Considering the economy and crime rates soaring im thinking of a career as a prison officer any advice?

Marginally more preferable than going in as a prisoner. Practise looking fearful in the mirror.Considering the economy and crime rates soaring im thinking of a career as a prison officer any advice?
Oh how I wish that more information had been available to me when I was making my choices for work, many years ago. After watching a lot of fascinating documentaries about prisons in the UK. I would loved to have followed a career as a prison officer. Even though the stress levels can be fairly high, the satisfaction of connecting with the inmates and possibly turning their lives around, must be immense. A lot of the inmates are in prison for the first time and can be guided towards a brighter future with the help and understanding of a person who really does have a passion for the job.Considering the economy and crime rates soaring im thinking of a career as a prison officer any advice?
First point is that the prison service are not exactly generous employers! Second point, it is definately not for everyone. Remember that this is a uniformed service and has far more rules, regulations and discipline than you find in most jobs. Some people are fine with that, some not. Next, you have to work shifts - some times unsociable hours ones and weekends, bank holidays etc. You are also at risk of personal assault of course though probably less than you might imagine. You also may have to work in an area far from where you now live. You do have better than average job security of course. There are various pro's and con's and i would suggest that you look at each side of the coin very carefully as this is NOT a career for everyone.
ok i'll give you a little secret. I did a prison stint of 5 years and have met alot of different officers. Most officers don't make it after 120 days. and then if they do that only about 2 out of 5 make it through the training. It's possible but you can get much better pay if you work for the county jail. You will have less problems from inmates because they still have a chance to go home so they are usually on there best behavior even though that might be a little crazy still. But you usually are more protected against inmates in county jails.
Well for one youll always have a job (just like being a teacher)





Then there is the possibility of danger. That could be a bit bad. But all in all id do it :P
You'll always have work!





I don't believe it's an easy job, but if you're up to the task, then the rest of us law-abiding citizens will certainly appreciate it.





Good luck!
The economy and crime rates changes. The important thing is that you must like to work with people especially convicts.
have you watched prison break,


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