Table 2.

Staff, Program, and Training Needs for Correctional Counselors

	% Agree
Clinical staff at your program needs guidance in–
10. identifying and using evidence-based practices.	69.8%
8. improving behavioral management of clients.	66.7%
9. improving cognitive focus of clients during group counseling.	59.0%
7. improving client thinking and problem solving skills.	58.9%
5. increasing program participation by clients.	56.8%
2. using client assessments to guide clinical care and program decisions.	53.7%
3. using client assessments to document client improvements.	52.1%
6. improving rapport with clients.	51.9%
1. assessing client needs.	50.9%
4. matching client needs with services.	48.5%
Your organization needs guidance in–
17. improving communications among staff.	68.3%
16. improving relations among staff.	62.2%
19. improving billing/financial/accounting procedures.	61.1%
13. assigning or clarifying staff roles.	50.6%
12. setting specific goals for improving services.	50.3%
18. improving record keeping and information systems.	50.0%
14. establishing accurate job descriptions for staff.	43.9%
15. evaluating staff performance.	42.1%
11. defining its mission.	23.8%
You need more training for–
22. new methods/developments in your area of responsibility.	55.8%
23. new equipment or procedures being used or planned.	54.5%
25. new laws or regulations you need to know about.	53.3%
24. maintaining/obtaining certification or other credentials.	49.1%
26. management or supervisory responsibilities.	45.7%
21. specialized computer applications (e.g., data systems).	38.2%
20. basic computer skills/programs.	26.1%