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In this conversation, Lynn shares her experiences working in corrections, emphasizing the importance of building trust with inmates and the rewarding nature of being a mental health support for them. She discusses the misconceptions about life inside correctional facilities, highlighting the focus on rehabilitation rather than punishment. Lynn also addresses the long-term effects of working in such a high-stress environment, including burnout and the need for mental health support for both officers and inmates. The discussion touches on the changing dynamics within the correctional system, the importance of self-care, and offers advice for new correctional officers. Finally, Lynn expresses hope for the future of corrections, particularly in terms of mental health support and programming for inmates.
By Between the CallsIn this conversation, Lynn shares her experiences working in corrections, emphasizing the importance of building trust with inmates and the rewarding nature of being a mental health support for them. She discusses the misconceptions about life inside correctional facilities, highlighting the focus on rehabilitation rather than punishment. Lynn also addresses the long-term effects of working in such a high-stress environment, including burnout and the need for mental health support for both officers and inmates. The discussion touches on the changing dynamics within the correctional system, the importance of self-care, and offers advice for new correctional officers. Finally, Lynn expresses hope for the future of corrections, particularly in terms of mental health support and programming for inmates.