CLARK COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA ITEM
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Petitioner: |
Abigail Frierson, Acting Director of Department of Juvenile Justice Services |
Recommendation:
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Ratify the Department of Juvenile Justice Services' grant application to the Office of Justice Programs, Bureau of Justice Assistance; ratify the acceptance of the grant award of $750,000 for the Clark County Youth Reintegration Program from October 1, 2023, through September 30, 2026; and authorize the Acting Director or designee to sign additional grant documents, as necessary. (For possible action)
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FISCAL IMPACT:
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Fund #: |
2031.000 |
Fund Name: |
County Grants |
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Fund Center: |
1240711000 |
Funded PGM/Grant: |
1240.CCYRP23.2026 |
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Amount: |
$750,000 |
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Description: |
BJA - Clark County Youth Reintegration Program |
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Additional Comments: |
This program is designed to work with youth being released from Spring Mountain Youth Camp |
BACKGROUND:
Clark County Department of Juvenile Justice Services (DJJS) is committed to system reform and implementing programmatic changes to improve outcomes for youth. Case management services are needed to assist youth and young adults in following through with aftercare and clinical plans (i.e., medication management, therapy, 12-Step group where appropriate, and mental health counseling) for youth leaving Spring Mountain Youth Camp (SMYC).
DJJS will partner with JusticeWorks YouthCare to implement the Reintegration Program to ensure successful home and community reentry and reduce recidivism for youth exiting SMYC. The project applicant is Clark County DJJS, and JusticeWorks will be the subcontractor providing service components. DJJS aims to help youth complete and follow up with clinical/mental health services and develop strategies to avoid high-risk behaviors while promoting competency skills and character building. Case management services will include, but not be limited to, assistance with medication management, making mental health and/or substance abuse appointments, transportation when needed, filling out medical assistance forms, and educating youth on the importance of maintaining their aftercare plan.