Ch. 1 Intro to Correctional Probation
Exam with Accurate Solutions
Agency Mission - correct Answer-"Provide a continuum of services to meet the needs of
those entrusted to our care, creating a safe and professional environment with the
outcome of reduced victimization, safer communities, and an emphasis on the premium
of life. (FDC, 2016).
Values - correct Answer-Safety, Accountability, Fairness and Integrity
Safety - correct Answer-Safety remains a priority, in everything we do, for our staff,
inmates, offenders, and the public. Looking forward, technology will allow us to take an
innovative approach toward creating safer environments.
Accountability - correct Answer-We must be accountable to those under our
supervision, our fellow members and most importantly, the people of Florida through
fiscally sound policy and strategic goals that complement our mission and vision.
Fairness and Integrity - correct Answer-We must always be fair and act with integrity.
Our officers face difficult situations every day. We expect them to rise above these
testing circumstances and be professional at all times.
Innovation - correct Answer-Finally, we must be innovative in our approach to building a
modern Department of Corrections. We expect Florida to serve as a national leader in
correctional policy and embrace a best in class approach to creating policies that
promote success for our supervised population.
What does the DOC strive to do? - correct Answer-To Provide inmates and offenders
with the tools they will need to become productive citizens through a variety of programs
and services.
Florida Transition From Prison to Community Initiative (TPCI) - correct Answer-Initiative
to reduce crime by implementing a seamless plan of services and supervisions.
Developed with each offender, state and local collaboration - from time they enter prison
throughout their transition, reintegration, and aftercare in the community.
What has extensive research by the DOC found? - correct Answer-Offenders who
recieve interventions are less likely to reoffend and return to the correctional system.
John Agustus - correct Answer-Often called the "Father of Probation" in America. He
believed that reforming offenders would improve lives and make communities safer.
, Re-entry - correct Answer-The process of an offender's transitioning from incarceration
in a facility to supervision within the community, while enhancing public safety and
reducing recidivism. The process includes comprehensive needs assessments and a
range of treatment and training programs designed to increase the likelihood that
offenders will successfully transition into society as productive, law-abiding citizens.
Recisivism - correct Answer-A measure of the likelihood that an inmate will reoffend
within three years of release from incarceration.
When does re-entry begin? - correct Answer-From the time that the Department first
has contact with an inmate of offender. During intake, the Department assesses
offenders to determine their needs and refer them to the appropriate services.
Re-entry continues - correct Answer-throughout an offender's incarceration offender's
incaceration or period of supervision or both.
What is the relationship between the re-entry process and recidivism? - correct Answer-
re-entry process is crucial to breaking barriers and reducing recidivism. Research has
shown that offenders who have a difficult time finding employment are more likely to
reoffend. The goal is to make every effort to reduce the likelihood that an offender will
return to the correctional system.
Correctional Probation Officer - correct Answer-A person responsible for the supervised
custody, surveillance, and control of assigned inmates, probationers, and parolees, or
community controlees within the DOC's institutions or within the community. Includes
supervisory personnel whose duties include, in whole or in part, the supervision,
training, and guidance of correctional probation officers.
What Florida Statute defines a correctional probation officer? - correct Answer-
943.10(3), F.S.
A correctional probational officer is responsible for: - correct Answer-Performing
professional work to investigate and assess offenders. Making sure that offenders
comply with any statutory or special conditions of supervision ordered by the sentencing
authority. Evaluating offender progress and making recommendations throughout the
period of supervision. Assisting offenders in securing employment and maintaining
contact with local employers in their community. Referring offenders to specialized
treatment services such as substance abuse counseling and mental health counseling.
Collecting monies such as restitution, court costs, and other related payments.
Maintaining an awareness of offenders' daily activities and providing direction as
needed. Managing cases of all assigned offenders.
Probation officers: - correct Answer-perform fieldwork, make regular visits to residences
and places of employment. Conduct random drug tests. Focus on helping offenders.
