AJA & JCH Partnership Webinars

American Jail & Justice Clearinghouse - Jail & Corrections Webinars


B. Dietzman		LEADERSHIP RESET: Setting Goals for the New Year Wednesday, January 18, 2023 1:00PM ET It’s 2023…what are you going to do this year to become a better leader? I know as a leader you are busy. Too busy no matter what position you hold in your organization. When I was in an executive role at a large sheriff’s office, I was often frustrated with the day to day demands that often kept me from the big picture concerns I had. Let’s start this year off right with easy wins and small goals, leaving the idea of perfection in the past. We are human and as a result we take a step back on occasion but let’s develop an obtainable, usable plan that moves us forward. We will talk about small, incremental changes and habits that can be formed for personal growth. Do you have five minutes a day for growth? Then join me as we work to navigate the leadership journey!

R. Martin		CORRECTIONS STAFF WELLNESS: A Team LIFT Approach Tuesday, February 28, 2023 1:00PM ET We must acknowledge that staff wellness in Corrections can be one of the heaviest burdens of them all, yet one of the most difficult challenges to overcome. We also must recognize that heavy burdens only get lighter as we increase the number of hands that are lifting them as a team. This webinar is focused on the often-enormous task of improving staff wellness in Corrections. Learn how to break the barriers of stigma and lack of resources, by using the strength of the many to do the heavy lifting.

B. Dietzman		ORGANIZATIONAL STRESS: From the Frontline Perspective Thursday, March 30, 2023 1:00PM ET What is the number one stressor in the workplace? Is it the emotional or physical toll our careers take on us? Is it citizens or clients that demand too much with little or no support or appreciation? Those things can and are stressful, but research tells us it is the internal or organizational stress that causes the most damage. We expect demands from those we serve, but when it comes from the organization, it blindsides us. In Part 1 of this two-part series, we will examine the sources of organizational stress and why they exist. Then we will identify ways to mitigate the effects of organizational stress from the perspective of a frontline employee.

D. Knapp		RESPONDING TO THE URBAN JAIL IN CRISIS Thursday, April 20, 2023 3:00PM ET The Jackson County Detention Center in Kansas City, Missouri was in a state of emergency in 2015-2017. In-custody deaths, assaults on staff, contraband smuggling, rapes, and federal indictments made local and national headlines and eroded public trust. This session will focus on the background of a jail that was clearly in crisis and how that medium-sized facility in an urban setting was able to achieve operational stability. Points that will be covered: Understanding the potential of reevaluating functional organizational values Identifying and capitalizing on atypical resources to increase effectiveness Commitment to maintaining integrity in processes

B. Dietzman		ORGANIZATIONAL STRESS: From the Administrative Perspective Thursday, April 27, 2023 1:00PM ET What is the number one stressor in the workplace? Is it the emotional or physical toll your career takes on us? Is it citizens that demand too much with little or no support or appreciation? Those things can and are stressful, but research tells us it is the internal or organizational stress that causes the most damage. As an administrator, you are in charge of an organization that is probably understaffed, underfunded and under a microscope. We also know that due to this environment, we are putting a lot of demands on those we supervise which can cause stress. In Part 2 of this two-part series, we will examine the sources of organizational stress and why they exist. Then we will identify ways to mitigate the effects of organizational stress from the perspective of an administrator.

J. Shuford		7 KEYS TO PERSONAL RESILIENCE AND JOB RETENTION Thursday, May 11, 2023 3:00PM ET Low morale and high staff turnover damage personal resilience. Re-invigorating staff resilience can improve morale and retention. Transforming morale has to be done from the bottom up, i.e., at the officer level. Improving staff resilience, attitude and motivation will do more to improve morale and retention than simply changing policies. The work culture must change and that occurs at the individual staff level. This webinar will present 7 Keys to improve personal resilience, and therefore, the work culture.

D. Knapp		BOOMERS, SLACKERS AND SNOWFLAKES Tuesday, June 6, 2023 1:00PM ET This webinar will focus on the benefits of a multi-generational group of decision-makers at the table in the modern adult local detention facility and how that can be achieved and executed for efficacy and meaningful engagement. Participants will be provided ideas for identifying potential leaders and how to recognize and overcome barriers to participatory facility management.

J. Shuford		15 NO COST WAYS TO IMPROVE STAFF MORALE Tuesday, June 27, 2023 1:00PM ET Organizational stressors cause more harm than job duties. The primary reasons for poor staff retention are conflicts with other staff, poor supervision and the feeling administration doesn’t support staff. This webinar will present 15 specific proven ways to transform your organization’s focus to dramatically improve staff relationships and wellbeing, and therefore effectiveness.

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B. Dietzman		CONFIDENT FEMALE LEADERSHIP Tuesday, July 25, 2023 1:00PM ET Women have been told for ages to Lean In, be the Bosslady, to speak up, sit at the table and on and on. But why do we have to be told that? What holds us back and why? Is the current definition of leadership healthy? During this webinar, we will examine the reasons behind our tendency to ‘play small’ and then look at tangible things we can do to grow our confidence in this ever changing and more demanding world. You will gain an actionable plan that allows you to stretch yourself. But most importantly, learn how to define YOUR authentic style of leadership that is uniquely you!

D. Knapp		IN CUSTODY DEATHS: Beyond Case Closed Tuesday, August 8, 2023 1:00PM ET You’ve had an in-custody death, now what? Between September 2017 and September 2018 the Jackson County Detention Center in Kansas City, Missouri experienced 3 in-custody suicides. This webinar will discuss what is known about the factors leading up to the death of these individuals and how the Detention Center modified inmate management strategies to respond. This webinar will go beyond indicators and clinical risk factors into the environmental dynamics that can affect the outcome for inmates who see no hope or future in their situations.

D. Knapp		MANAGEMENT BY COMMITTEE: How to Improve Engagement, Inclusivity and Retention without Breaking Your Budget Tuesday, October 3, 2023 1:00PM ET According to researchers, Toxic Work Culture is 10x more important than pay in predicting turnover. In an era of unprecedented staffing shortages across the industry, agencies must step up to improve those workplace factors that are within our control. Turnover due to toxic work culture is preventable. Some unhappy employees describe workplaces that don’t promote diversity and inclusion, cutthroat environments, and failure to recognize employee performance. This session will discuss ways to improve employee engagement via Management by Committee, an inclusive leadership model that improves employee engagement and buy-in, and ideas for celebrating success without breaking your agency budget.

B. Dietzman		GROWING THE LEADERS YOU NEED FOR FUTURE WORKFORCE Thursday, November 9, 2023 1:00PM ET Does your organization have a weak bench? Have you looked up and down your organization and question where your future leaders are at? Well, great news! They are working for you right now! The question is what is your organization doing to develop them? Or what are you doing to develop yourself to fill the leadership roles that are opening at an accelerated pace? Personal and career development are two benefits most young people seek when looking for an employer and why they stay or leave. During the webinar, we will discuss how to develop a plan that can be implemented over time that helps develop and retain your most valuable employees. Included will be a list of best practices your organization can do to grow your future leaders.