RED is a reentry program that operates in collaboration with local DJJ officials, out-of-home placement facilities and juvenile probation staff. The program targets youth determined to be at risk based on factors such as prior offending/adjustment history, family circumstances that may make transition difficult.  Youth are selected for reentry services by DJJ officials and juvenile probation agents who attempt to make participation a court-ordered condition of their supervision or disposition.  

 

Typically, the first phase (Placement) involves services and reentry planning while the juvenile is still in out-of-home placement.  During this phase, one of thecase managers is introduced to the youth and attempts to build a relationship through personal visits and telephone calls and is involved with placement treatment plans and staff.  

 

In the second phase (Re-entry Preparation), TheraCare Community Center case managers are responsible for facilitating the transition to the home and community through participation in RED.  In our facility we offer life skills and prevention/diversion courses designed to integrate meaningful community service with instruction and reflection that enrich the learning experience, teach civic responsibility, and encourage lifelong civic engagement.  Furthermore, job skills training, linkage to community resources, and individual, family and group therapy are incorporated as part of an individualized transitional plan.  

 

In the final phase (Community-Based Services), our case managers aid clients in accessing services in the community (e.g., establish appointments, provisions for transportation), continuing case management services, and follow up services.