Correctional Counselor (CC1) Practice Exam

Who typically chairs the unit classification committees (UCC)?

1. Warden

2. CCIII

3. Captain

4. Correctional administrator

The correct answer is: Captain

The correct choice for who typically chairs the unit classification committees (UCC) is the Captain. The role of the Captain in the correctional facility often involves overseeing daily operations, managing staff, and ensuring the security and order within the unit. They are usually in a position that allows for comprehensive understanding of the inmate population and facility procedures, making them well-suited to lead discussions regarding classification, housing, or program decisions for inmates. Unit classification committees are essential in evaluating inmates’ needs and overseeing their classification levels, which directly affect their rehabilitation and reintegration into society. The Captain’s authority and experience in managing the unit’s operations make them an ideal candidate to administrate these committees. While other roles, such as the Warden, Correctional Counselor III, or Correctional Administrator may have a vested interest in the decisions made by the committee, they are less commonly positioned to fulfill the chairing role due to their broader responsibilities, which may not involve day-to-day inmate interactions as deeply as that of a Captain.