Homework
There are three parts to this essay homework. For the first part, click here to access the organizational chart for California's Department of Corrections (DOC) and Rehabilitation.
Second, review the organizational charts on pp. 251, 252, 267, and 272 of your textbook (Tables 10-1, 10-2, 10-4, and 10-6). In essay format, compare and contrast the organizational chart examples from the textbook and the organizational chart for California's DOC by addressing the areas listed below.
How might the differences in models contribute to each agency's overall organizational effectiveness?
Argue the value of having numerous organizational models for corrections as opposed to having a universal organizational model.
Consider what you have learned about the roles and functions of corrections personnel. How might the roles and functions of corrections personnel vary given differing organizational structures? Give specific examples.
For the third and final part of this essay homework, address the questions below.
If you had to choose an organizational structure for corrections that would be universally applied in the United States, regardless of demographic, population, or location, which would you choose for maximum organizational effectiveness, and why? What specific factors do you believe would lead to greater organizational effectiveness?
Your essay should start with a brief introduction. Each part of your essay should be one page in length; therefore, your essay should be at least three pages full in length, not counting the title page and references page. You must use at least two sources to support your essay, one of which may be your textbook. All sources used should be properly cited.
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
a. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
b. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
c. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.