The Level of Service/Case Management Inventory (LS/CMI) Guidance Using the LS/CMI in Prison and Throughcare
March 2025
PURPOSE OF THIS DOCUMENT
The purpose of this document is to support SPS Integrated Case Management (ICM) staff, Prison Based Social Work (PBSW) and Community Based Social Work (CBSW) staff who are involved in assessment and management planning decisions for individuals involved in offending, specifically in the use of the Level of Service Case Management Inventory (LS/CMI) assessment method and alignment with current case and risk management processes. It is important to note that this document does not replace the need for staff to continue to apply professional judgement and to share and record information between SPS and social work services.
Co-produced by Social Work Scotland, Scottish Prison Service, and RMA
