Childersburg Community Work Center

The Childersburg Community-Based Facility/Community Work Center is a minimum-security facility located in Childersburg, Alabama. The center houses a maximum of 268 male inmates who are in the custody of the Alabama Department of Corrections. 

The inmates at Childersburg are classified as either "Minimum-Out" or "Minimum-Community." 

Minimum-Out inmates can be assigned to off-property work details without the direct supervision of correctional officers. Minimum-Out inmates are generally assigned to Community Work Centers (CWC).

Minimum-Community inmates are allowed to be employed in the community on a full-time basis and are supervised at Childersburg when they're not working.

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Visiting Hours and Rules

You must contact the Childersburg Community-Based Facility/Community Work Center directly for specific visiting hours and information.

All adults who wish to visit an inmate at Childersburg must have a valid photo ID and be listed on the inmate's visitation list. Both adult and minor visitors will be searched before they enter the visitation room.

Each adult visitor may bring no more than $20.00 for the vending machines, a photo ID, and car keys in a clear plastic bag into the visiting room. Visitors are not allowed to leave any item(s) for an inmate.

Visitors who have infants are allowed to bring no more than four disposable diapers (one will be changed during searches), one small baby blanket, and two plastic baby bottles into the visiting area. 

Prohibited Items in the Visiting Room

The following items are not allowed in the visiting room at Childersburg Community-Based Facility/Community Work Center.

  • Sunglasses, except prescribed by a doctor.
  • Electronic equipment to include, but not be limited to, cell phones, video games, radios, MP3 players, laptops, etc. 
  • Jewelry, except wedding set/band. 
  • Medication, except prescribed by a doctor and with prior approval of the Warden. 
  • Tobacco products, matches, or lighters. 
  • Firearms/Weapons. 
  • Purses, briefcases, or duffel bags. 
  • Hats, caps, scarves, or headbands. 
  • White or any light colored clothing that appears white. 
  • Wigs, except prescribed by a doctor and with prior approval of the Warden. 
  • Scrub type garments. 
  • Sundresses or sleeveless shirts.
  • Shorts, stretch pants, or tight fitting trousers with elastic type fabrics. All trousers must be at least ankle-length. 
  • Slippers, shower shoes, and beach shoes. 
  • Tight fitting, sheer, and see-through clothes. 

Females in the visiting room must follow a conservative dress code. Dresses, skirts, and pants must extend below the knee. Splits/Slits must be knee length or lower. All blouses and shirts must be long enough to cover the waist and chest area.

Physical Address

Childersburg Community-Based Facility/Community Work Center
13501 Plant Road
Childersburg, AL 35044

Driving Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/G81vybAu6RQ6yBi36

General Phone Number

(256) 378-3821

Inmate Mailing Address(es)

Childersburg Community-Based Facility/Community Work Center
Inmate name and number
13501 Plant Road
Childersburg, AL 35044

Inmate Incentive Packages

Inmates at Childersburg Community-Based Facility/Community Work Center are allowed to have incentive packages via Access SecurePak. These packages include hygiene products, clothing, electronics, and food items that are pre-approved by the Alabama DOC. These incentive packages must be purchased by a friend or family member.

There are four convenient ways to order the seasonal incentive packages:

  • Online at http://alabamapackages.com/
  • US MailAccess Securepak (AL)10880 Lin Page PlaceSt Louis, MO 63132
  • Fax: 1-866-754-2813
  • Phone: 1-800-546-6283

Footwear Package Program

To order shoes for your loved one housed at Childersburg Community-Based Facility/Community Work Center, you have four different options via the Alabama DOC's exclusive footwear provider, Union Supply Direct.

  • Online at: http://www.alinmatepackage.com/
  • Call (877) 765-7013
  • Fax (877) 765-7014
  • Mail your order to:
    UNION SUPPLY DIRECT
    Dept. #651
    P.O. Box 9018
    Rancho Dominguez, CA 90224-9018

How to Call an Inmate

You can't call an inmate at the Childersburg Community-Based Facility/Community Work Center. 

However, family and friends can set up a phone account with Securus to receive incoming calls.

You also have the option of sending emails, e-cards, photos, and videograms by setting up an account with Securus and downloading their app.

How to Send Money

There are four ways to send money to an inmate at the Childersburg Community-Based Facility/Community Work Center via Access Corrections or Cash Pay Today.

  • Online at www.accesscorrections.com (debit or credit card only)
  • Phone by calling (866) 345-1884 (debit or credit card only)
  • Use Cash by visiting Cash Pay Today at www.CashPayToday.com or calling 844-340-CASH(2274) for the most current location list and to register for your account.
  • Send a Money Order By Mail with a deposit coupon, which can be found by clicking here or at www.accesscorrections.com. Once you have both the money order and coupon, mail to:

Secure Deposits — Alabama DOC
PO Box 12486
St. Louis, MO 63132

FEE SCHEDULES:
(Fees are deducted from the total deposited amount.)

Deposit Amount     

Online   

Phone   

Money Order   

Walk-In   

$0.01 - $25.00

$2.95

$3.50

No Charge

$5.00

$25.01 - $100.00

$5.95

$6.50

No Charge

$5.00

$100.01 - $200.00

$7.95

$8.50

No Charge

$5.00

$200.01 - $300.00

$7.95

$9.00

No Charge

$5.00

Programs For Inmates

The Childersburg CBF offers educational, drug treatment, and re-entry programs that operate concurrently with the Community Work and Work Release programs.

Inmates can be assigned to work for various government agencies for paid employment. Or, they can work on the property and within the center's educational or drug treatment programs. 

Childersburg has a small farm project that produces fresh produce. This project reduces the facility’s outsourcing produce order by 80%-100% in the peak harvest seasons.

Inmates in the Work Release program work for private employers in the community and are paid a prevailing wage. Work Release inmates not employed work on property or participate in work training classes through the WorkKeys Program, administered by the Central Alabama Community College.

The Childersburg Community-Based Facility/Community Work Center has a vibrant religious community that is served by a volunteer Chaplain and certified volunteers of all faiths. Structured services/programs are offered on a daily basis.

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Careers at Childersburg Community Work Center

If you are interested in a career with the Alabama Department of Corrections and would like to work at the Childersburg Community-Based Facility/Community Work Center, click here or here.

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