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In order to survive in corrections, officers must be able to protect themselves
Sometimes referred to as “paper terrorists,” sovereign citizens should be carefully monitored
Nerves can be a tool to help keep you alive
Working with juveniles is not easy, and we must make sure our officers are equipped to handle them effectively
As a young correctional officer, you will face many obstacles, but never give up as you will develop the skills you need to succeed
More effective communication leads to better supervision in any situation, especially in a jail or a prison
Don’t play checkers while the inmates are playing chess
Corrections agencies are often not aware of available grants for the purchase of critically needed drug detection and interdiction equipment
Soft skills are challenging to quantify and measure, but are something that criminal justice employers seek out in candidates