 years he had a serious drug problem. Approximately 7 years ago he was admitted, via court mandate, for inpatient treatment and voluntarily completed an Intensive Outpatient aftercare program. He continues to attend self help support groups. Mr. Jones has had no arrests or legal involvement in over 7 years. He is now married and his wife is pregnant with their first child. Ms. Smith is willing to offer him the job, however, policy clearly dictates that a recommendation has to be given from the department head of the company’s Labor Relations department, who is ultimately responsible to decide.