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Explore how probation works through problem-solving, partnerships, and more. Learn about practice learning in organizational change with a focus on motivations and future-proofing strategies. Discover the impactful role of students in probation services and the ongoing initiatives to adapt to changes in the field. Stay informed about team dynamics, technology integration, and support structures for student success. Join us in shaping the future of probation through proactive feedback and collaborative efforts. For inquiries, contact Pauline McMillan at pauline.mcmillan@pbni.gsi.gov.uk or 028-25664994.
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Practice Learning in Organisational Change Practice Learning Review 7th September 2017
Motivation “we love having students in the team – we all have to keep our A game” Area Manager
#probationworks • Probation’s 2017 #ProbationWorks Social Media Campaign focuses on the following themes to help explain how and why probation works: problem solving, domestic violence, mental health, addictions, and partnerships. A series of video ‘shorts’ have also been produced as part of the social media campaign.
What works - PBNI model • 5 x students on PLO [ QUB RGR3; QUB UGR3; UUM RGR3; UUM UGR3 & UUM UGR3 {SWC or BM}] • Geography of sites / travel/ neighbouring team help • PT long arm – with OSF and support of whole team • Model of 9 day Induction • Learning inputs and supervision (1-1 and group)on Wednesdays • PT x 2 based within L&D – flexibility to include 1 x PT outside L&D • Technology – smart phone ; • Lap top ; PBNI APP
#changeisus Change Management Future Proofing • Commitment to deliver the model (10 students in 2010 were reduced to 5 because of recruitment reductions) (historically students filled the job vacancies) • Reduction in L&D staffing – to meet front line operational needs • Resilience of teams – committed to support – overcome fatigue of “new”
Changes and Challenges PLO – Pilot initiatives ongoing – affects number of teams Directions about teams accepting students Even playing field ( generic v specialism) Maintaining the model – PT /OSF/team support University changes Being pro active about feedback – team and Sus Technology – V/L Laptops IT “blips” • Resources – budget / office space • DoJ / Health • Cross border co-operation • Staffing – agency contracts /new managers /retirements • Keeping focus on social work role – ASPIRE • Multi- agency & multi-disciplinary working
Achievements Ulster University Placement Provider 2016 • PLO feedback 360 degrees – “clear expectations from outset” “ everyone helpful and supportive” “opportunities to shadow” • OSF role linked to PiP - SWK733 – enabling – presentation • OSF becoming NIPTTP candidate in 2017/18 • SMT support to maintain current level of 5 students • L&D team drive access permissions for student folder – evidence via PIMS
Change is the future Thank you for listening Any questions? Pauline.mcmillan@pbni.gsi.gov.uk Tel 028 25664994