I go for orientation and physical in a few weeks, why would I be told to fast beforehand?

I have an interview for A community corrections monitor and a CO for Pennsylvania. I'm leaning towards the CCC i was wondering If anyone has any insight about it.

Is a case manager job worth it? I'm currently a unit secretary in the BOP and love it. I love working with the counselor and case manager in my unit, we've become like a family. I just don't like the secretary pay. I interviewed for a case manager job and I have a feeling I'm going to be offered this position. I'm scared I'm going to suck at it. I'm a great unit secretary but does that mean I'll be great as a case manager? I'm just doubting myself and wondering if it's even worth doing.

I’m a corrections nurse and I am putting together a presentation for the DOC to hopefully make some needed changes. I’ve been in corrections for a decade now, and seen many many things change. Unalive watch is not one of them. Which besides ensuring someone’s immediate safety, does nothing else to help the individual. You put them in a cell, pretty much naked. The light is on 24/7. They don’t even have a mattress. They’re stuck in there alone with their thoughts. That’s why they’re in this situation though. Their thoughts. And nothing to distract them but everything to make it worse. Not to mention, it keeps those who need help from asking for it. So I’m just wondering if there are any suggestions out there that I might give to make this easier. I understand we don’t want to make it so that everyone wants to be on Unalive watch and that it has to be something that is easy to implement. So far I have thought of a tablet inset into the wall that has programs to improve mental health, such as guided meditation and calming music. Any other suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks for reading

I have an interview next week for a Confinement officer position. Can anyone give me pointers for how to prepare for a good interview? Ive done asset protection and security for about 5 years now. The confinement center is a smaller facility.

Any questions they may ask?

The question is pretty much it lol

Hello all, I have an interview in February for a CO Trainee position at SCI Coal Township in PA. Was looking to hear maybe stories from anyone around the area or just COs in general. I got into this from friends and family, I was also very keen on not pursuing college based off of not knowing what I wanted to do or dealing with the debt. I’m relatively young (19 years old) and just graduated from high school last June. Feel free to share whatever you like or ask me questions maybe.

When working at a jail/prison and you conduct a random pat-down on an inmate, but they give you a hard time and complain. How would you handle it?

I'm an outsider when it comes to corrections. I worked in law enforcement but have become interested in learning about this side. What do you guys wear? The COs at our local jail wear shirt and tie, I'm assuming there's some kind of stab or bullet vest under it? Could be wrong. But I also see some COs wearing a police style outter vest. Also seen some wear like polo shirts. What do you guys wear?

I’m taking the certified test in a couple days. Any idea what’s going to be on the test and what to study for? And what are the next steps? Polygraph, interview questions ect?

I have an interview with VT DOC this coming Wednesday. I think my resume was fairly strong, and I intend to emphasize experience with conflict de-escalation as well as working with a wide variety of people from a variety of backgrounds, as well as experience adhering to safety protocols and keeping records.

My question for all of you is, what are the types of things I should be asking the hiring manager? I have no experience with corrections, so even things like security work differential and living unit differential on the packet are unknown to me.

Just reaching out to anyone who has recently started working for BOP as an officer.

Looking to verify that your first year you rotate shift every month.

I'm a 2024 graduate. I have academy shirts and pants and a few accessories..law books as well..don't spend so much money on brand new shirts and pants..let me know if you are interested

Currently work in NC and a member of special teams. Just was looking to see if I could network with some correctional officers on special teams from nearby states. Specifically, discussing tactics, best practices, culture that is promoted to better teams, etc.

Hello, i was given a conditional 2 weeks ago with all the steps completed as of now and i signed a service agreement. How long do you guys think till FJO comes through?

I’m close to the end of a state prison hiring process give me your worst.

Hey, so I got the call for orientation on 2/11/25. I know that there is a bunch of paperwork that I have to fill out and bring and wear appropriate underwear and business attire. But what can I expect that day? TIA

I’m fairly new to corrections but I have a 8 year background in law enforcement. I’m about 5 months in with the BOP and my LTs have given me opportunities to work corridor. I’ve responded to fights, pulled inmates out of units and taken them to SHU. But I can’t help to feel like I’m missing something with my response. What’s some good tips for response, escorting, and what’s your demeanor when responding to units? Do you take control until your LT comes in?

Serious question: are there any trans-men who have been transferred or assigned to a male facility in the CDCR? You don't have to identify them or anything. Just give me a Yes/No and, maybe, a number of individuals who have transitioned female to male (whether while or before incarceration) and decided to do their time in a male facility.

What do you do about a female guard sleeping with her married LT and gets favorable treatment

Just curious to hear experiences , tips , stories ?

Gotta restart all over again. Big no no where I work

Hi guys, if i may ask, i got two questions.

As applicant for Edmonton institution, Drumheller, Innisfail, how long is expected waiting time to receive a

CTP2 invite? I have finished CTP1 on Nov 2024, got the medical clearance on Dec 2024.

On the first week of January 2025, i inquired about process to move on to CTP2, CSC replied back

that they "have received your medical, security, and psychological clearances, as well as your stage one

results.". that CSC wont send the ctp2 invite until about 7 weeks prior to when CSC set up the training date

for the person.

Question number two;

Last week, friend of mine ( who currently works as cx-01 about 2 years on the job) asked me of

whether i got invited for security background interview. I have completed security back ground

questionnaires and submitted back in Oct 2024 but never received a invitation for the interview specifically

for it.

Does this security background interview mandatorily happens before the CTP2 invite? Or do some people

passes through with out getting one?

Thank you for reading long questions. Cheers.

Okay so I'm looking into buying my own pants for work. I know 511s are typically the go to but I can't see paying 60 bucks for one pair of pants that I'm not sure I'll like. Send me your Amazon. recommendations for your most affordable tactical work pants please Edited to add: I'm a female if it makes a difference

Hello,

How long did it take for you guys to get accustomed to being around inmates. Bonus points for any rookie stories!