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| Author | Joseph C. Borg |
| Abstract | The purpose of this study is to compare the organisational culture of two rehabilitation facilities in the Maltese mental health care sector, namely, the Halt-Way House in Mount Carmel Hospital (Attard) and Villa Chelsea in Birkirkara. The main proposition in this study is that, the different levels of functioning and management effectiveness are largely a function of the different organisational culture. Culture is defined in this study as the quality of perceived values, norms, beliefs and practices shared by managers and employees. Culture was assessed by questionnaires and observation. The results were evaluated in the light of performance and attitude outcomes, as well as, management explanations on typical perceived cultural dimensions. The sample comprised all staff and management who participated in one or more assessment exercises. Results show that while both sites are theoretically aiming in the same organisational direction, there are differences between the sites, as well as, some incompatibilities within sites. These findings are discussed with reference to practical implications emerging from the results, and are compared and contrasted with the literature review and research findings. Recommendations and limitations are also elaborated upon. |
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| Key words | Thesis, Health Services Management, Mental Health Rehabilitation, Organisational Culture |