The Role of a
Correctional Officers
Correctional Officers
What makes an Officer successful?
Are dedicated, interested in their work, understand the important role prisons play in society.
Do Correctional Officers have a busy daily routine in prison?
Yes
Why do Correctional Officers have high stress levels?
have a dangerous job and are underpaid
T or F; Do college students under look corrections as a career?
False
What do bee's make?
Honey
What does the job require?
Constant supervision of inmates and strict attention to detail and supervision
T or F; Correctional Officers help keep order and make sure inmates follow orders.
True
Where does the stress come from?
under staffing, long hours, surpiver pressure and balancing work with family life.
What is required when starting as a correctional officer?
Advancement in state and federal prison system
What is the largest ocean on Earth?
Pacific Ocean
What do Correctional Officers do?
Maintain order, & security in prisons, and jails, ensuring jails are followed and safety is upheld.
What are some examples jobs that correctional Officers have?
What do officers face?
threats of violence and inmate manipulation
What roles can officers with college degrees move into?
counseling and case manager after gaining experience.
What color is the Statue of Liberty?
Green
T or F; Do Correctional Officers balance expectations from supervisors, coworkers and inmates?
True
What are the post orders that each job has?
What to do and when to do it
What can high stress lead to?
Health problems like PTSD symptoms, burnouts and alcohol misuse
What skills are learned?
security procedures, inmate interaction, and understanding how prisons operate.
What do you find at the end of the rainbow?
Gold
Who makes the majority of prison staff?
Correctional Officers
Besides Correctional officers work being a routine what else is it?
Stressful and dangerous.
How do agencies try to reduce stress?
counseling, health programs, and training
What does experience as a correctional officer provide?
A strong foundation for many future career opportunities in corrections
How many outlets are in this class?
16