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CHANGING CULTURES. OUTSIDE INFLUENCE TAKEOVER / MERGER SITUATIONS INTERNAL DEMANDS CHANGING DEMOGRAPHICS STAFF AND/OR INMATES. Takeover / Merger . Separate histories and cultures - need to respect each Only one culture has to develop, over time
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CHANGING CULTURES • OUTSIDE INFLUENCE • TAKEOVER / MERGER SITUATIONS • INTERNAL DEMANDS • CHANGING DEMOGRAPHICS • STAFF AND/OR INMATES
Takeover / Merger • Separate histories and cultures - need to respect each • Only one culture has to develop, over time - cannot have two philosophical approaches - issue relates to management needs • One has to become part of the other, initially - creates fear and tension • Start with a combined Mission Statement
Takeover / Merger • Integration of services - central office functions; IT; research, etc. • Integration of policies and procedures - separate for institutions and field • Reorganization of chain of command - cannot have a parallel command structure • Establish implementation goals and schedule - cannot rush the merger
Internal Cultural Changes • Offender demographics • Less non-violent, more violent • More sex offenders, more mentally ill • Research based program changed • High, medium and low risk analysis • Program decisions based on needs • Fiscal limitations - Managing limited resources
PITFALLS & PROBLEMS • Lack of understanding of other agency • Size of agencies • Union concerns and attitudes • Expectations by legislature and governor • Explaining new rules and decisions • Low level needs get less direct treatment • Cannot be held against them by Parole Board or established early release authorizations