Cross Gender Supervision (COBT 152) Vocabulary Flashcards

Vocabulary flashcards derived from the Correctional Officer Basic Training module on Cross Gender Supervision (COBT 152), covering definitions, search policies, harassment management, PTSD symptoms, and communication practices.

Cross-Gender Supervision

Supervision of the opposite sex.

Routine (Clothed) Search - Male Offenders

Operational searches of clothed male offenders that may be conducted by officers of either sex.

Routine (Clothed) Search - Female Offenders

Operational searches of clothed female offenders that must be conducted by females only.

Complete (Unclothed) Search

Operational searches of unclothed offenders conducted only by officers of the same sex.

Benefits of Cross-Gender Supervision

Enhanced security, Additional skills, Role modeling, and Legal compliance.

Ways to Control Sexual Manipulation

Always engage in responsible, adult behavior; set firm limits; treat everyone with respect; behave the way you would if your supervisor was present; and operate as a team with your fellow officers.

Ways of Dealing with Sexual Harassment by Offenders

Take responsibility for modesty, dress decently, ensure offenders expect discipline, and report infractions.

FOCUS Framework for Eliminating Sexual Harassment

1. Familiarize yourself with federal laws and facility policies. 2. Observe what goes on around you and respond appropriately. 3. Confront sexual harassment immediately. 4. Uphold the law; to include colleagues, offenders, & victims. 5. Show others how to behave.

Intrusive Re-experiencing

A symptom of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) involving flashbacks or reliving the traumatic experience.

Avoidance (PTSD)

A symptom of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) involving avoiding anything or anyone that reminds one of a traumatic experience.

Arousal (PTSD)

A symptom of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) where an individual is jumpy, easily startled, irritable, has sleep disturbances (insomnia or nightmares), or experiences panic attacks accompanied by shortness of breath and chest pains.

Communication Differences (Men vs. Women)

A principle of cross-gender communication stating that men take answers at face value, while women want to discuss their problems.