Juvenile Drug Court

Choosing a better tomorrow

Juvenile Drug Court is an Intensive Outpatient program that offers a holistic approach to substance use treatment to promote enhanced self-sufficiency and self-esteem for youth who been charged with a substance-involved misdemeanor or felony charge.

Our Counselors work with youth to determine issues of underlying substance use and criminal activity to assist in developing a new outlook on their personal development that builds a strong foundation for a healthy future.

This twenty (20) week program is structured into four (4) phases that promote the development and sustainability of a substance free lifestyle.

Phase I | 4 week minimum

  • Urinalysis (UA) Screenings | Randomized
  • Individual Counseling | One (1) hour per week
  • Group Counseling | One (1) hour per week
  • Family Counseling | One (1) hour per week
  • Juvenile Drug Court | Biweekly/monthly
  • Community Service | Eight (8) hours

Phase II | 8 week minimum

  • Urinalysis (UA) Screenings | Randomized
  • Individual Counseling | One (1) hour per week
  • Group Counseling | One (1) hour per week
  • Family Counseling | One (1) session per phase
  • Juvenile Drug Court | Biweekly/monthly
  • Community Service | Eight (8) hours
  • Chemical Education Course | One (1) hour per week

Phase III | 4 week minimum

  • Urinalysis (UA) Screenings | Randomized
  • Individual Counseling | One (1) hour per week
  • Group Counseling | One (1) hour per week
  • Family Counseling | One (1) session per phase
  • Juvenile Drug Court | Biweekly/monthly
  • Community Service | Forty (40) hours

Phase IV | 4 week minimum

  • Urinalysis (UA) Screenings | Randomized
  • Individual Counseling | One (1) hour per week
  • Group Counseling | One (1) hour per week
  • Family Counseling | One (1) session per phase
  • Juvenile Drug Court | Biweekly/monthly
  • Graduation Essay | Prior to graduation from the program

Eligibility

  • Youth ages 13 to 18 years old
  • Judicial and non-judicial referrals

What should I bring to my first appointment

  • Personal Identification (if available) | ID, Driver's License, or Passport
  • Proof of Parent/Guardian income | tax return, W2, paystub, or 1099 form
  • Proof of insurance (if applicable) | Insurance card or Medicaid card
  • Referral Information (if applicable)
  • Proof of any current prescribed medications

What to expect at your first appointment

  • Your intake appointment will a minimum of one (1) hour.
  • Your counselor will review the Juvenile Drug Court Program rules and expectations, including the guidelines for program completion.
  • You will complete intake paperwork and surveys that will better assist your counselor in understanding your personal needs.
  • You and your counselor will complete a comprehensive assessment composed of questions related to your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, your family, social support network, physical health, and your school and/or work history.
  • Your counselor will review the Urinalysis testing procedures and expectations. You will be assigned an IVR number for the Urinalysis system and instructions on call-in schedule.
  • You will be required to take an observed Urinalysis test at the time of intake.

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