Paid Course(s):
Front Desk Safety and Security from A to Z- $97 (6hrs credit towards People/Personnel, 2hrs credit towards Operations Management)
In this training we will give you new strategies for dealing with different, difficult and dangerous situations. We focus on helping you be prepared for current trends and real events that have occurred in the office environment. We will discuss the important elements of self-survival in the workplace, 5 communication skills for crisis, dealing with mentally ill persons and the signs and body language of escalating and violent behavior. We will also discuss topics that others don't; setting up an action plan for you and your team, when to call for help and when you should walk away for your safety. (8 hours).
Upcoming Webinars:
(Justice Clearinghouse Membership not required)
August 20th, 2024 at 12pm
Wellness Warrior Style: How to Live, Work and Retire Healthfully (1.25hr credit toward People/Personnel)
Better care of your mental and emotional health begins with a plan. In this webinar, instructor Kim Colegrove will help you assess where you are on your well-being journey, decide where you want to go, and design a path to get there.
Kim will discuss common mental and emotional issues that impact Justice Professionals during and after their careers and offer resources to help offset the fallout from these issues. Attendees will learn simple daily practices to enhance well-being and will leave with a plan to live, work, and retire healthfully.
August 22nd, 2024 at 10am
Courageous, Bold Leadership (1.25hr credit towards Operations Mangement)
Corrections has long been known as a field that is slow to change. A common refrain is: “This is how we’ve always done it.” However, as the field navigates an ongoing staffing crisis, it’s more important than ever to embrace it. This interactive webinar will highlight the need for courageous and bold leadership, emphasizing the ways that formal and informal leaders can drive culture change to create prisons that are safer for the people who live and work in them. Participants will learn about:
- Purpose-driven leadership and role ambiguity
- Intelligent risk-taking
- Culture change
August 29th, 2024 10am
Don’t Press That Button! Understanding Triggers, Anger and Emotions for Criminal Justice Professionals (1.25hr credit towards People/Personnel)
This webinar is designed to provide an overview of what emotional intelligence is and its components. With a better understanding of ourselves, we can better detect triggers that can cause anger or outbursts that can potentially damage relationships and careers. In this webinar, we will discuss the importance of self-discovery and identifying triggers as well as ways to manage those triggers and the stress it causes.
September 5th, 2024 10am (1.25hr credit towards electives)
We All Get Lost, So Check Your Career Compass
At what point in your career should you be checking in with yourself? Often times we conduct a self-check when we are exhausted and not feeling motivated. Conducting this check throughout your career, may provide clarity and define career goals.
This webinar will discuss five areas that will assist you in your career path:
- Career Control – Is this my job, my organization’s, or both? How do I professionally develop in my current situation?
- Self-Reflection – What do I want out of my career? Obtainable in my current situation? What are my short-term vs. long-term goals?
- Networking – Who do I turn to for guidance? My mentors…what do they think?
- Exploring options – Horizontal versus vertical movement. Promotions, education, and specialty training (it all comes with a cost)
- Goal met – Where do I go from here?
September 12th, 2024 10am (1.25hr credit towards People/Personnel)
Grief and GRACE: Lessons for First Responders – Justice Clearinghouse
Trauma doesn’t occur from abuse alone. Vicarious trauma is an occupational challenge for people working and volunteering in the fields of victim services, law enforcement, emergency medical services, fire services, and other allied professions, due to their continuous exposure to both victims and perpetrators of trauma and violence. There is no experience of trauma that does not include a level of grief. Though people respond to vicarious trauma in a number of ways, it is inevitable that their worldview will change. This change can be one of cynicism, anger, emotional detachment, etc. or it can mean a deeper appreciation for what is good. The outcome is in your control.
In this webinar, you will receive actionable tools to both prevent and heal trauma, gain a deeper understanding of how trauma affects the nervous system, and learn how resilience and growth can be the outcome of grief, loss, and trauma.
September 12th, 2024 12pm (1.25hr credit towards Operations Management)
Jumpstart Your AI Journey: Basic AI tools for Public Safety and Justice Professionals – Justice Clearinghouse
Join us for an insightful webinar designed to introduce you to the world of AI tools. In this session, you’ll discover how AI can transform the way you handle repetitive tasks, making your work faster and more efficient. We’ll provide a comprehensive overview of how to discover and use simple AI tools that can significantly enhance productivity and streamline operations in your organization.
What You’ll Learn:
- AI Basics: Understanding the foundational concepts of AI and how it can be applied in your daily tasks.
- Simple AI Tools: A summary of the most useful AI tools tailored for public safety and justice professionals.
- Boosting Productivity: Learn how AI can automate repetitive tasks, allowing you to focus on more critical aspects of your work.
- AI Myths Debunked: Discover how AI is here to assist, not replace, professionals in their roles.
- Real-World Applications: Practical examples of how AI is currently being used to improve efficiency and effectiveness in public safety and justice sectors.
