Officer Mental Health
Corrections at a Crossroads: Moving from Mental Health Awareness to Action
True institutional stability begins with the mind. This article explores the critical shift in corrections as the industry moves beyond traditional systemic barriers to foster a culture of wellness.
How Can Command Cloud Identify Staff Burnout?
Visible signs of correctional officer burnout—undereye bags, sunken cheeks, or weight loss—are often the last symptoms to appear. More often than not, officer burnout remains silent and undetectable.
5 Supervisor Strategies That Ease Officer Stress
As the former director of corrections for a mid-sized jail in northeastern Pennsylvania, I can attest to the realities of working in corrections and how the demands placed on our nation’s corrections
How to Carry Yourself in Corrections
As a corrections professional, every aspect of your day holds profound significance. From the moment you lace up your boots in the morning to the instant you kick them off at the end of your shift, every single step matters.
Jailbreak: Preventing Another Vicky White and Casey White
In 2022, officer Vicky White helped inmate Casey White escape. How did this happen, were there warning signs, and how can it be prevented in the future?
Inmate Mental Health Crises: What New Officers Should Know
Inmate mental health is a critical issue in corrections. Here are some strategies new officers can use to effectively handle inmate mental health crises.