On-the-Job (OJT) and Mentoring Program

2 Performance Objectives Explain the difference between Phase I, Pre-Service Training Academy, and Phase II, OJT. Identify the four main segments of the OJT Program. Explain the purpose of one-on-one shadowing observation. Explain the Phase III – Shift Mentor Program.

3 Introduction Pre-Service Training Academy serves as Phase I –Provides new correctional employees with knowledge and skills necessary to become effective at their jobs OJT serves as Phase II –Minimum 104 hours –Begins when new employee arrives at his/her unit of assignment –Vital bridge between academy training experience and facility work experience

4 OJT Program 4 Main Positions Primary Field Training Officer (FTO) Assistant FTO Resource Trainer Mentor

5 OJT Program 4 Main Segments Segment 1 – Basic Unit Operations Training Segment 2 – Building/Administrative Segregation Assignment Training –4 different options Segment 3 – One-on-One shadowing Observation Segment 4 – Practical Application Competency

6 17 Practical Application Competency Tasks

7 One-on-One Shadowing Observation During your shadowing observation, you are not allowed to work a duty post alone Your mentor will act as your coach, advisor, and tutor Mentor is to provide you with constructive feedback and assistance Mentor ensures you perform the 17 competency tasks Mentor must document your training info and inform FTO of your performance and areas of concern

8 Phase III – Shift Mentoring Training Following completion of Phase II Once you are assigned to shift, you will be assigned a shift mentor You will work in direct contact with your shift mentor for first 2 days of shift assignment Relationship with shift mentor shall continue for minimum of 6 mos.

9 Summary OJT/Mentoring trainee questionnaire at annual In-Service –Purpose is for you to provide feedback of your experience while in the program Questions? Comments?