CORRECTION NEWS First Quarter 2004 Leading the way CLDP ...

CORRECTION NEWS
First Quarter 2004
Leading the way
CLDP graduates new class of leaders
APEX-In 1995, Correction Secretary Franklin Freeman and deputy secretary
Mack Jarvis realized that the Department of Correction needed to do more to
identify and nurture future leaders. After two years of research and
planning, the Correctional Leadership Development Program ("CLDP")
graduated its first class in 1998. Nearly six years later, the program
continues to thrive, successfully identifying and developing the
department's up-and-coming leaders.
"The personnel office processed almost 300 retirements last year," says
Secretary Theodis Beck. "With each retirement, we lose many years of
experience and accumulated wisdom. The Correctional Leadership Development
Program is the department's attempt to recognize future leaders, prepare
them for what lies ahead and help them to assume roles of greater
responsibility."
On Jan. 22, CLDP graduated its fourth class of leaders. The class of 25
included representatives from many different divisions and sections,
including Community Corrections, Alcohol and Chemical Dependency Programs,
Correction Enterprise, Internal Audit, Post-Release Supervision and Parole
Commission and the Division of Prisons. The diversity of the group
facilitated a cross-pollination of ideas, styles and experience.
"Prior to this training, I really did not have access to other
departments, so it opened up my knowledge as far as the jobs that other
departments do," said Delane Sam Godwin, assistant superintendent for
custody and operations at Columbus Correctional Institution and a graduate
of the fourth class. "And I met a bunch of great people."
Jim Jackson, facility manager at DART-Cherry, especially appreciated the
networking opportunities that the program provided. Not only was he able
to interact with his peers, but he also found that the secretary, division
heads and section heads were very open and honest about sharing their
personal experiences in corrections.
"The most important part of my experience with CLDP is that I got a better
idea of what the department expects and I found it very reaffirming for
what I am doing already," said Jackson. "In terms of learning, the CLDP
took a very progressive, open approach to management. What that says to me
is that the department is looking to move forward in its management style."
Since CLDP began in 1998, 88 employees have graduated from the program.
The CLDP already is training its next class of leaders. Class 5 began the
program in November 2003 and is expected to graduate in September 2004.
"We're committed to this program," said Secretary Beck. "We're committed
to having leaders who know how to manage, inspire, recruit and train
employees at all levels-leaders who understand the intricacies of the
workforce and the business of corrections. The future of this department
depends on it."
CLDP: The Class of 2004
Community Corrections
Debra F. DeBruhl judicial district manager District 30
B. Boyce Fortner judicial district manager District 29A
Felicia McLean administrative officer II DCC Admin
Martha Pecora Norman chief prob/parole officer District 17B
Tracey H. Royster judicial district manager District 27B
Libby Ruth judicial district manager District 20B Division of Alcohol and Chemical Dependency
Dennis Dawson sub abuse program manager District II
Jim Jackson facility manager DART-Cherry
Harley D. Sigmon program director DART-Western
Glenn La Rue York sub abuse program manager District 1 Correction Enterprises
Calvin P. Rowe plant manager Nash Print Plant
Merrell DeWayne Sasser asst plant manager Harnett Meat Plant
Stephen Stewart distribution manager Apex Internal Audit
R. Wayne Holliday audit manager DOC Admin Post Release Supervision & Parole Commission
Karen R. Pardue parole case analyst Division of Prisons
Thomas E. Asbell II assistant superintendent Tyrrell PWF
Billy J. Boughman assistant superintendent Western YI
Donna M. Gaa correctional training specialist DOP Admin
Delane Sam Godwin assistant superintendent Columbus CI
Michael A. Hardee assistant superintendent Duplin CC
Robert Harden Jr. superintendent Anson CC
Lynn C. Henry assistant superintendent Warren CI
Matthew L. Jones superintendent Haywood CC
Carlton B. Joyner assistant superintendent Wake CC
Sandra F. Thomas superintendent Robeson CC DOP goes high tech
SPECAT aids training and readiness
RALEIGH-If you've ever played a virtual reality video game where you are
able to navigate through a building at the touch of computer controls, then
you'll understand how some new tools soon to be used in the Division of
Prisons will work. The Simulated Prison Environment Crisis Aversion Tools
(SPECAT) program will serve two basic functions-computer-based training
(CBT) and as a situational awareness tool (SAT).
