If we let stress eat at us, simmering with negative thoughts and anger, we can burn out
Regardless of the advancements in jail technology, working in corrections means you have to deal with people — which is the most fulfilling part of the job
Burnout is not a cliché. There is a lot behind the word — and correctional officers, from the newbies to the veterans, should know more about it
You never know what is going on in the mind of inmates
Wherever you interact with criminal offenders, there is a real danger of assault, attempted escape and the necessity to control offenders by force
The relationship between any field trainer and a recruit should start by them building a rapport with each other based on mutual respect
In addition to the risk of depression and suicide, transgender people experience sexual violence, harassment and other adverse conditions at higher rates than the general population
From a lack of civilian training to the effects of chronic fatigue on officers, the corrections profession faces many challenges in the next decade
Follow these steps to ensure you provide an engaging learning experience for your students
Are you ready for the profound changes that take place when you transform from correctional officer to supervisor?
Assaults on correctional officers, inmate mental healthcare and the impact of new technologies dominated the headlines this year
A dose of corrections history provides some great learning points masquerading as war stories
Having a clearly defined policy in place may save correctional officer careers
The development of competent jail supervisors motivates staff, enhances operations and is good for the future of the agency
Lawsuits and legal rulings can provide teachable moments for both correctional leaders and COs
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