AND ANSWERS
Define Sexual Misconduct - ANS Any form of consensual or non-consensual physical contact
or communication of a sexual nature directed towards a Resident that establishes an
inappropriate relationship including, but not limited to, sexual abuse, sexual assault, sexual
contact, sexual harassment or sexual obscenity
Sexual Contact - ANS Any behavior that includes, but is not limited to, hugging, fondling,
kissing, intentional touching, either directly or through clothing, of the genitalia, anus, groin,
breast, inner thighs, or buttocks of another individual or any other physical contact sexual in
nature.
Sexual Harassment - ANS Sexually Offensive comments and gestures, sexual advances,
requests for sexual favors, or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature
Sexual Obscenity - ANS A communication, act, gesture, etc. of a sexual nature that is
offensive, disgusting or repulsive to the senses
The values, assumptions and beliefs the people in an organization hold that drive the way they
think and behave within the organization - ANS Corrections Culture
What is the impact on the corrections culture when sexual misconduct is introduced? (7 things)
- ANS Nothing is sacred, boundaries are blurred, inappropriate joking, sexual innuendo, foul
language, Gossip/rumors, sexual harassment
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How do you foster a positive culture (7 things) - ANS Self-Monitoring
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, Personal Professionalism and ethics
Resist Peer Pressure
Be a positive example
Don't buy into the negativity of others
Call others out on poor behavior
Don't use foul language
6 Outcomes of staff sexual misconduct (facility) - ANS - Violate Public Trust
- Personal Risk
- Compromised safety and security
- Legal Liability
- Loss of professionalism
- Contribute to negative culture
7 Personal outcomes of staff sexual misconduct - ANS - Become a convicted Felon
- Go to prison for LIFE
- Register as a sex offender
- Personal relationships suffer
- Personal civil and criminal legal liability
- Catch a sexually transmitted disease
- Feel personal and professional shame
8 Professional Boundaries - ANS - Interaction with Residents should be fair and consistent
- Treat Residents with respect and dignity
- Treat each other with respect and dignity
- Model good behavior
- Know and use your training and IDOC policies
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, - Don't buy into negative attitudes and behavior patterns of others-it can damage your
professional boundaries
- Never flirt to build rapport
Sexual Misconduct prevention strategies (5 of them) - ANS - Awareness: Self and
Surroundings
- Maintain Professional Boundaries
- Watching out for Red Flags
- Be aware of possible set-ups
REPORT, REPORT, REPORT
What are the 6 standards of ethics? - ANS Trustworthiness, respect, responsibility,
justice/fairness, caring, civic virtue.
Define Values - ANS Beliefs a person holds true
Define Morals - ANS A set of standards that define right from wrong
Define Principles - ANS Universally held values that never change
Define Ethics - ANS A code of values which guide our choices, actions, and determines the
purpose and course of our lives
Define Trustworthiness - ANS honesty, integrity, promise keeping, avoidance of
stealing/cheating.
Define Respect - ANS letting them know people are important and worthy by virtue of being
human beings
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Define Responsibility - ANS Accountability
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