Comparative analysis of perceived organisational support by cadets

Introduction. The results of an empirical research of basic beliefs and attachment depending on the level of organisational support perceived by cadets are presented. The aim of the research is to identify the psychological features of level differences in the organisational support perceived by cadets. Research methods: the questionnaire of perceived organisational support; the Scale of basic beliefs; the methodology “Attachment Interview for Adults”; the methodology for diagnosing the level of professional burnout by V.V. Boyko. Comparative and multivariate discriminant analysis was used to identify significant differences of the studied phenomenon. Results. A high level of perceived organisational support is observed in the case of emotional involvement in service activities. In this case, cadets feel themselves as a part of the team and share its goals and values, demonstrate a high sense of duty before the team. Achievements of the organisation are considered equal to their own. The cadets' openness to take responsibility for failures and the desire to overcome them are complemented by sensitivity to justice, belief in kindness and the need for social contacts. The authors found that motivation for helping to achieve the organisation's goals prevails. It is manifested in the cadets' participation in various projects and activities aimed at developing the organisation and improving its efficiency.