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COMPONENT SUMMARY (Attach for each component) Statement of the Problem(s): In concise terminology, descdbe the juvenile justice problem(s) the program intends to address and how these services meet the needs identified in the JCPC Annual Plan. The majority of youth involved in DJJ services require a comprehensive psychological assessment in order to develop diagnostic criteda nd treatment recommendations for the youth. The assessments can provided an accurate picture of what the clients therapeutic needs are and facilitate the linkage of these youth to the needed serices in their community. Treatment in the community that involves the family is vital to be most effective and prevent placement out of the home. Priority Risk Factor(s) Addressed: State how the program will address the p#odty dsk factor(s) identified by the JCPC. The program will be assessing and providing timely information concerning the needs of the client and the manner in which these needs can be addressed. The service addresses the pdodty dsk factors of Family Management problems and Community drug and alcohol use through determining the appropriate course of treatment. Program Goals:' State the effect that the program is designed to have on solving the problem(s) described above. 1. Youth referred for the services will receive comprehensive evaluations and testing for behavioral, emotional and other related issues. 2. DAYMARK staff will be placed at the court house 20 hours per week to insure accessibiliity of service in a timely maner and increased effective consultation to the court and its representatives. 3. Children needing services such as individual, family, parenting, anger management groups, sex offender treatment, home based services, and case management will be referred to these services within 1 week of assessment. Target Population: Describe the target population and the steps that the program has taken to insure that the target population is served. The target population includes youth ages 7-17 who are exhibiting pre-delinquent, delinquent, undisciplined, or sexuallly aggressive behaviors. Adjudicated, diverted, and DJJ At-Risk youth will be considered for service. Services to these youth will be authorized through the Juvenile Court Counselors. Communication between the Court Counselor and the staff Psychologist will occur regularly on a formal and informal basis. Measurable Objective(s): State in measurable terms the intended effect of the program on specific undisciplined and/or delinquent behaviors. At a minimum, state anticipated reductions in court referrals, runaway behavior, disruptive behavior at school, anticipated improved school attendance and academic achievement. These objectives must include participant outcomes and may include program outcomes. This position will assess all referrals from the DJJ Court Counselors with seven days and provide recommendations and referrals for needed mental health services. In addition to initial assessment, some youth may receive psychological testing if clinically indicated. The goal will be to screen all referrals over the 12 month period of the grant. This position will serve 40 youth during the course of the year. The psychologist will provide wdtten report to the Court Counselor within 21 days of the referral. Information Maintained for Effectiveness Measurement: List the data elements and records the program will maintain to document its effectiveness.