Using CBT, employees will watch a scenario on a computer screen and then
answer questions on how they would handle particular situations. Based on
their response, the outcome of the scenario will be displayed, providing
employees with an opportunity to see and understand the practical
application of prison policies and procedures. Employees in the Division
of Prisons, Management Information Systems and the Office of Staff
Development and Training will be working together to design and implement
the CBT part of the program.
With SAT, users can navigate through a 3-D model of a facility. SAT's
first 3-D model will be of Scotland Correctional Institution, but the
layouts of Lanesboro Correctional Institution, Alexander Correctional
Institution and the three prisons to be constructed in Greene, Bertie and
Columbus counties will be almost identical to the Scotland blueprint.
Users, among other functions, will be able to open doors, determine a
particular key for locks, and see where all water and electrical cutoffs
are located.
"The 3-D models should be valuable to our emergency response teams when
dealing with a crisis situation," said John Blalock, assistant chief of
security. "The team members would be able to know the layout of the
facility inside and out, even if they had never been there before."
Blalock envisions that the new technology will not only help in training
employees in all levels, but that both CBT and SAT can be used to educate
the department's trainers. As a matter of fact, Blalock hopes to develop a
"train the trainer" program that teaches trainers to use SPECAT technology
in classrooms and training exercises. That program could be up and running
as early as this summer.
Funding for SPECAT is made possible by a federal grant from the U.S.
Department of Justice. Concurrent Technologies Corporation is the prime
contractor; its current partners include ELMCO and AMTI. Pennsylvania was
the first state to operate a trial of the SPECAT system, while North
Carolina and Alabama are part of the second phase of the program.
NEWS BRIEFS
Hyde honors employees
SWAN QUARTER-Hyde Correctional Institution hosted a fried fish and crab
claw luncheon to honor its staff on Jan. 15. The honorees included:
Jimmie Horton, assistant superintendent of custody and operations, who has
30 years of service; Nancy Lewis, head nurse, who was awarded a certificate
of accreditation by the National Commission on Correctional Health Care;
and Bob Stevens, food service manager, and Rebecca Phelps, food service
supervisor, who received a rating of 101 percent on the annual audit.
Marion's work tops $750,000
MARION-McDowell County officials held their annual Inmate/Staff
Appreciation Dinner on Jan. 14 to recognize the work done by inmate crews.
Inmates from Marion Correctional Institution help clean up North Carolina's
roadways and work on projects for government agencies and local
municipalities.
During 2003, the crews completed more than 52,100 hours of work. Officers
and inmates presented officials with an oversized check to represent the
value of the year's work, which is estimated to be approximately $750,000.
State Sen. Joe Sam Queen and Rep. Mitch Gillespie, the keynote speakers,
expressed their appreciation for the staff and inmates' hard work and
contributions to the surrounding community. David Walker, chairman of
the McDowell County Board of Trustees, presented a resolution of
appreciation to the Marion Minimum Security Unit.
Gastonia DCC helps the elderly
GASTONIA-Probation/parole officers in Gastonia adopted the residents of
the Gastonia Rehabilitation and Health Center for the Christmas holidays.
The staff bought gifts, wrapped them and then delivered the presents to
approximately 65 residents of the nursing home, which is across the street
from the offices of the Division of Community Corrections. Pamlico recognized for work in community
BAYBORO-The staff at Pamlico Correctional Institution adopted a family at
Christmas through Pamlico Family Services, providing clothing and toys for
both the children and adult family members. "Of all the families that the
Child and Family Outreach Program serves throughout the holiday season, I
feel greatest joy and happiness for the family adopted by your facility,"
Pat Goldstein, a social worker with the Neuse Center, wrote in a letter to
Pamlico Superintendent Robert Hines.
School, located on Highway 701, about half way between Whiteville and
Tabor City, caught fire around 2:30 a.m. and soon became fully engaged