Strategic Community Supervision

Probation officers in B.C. are provided Strategic Training in Community Supervision (STICS), an internationally recognized approach to community supervision proven to reduce recidivism by as much as 30%.

Using STICS as a part of the Strategic Community Supervision model, probation officers lead by example, build rapport with the individuals they supervise, challenge thinking errors, and reinforce prosocial attitudes that influence change and reduce the risk someone might pose in the community.

There are three principles at the heart of Strategic Community Supervision:

1. Risk – An individual should receive a level of service that matches their risk.
2. Need – An individual should receive services that address the cause of their criminal behaviour.
3. Responsivity – The kinds of support an individual receives should work with their motivations, strengths and learning style.