ABSTRACT

An inmates life in correctional institution tends to receive negative stereotypes from society in general. This condition became a burden for inmates entering their new life situation. They (inmates) experience stress, depression, and deviant behavior and violations. The ability to surviving their problems and difficulties is required. The resilience of the inmates makes them survive to avoid feeling helpless and hopeless. Based on the explanation of these conditions, the helpers at the Penitentiary Malang (L'SIMA) need to have skills in measuring the resilience condition of the inmates. This study aims to conceptually develop a resilience assessment skills training design for helpers at L'SIMA. This research was conducted using 4D research and development methods with Define Focus, Design and Development Focus, and Disseminate Focus. The main analysis in this study uses form content analysis. The development results are manifested in the design of training procedures and forms of psychological assessment in measuring the resilience of inmates. The design has been developed based on the experiential learning model to provide real and hands-on experience in developing the helpers' skills in measuring the resilience of inmates. Practical testing recommendations are given to find evidence of product effectiveness.