Correctional Counselor (CC1) Practice Exam

What type of housing environment is required for Level 1 inmates?

1. Open dorms with secure perimeter

2. Open dorms with low security perimeter

3. Secure perimeter with internal armed coverage

4. Closed cells with high security features

The correct answer is: Open dorms with low security perimeter

Level 1 inmates are typically housed in settings that are less restrictive than those for higher-level inmates. An open dorm environment with a low-security perimeter is appropriate for this classification, which allows for more freedom of movement while still ensuring a basic level of safety and security. These inmates are generally considered to be at a lower risk of escape and do not require the same level of surveillance or security measures as those housed in more restrictive environments. The rationale for this housing approach includes the management of resources, facilitating rehabilitation, and encouraging positive behavior among inmates who demonstrate lower risks. Therefore, the open dorm configuration supports social interactions and the development of interpersonal skills, which are important for inmates preparing for reintegration into society. Higher security features such as closed cells or environments guarded by armed personnel are reserved for inmates with a higher risk profile, making those options unsuitable for Level 1 housing. The focus at this level is on providing a controlled yet less restrictive environment to support inmates' growth and rehabilitation.