Spring Training

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Spring Training – Here’s the lineup:

9 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. – Registration
9:45 a.m. – Welcome & Announcements –  President
10 a.m. – 11 p.m. – Leadership Concepts

Instructor: Doug Scales, Field Services Coordinator, DCJS
This session explores key leadership concepts, emphasizing the importance of understanding your “Why.” Learn how communicating your purpose effectively motivates teams and fosters collaboration. We’ll also examine the differences between transactional and transformational leadership styles.

11 a.m. – 12 p.m. – Stress Management: Surviving the Long Haul

Instructor: Doug Scales, Field Services Coordinator, DCJS
This class focuses on hypervigilance and its long-term effects, providing valuable insights for individuals working in high-stress environments. Learn strategies for managing stress and maintaining well-being.

12 noon – Lunch
1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. – Crisis De-Escalation

Instructor: Director Dennis Lambert, New River Criminal Justice Training Academy
This critical session focuses on verbal de-escalation techniques. Learn to recognize early signs of physical aggression and develop skills to prevent situations from escalating. Foster safer environments and reduce the likelihood of harmful confrontations.

3:30 – 3:40 – Closing Remarks – President

About the Instructors

Doug Scales

Doug started his law enforcement career in 1998. During his 27-year career he has served as a police officer, deputy, jailor, school resource officer, and Sheriff’s Emergency Response Team member. Also, during this time, he has worked at the Southwest Virginia Criminal Justice Training Academy where he served a training coordinator, senior training coordinate, and Assistant Director. Doug now works for the Department of Criminal Justice Services where he serves as a Field Services Coordinator in the Southwest Virginia area, serving New River Criminal Justice Training and Southwest Virginia Criminal Justice Training Academy and their member agencies.

Dennis Lambert

Dennis began his law enforcement career with the Virginia Beach Police Department and later served as Chief of Police for the Town of Dublin. A near-lethal encounter led him to become a passionate advocate for Crisis Intervention Training (CIT). He is one of the original New River Valley CIT faculty and has trained extensively across Virginia and beyond.

Who Should Attend?

Any staff working in a local or regional jail.
Partial In-service Credit (PIC) for Virginia correctional officers will be available.

Why Should You Attend?

  • Gain valuable knowledge and practical skills you can apply immediately.
  • Learn from experienced instructors with extensive expertise.
  • Network with other professionals in your field.
  • Invest in your professional development.

Cost

There is no fee to attend this training for WRJA Members.

Additional Details

Check-in begins at 9 a.m.
Training starts at 10 a.m. and concludes at 3:30 p.m.

We look forward to continuous training, sharing knowledge, and networking to assist each and every one of us in our day-to-day roles in corrections. We’re offering a series of dynamic sessions designed to equip you with practical skills and insights in key areas. Whether you’re looking to enhance your leadership abilities, improve your crisis management techniques, or learn valuable stress management strategies, we have something for you.

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DIRECTIONS

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Spring Training – March 13, 2025 / New River Valley Community College
New River Valley Community College
5251 College Drive
Dublin, VA 24084

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