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Suitability assessment questionnaire

Not sure if you are suited to the role of Correctional Officer?

Complete this self assessment to assist you in deciding whether you would be suited.

 

Question
Yes/No

Are you of good character?

 

Are you someone that others see as dependable?

 

Are you a good communicator

 

Do you have life experience and maturity?

 

Can you think on your feet and solve problems when you know a lot depends on your decisions?

 

Do you have the sensitivity to deal with prisoners and their families and friends in situations which can be stressful?

 

Are you genuinely interested in people and can you treat people humanely and fairly, regardless of their status, background, culture, beliefs or gender?

 

Can you work in an environment which can be restricted/restrictive?

 

Are you prepared to work in situations that are sometimes high risk?

 

Can you cope with regular routine, dealing with the same things at the same time on most days?

 

Can you work under pressure without letting your team members down?

 

Are you prepared to strictly follow set procedures and policies?

 

Download the above self assessment

If you answered YES to the above questions, a job as a Correctional Officer may be just the job for you!