Write a 1000 - 1400 word personal statement to your supervisor in which you communicate your ethical perspective and commitment to an ethical environment in your agency.
Include the following in your statement:
Describe the role and significance of ethics in criminal justice.
Summarize an ethical theory that will guide your conduct in your role.
Consider the theories you learned in Weeks 4 and 5.
Include details related to the core principles and criticisms of the theory.
Explain the significance of the theory in criminal justice and your role as a corrections officer.
Create 2 original examples to illustrate your selected ethical theory in action within your duties as youth correctional officer.
Note: You may review case studies in your textbook, but do not copy or modify them for this assignment.
Explain the intended outcome of demonstrating ethical conduct to the examples you created.
How will you ensure juvenile offenders’ rights are protected?
How will you guarantee juvenile offenders are treated with dignity and respect?