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The Shakedown by National Institute for Jail Operations (NIJO) Aaron Dawson | National Institute for Jail Operations (NIJO)
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The Shakedown is a podcast for corrections professionals by corrections professionals. Join us weekly as Warden Aaron Dawson and his guests cover hot topics in jail operations with positivity and passion, sharing tools, tactics and tricks that listeners can use to better themselves and their detention facility.
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Episode 62: Tis' The Season
It has been said that the holiday season is “either super up or super down.” Whichever it is for us depends on our mindset. If we are looking for reasons to be frustrated, discouraged, or cynical…there will always be plenty of material available. This path ALWAYS leads to heightened stress, anxiety, and can result in depression. The data is clear that the best remedy to this mindset isn’t a new form of medication, but rather good, old-fashioned gratitude. In this episode, host Aaron Dawson encourages and challenges everyone to commit to making this holiday season a positive one. Tis the season…for what? We get to decide!
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This podcast may not be distributed without written permission from NIJO. The information contained herein shall not be construed as legal advice. Listeners should always consult legal counsel to determine how the laws of their individual jurisdiction affect the application of these materials and guidelines to their individual circumstances.
The Shakedown is brought to you by The National Institute for Jail Operations (NIJO).
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Episode 61: What they Need #5
We work in a dangerous and stressful environment…no kidding! Some of that we have no control over, but as supervisors, the cultural environment is our responsibility. Our officers need an environment in which their personality and strengths can be recognized and utilized. They need an environment that is not conducive to toxic and negative influence from other employees. They need an environment where complacency, apathy, toxicity, and defeat are recognized and addressed. In this episode, practical methods of doing this are discussed. It’s an opportunity for us to invest in those that we are responsible for.
Copyright 2023. National Institute for Jail Operations (NIJO), Aaron Dawson, The Shakedown Podcast. All Rights Reserved.
DISCLAIMER:
This podcast may not be distributed without written permission from NIJO. The information contained herein shall not be construed as legal advice. Listeners should always consult legal counsel to determine how the laws of their individual jurisdiction affect the application of these materials and guidelines to their individual circumstances.
The Shakedown is brought to you by The National Institute for Jail Operations (NIJO).
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Episode 60: What They Need #4
Speaking to supervisors…what cultural environment do we create, facilitate, or allow on our shifts? In this episode, host Aaron Dawson discussed fostering a cultural environment in which our officers are free to grow. That means that they will make mistakes, but as long as they are minor mistakes as a result of the learning process…that’s growth. Secondly, does the environment allow them the freedom to communicate with us? Are we open and available for them to ask questions, share concerns, or share ideas? If so, we will have a productive shift. If not, we will have a problematic shift. The choice is ours!
Copyright 2023. National Institute for Jail Operations (NIJO), Aaron Dawson, The Shakedown Podcast. All Rights Reserved.
DISCLAIMER:
This podcast may not be distributed without written permission from NIJO. The information contained herein shall not be construed as legal advice. Listeners should always consult legal counsel to determine how the laws of their individual jurisdiction affect the application of these materials and guidelines to their individual circumstances.
The Shakedown is brought to you by The National Institute for Jail Operations (NIJO).
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Episode 59: What They Need #3
In this episode, host Aaron Dawson continues the conversation dealing with the responsibility of supervisors. The officers are our responsibility! What do they need? In this episode the discussion centers around the “routine” of corrections. Do our officers know WHAT is expected and do they know HOW to do it? As supervisors, it’s our responsibility to know the answer to those questions.
Copyright 2023. National Institute for Jail Operations (NIJO), Aaron Dawson, The Shakedown Podcast. All Rights Reserved.
DISCLAIMER:
This podcast may not be distributed without written permission from NIJO. The information contained herein shall not be construed as legal advice. Listeners should always consult legal counsel to determine how the laws of their individual jurisdiction affect the application of these materials and guidelines to their individual circumstances.
The Shakedown is brought to you by The National Institute for Jail Operations (NIJO).
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Episode 58: What They Need #2
In this episode, host Aaron Dawson continues the conversation began in the last episode discussing crucial skills that supervisors must have in dealing with staff. What do our staff need from us? In this episode, we continue by discussing the third and fourth things supervisors must provide. The third item is a consistent and realistic level of intensity. If we “flip out” every time that anything happens, regardless of whether it is a “big deal” or not, we will have serious issues. The fourth item is transparency. If we have an expectation that our officers communicate and act in an honest way, shouldn’t we do the same. These are practical items that all of us can apply right away.
Copyright 2023. National Institute for Jail Operations (NIJO), Aaron Dawson, The Shakedown Podcast. All Rights Reserved.
DISCLAIMER:
This podcast may not be distributed without written permission from NIJO. The information contained herein shall not be construed as legal advice. Listeners should always consult legal counsel to determine how the laws of their individual jurisdiction affect the application of these materials and guidelines to their individual circumstances.
The Shakedown is brought to you by The National Institute for Jail Operations (NIJO).
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Episode 57: What They Need #1
Jails across the country are experiencing “staffing issues.” Why? There could be a host of contributing factors, but one very likely factor is the lack of training being provided to those in supervisory positions specific to supervising people. In this episode, host Aaron Dawson discusses two things that supervisors must provide their officers. The first is expectations. What do we expect of them? Do they know? The second is encouragement. It is a natural human tendency to focus on the negative. If the only time our staff hear from us is when we are addressing “issues”, it will cause problems. This is a practical conversation concerning some crucial supervision skills.
Copyright 2023. National Institute for Jail Operations (NIJO), Aaron Dawson, The Shakedown Podcast. All Rights Reserved.
DISCLAIMER:
This podcast may not be distributed without written permission from NIJO. The information contained herein shall not be construed as legal advice. Listeners should always consult legal counsel to determine how the laws of their individual jurisdiction affect the application of these materials and guidelines to their individual circumstances.
The Shakedown is brought to you by The National Institute for Jail Operations (NIJO).
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Customer Reviews
Great tips
I enjoyed the great tips about making sure to listen to what is going on and follow up on it. I look forward to listening to more episodes.
Superb show
This show is currently going in the right direction! Perfect for new or seasoned vets of all forms of Corrections! The Warden who is hosting this, must be a ‘hands on’ professional! This helps me and encourages me! Both episodes have been excellent so far!
Please keep up the great work!
Best Regards
Deputy Jailer Stuart Sharratt MCRJ KY
Former 8 year C/O
CERT for KY DOC and 3 year Armed security officer G4S.