Exam with Accurate Solutions
Agency Mission - correct Answer-"Provide a continuum of services to meet the needs of
those entrusted to our care, creating a safe and professional environment with the
outcome of reduced victimization, safer communities, and an emphasis on the premium
of life. (FDC, 2016).
Values - correct Answer-Safety, Accountability, Fairness and Integrity
Safety - correct Answer-Safety remains a priority, in everything we do, for our staff,
inmates, offenders, and the public. Looking forward, technology will allow us to take an
innovative approach toward creating safer environments.
Accountability - correct Answer-We must be accountable to those under our
supervision, our fellow members and most importantly, the people of Florida through
fiscally sound policy and strategic goals that complement our mission and vision.
Fairness and Integrity - correct Answer-We must always be fair and act with integrity.
Our officers face difficult situations every day. We expect them to rise above these
testing circumstances and be professional at all times.
Innovation - correct Answer-Finally, we must be innovative in our approach to building a
modern Department of Corrections. We expect Florida to serve as a national leader in
correctional policy and embrace a best in class approach to creating policies that
promote success for our supervised population.
What does the DOC strive to do? - correct Answer-To Provide inmates and offenders
with the tools they will need to become productive citizens through a variety of programs
and services.
Florida Transition From Prison to Community Initiative (TPCI) - correct Answer-Initiative
to reduce crime by implementing a seamless plan of services and supervisions.
Developed with each offender, state and local collaboration - from time they enter prison
throughout their transition, reintegration, and aftercare in the community.
What has extensive research by the DOC found? - correct Answer-Offenders who
recieve interventions are less likely to reoffend and return to the correctional system.
John Agustus - correct Answer-Often called the "Father of Probation" in America. He
believed that reforming offenders would improve lives and make communities safer.
, Re-entry - correct Answer-The process of an offender's transitioning from incarceration
in a facility to supervision within the community, while enhancing public safety and
reducing recidivism. The process includes comprehensive needs assessments and a
range of treatment and training programs designed to increase the likelihood that
offenders will successfully transition into society as productive, law-abiding citizens.
Recisivism - correct Answer-A measure of the likelihood that an inmate will reoffend
within three years of release from incarceration.
When does re-entry begin? - correct Answer-From the time that the Department first
has contact with an inmate of offender. During intake, the Department assesses
offenders to determine their needs and refer them to the appropriate services.
Re-entry continues - correct Answer-throughout an offender's incarceration offender's
incaceration or period of supervision or both.
What is the relationship between the re-entry process and recidivism? - correct Answer-
re-entry process is crucial to breaking barriers and reducing recidivism. Research has
shown that offenders who have a difficult time finding employment are more likely to
reoffend. The goal is to make every effort to reduce the likelihood that an offender will
return to the correctional system.
Correctional Probation Officer - correct Answer-A person responsible for the supervised
custody, surveillance, and control of assigned inmates, probationers, and parolees, or
community controlees within the DOC's institutions or within the community. Includes
supervisory personnel whose duties include, in whole or in part, the supervision,
training, and guidance of correctional probation officers.
What Florida Statute defines a correctional probation officer? - correct Answer-
943.10(3), F.S.
A correctional probational officer is responsible for: - correct Answer-Performing
professional work to investigate and assess offenders. Making sure that offenders
comply with any statutory or special conditions of supervision ordered by the sentencing
authority. Evaluating offender progress and making recommendations throughout the
period of supervision. Assisting offenders in securing employment and maintaining
contact with local employers in their community. Referring offenders to specialized
treatment services such as substance abuse counseling and mental health counseling.
Collecting monies such as restitution, court costs, and other related payments.
Maintaining an awareness of offenders' daily activities and providing direction as
needed. Managing cases of all assigned offenders.
Probation officers: - correct Answer-perform fieldwork, make regular visits to residences
and places of employment. Conduct random drug tests. Focus on helping offenders.