- First Steps: Guidance on how to begin integrating AI into your organization’s workflow.
By the end of this webinar, you’ll have a clear understanding of how AI can be a powerful ally in your professional toolkit, helping you perform tasks more effectively and efficiently. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and enhance your skillset with cutting-edge AI tools.
September 17th, 2024 10am (1.25hr credit towards Operations Management)
More Out-of-the-Box Ideas for Community Engagement – Justice Clearinghouse
Back by popular demand: innovative ideas for community engagement that build trust and prevent crime. Learn how law enforcement agencies are using creativity to connect with many different segments of the communities they serve. These events and activities go beyond traditional coffees with a cop, and most of them can be implemented at little to no cost. If you enjoyed the first Out-of-the Box Ideas for Community Engagement webinar, be sure to tune in to part two!
September 19th, 2024 10am (1.25hr credit towards Judicial Organization & Theory)
An Innovative Multidisciplinary Approach at Addressing the Intersection of the Criminal Justice System and Behavioral Health – Justice Clearinghouse
An overview look at Northwest Florida (NWF) Health Network partnerships with law enforcement and community service providers to address behavioral health needs at the different intercept points within the Criminal Justice System. Programs include the Sheriff’s Outreach, Fatherhood Initiative, Mobile Response Team, Telehealth for Incarcerated Persons, Deflection, and Peer Support Recovery Specialists. Through a multidisciplinary approach to the community’s behavioral health needs our goal is to reduce recidivism and involvement with the criminal justice system.
In this webinar we’ll discuss:
– The value of a multidisciplinary approach
– Innovative ideas on how to achieve a multidisciplinary approach
– Building relationships between unlikely partners
September 24th, 2024 12pm (1.25hrs credit towards Operations Management)
Cultivating Organizational Excellence: Practices to Promote Value Alignment and a Healthy Culture – Justice Clearinghouse
In the dynamic landscape of probation leadership, the success of an organization hinges on the collective values and cultural alignment of its team members. This interactive webinar is designed specifically for probation leaders seeking to enhance their hiring practices, focusing on value alignment and fostering a thriving organizational culture. Participants will gain insights into employee incentives, transparency initiatives, and methods for promoting leadership at all levels.
Key Learning Objectives:
- Learn practical strategies for identifying and assessing value alignment during the hiring process.
- Explore the role of transparency in fostering a positive organizational culture.
- Discuss practical approaches to cultivating openness and trust within the team.
- Develop strategies for empowering employees at all levels to take on leadership roles within the organization.
Participants will leave with a comprehensive understanding of how to integrate value alignment and cultural considerations into their hiring practices, creating a workplace that thrives on shared values and promotes leadership at every level. This webinar aims to empower probation leaders to build teams that contribute to the long-term success and positive impact of their organizations.
September 26th, 2024 10am (1.25hrs towards People/Personnel)
Cognitive Coaching: Connecting Dots, Decision-making, Sensemaking and Critical Thinking – Justice Clearinghouse
Cognitive coaching plays a crucial role in teaching decision-making, sensemaking, and critical thinking skills. Cognitive coaching helps individuals enhance their decision-making abilities by guiding them through a structured process. This may involve identifying the decision to be made, gathering relevant information, considering alternatives, evaluating options, and making a well-informed choice.
Sensemaking involves making sense of complex situations or problems. Cognitive coaching assists individuals in developing the skills to navigate ambiguity, analyze information, and construct meaning from diverse sources.
Cognitive coaching is closely aligned with the development of critical thinking skills. Coaches encourage individuals to question assumptions, evaluate evidence, consider alternative viewpoints, and make reasoned judgments.
Coaches can introduce problem-solving frameworks or models to provide a systematic approach to decision-making and critical thinking. These frameworks help individuals structure their thinking and make the problem-solving process more explicit. Cynefin, OODA, Red Teaming, and Mental Models are forms of problem-solving frameworks.
Join us as we explore how the manager can coach their subordinate to develop a robust set of cognitive skills that are applicable across various situations and challenges. I am looking forward to training with you.
NACM Podcasts:
Artificial Intelligence in Courts
During the RAP Session at our Spring Conference a question that came up was regarding utilizing AI in courts. NACM has produced two podcast episodes on this topic: Artificial Intelligence and the Courts: Promise or Peril? and Artificial Intelligence and the Courts: Omen or Opportunity.
Courts & Self-Service: How Much Do We Tell Litigants
NACM also just released a new episode on their podcast today talking about Courts & Self Service: How Much Do We Tell Litigants. This episode sounds like a great opportunity to hear from other courts on how they walk that fine line of not giving legal advice.
You do not have to be a member of NACM to listen to their podcasts. You can check out NACM's podcasts here.
NACM podcasts may be eligible for OACA Education Credit. You would need to submit an Outside Training Credit Request to the Education VPs. (Credit requests should be rounded to the nearest whole or half-hour.)