Question 1

The TeamChild Program, which provides services to help youths involved with the juvenile justice system, has operated since 1995 across seven counties in the state of ______.

Accepted Answer

The TeamChild Program operates across seven counties in the state of Washington.

Question 2

The Girls Circle Program is a ______ group that works with girls, ages 9-18, through the integration of cultural differences, resiliency practices, and skills training to assist in reducing offending behaviors.

Accepted Answer

The Girls Circle Program integrates cultural differences, resiliency practices, and skills training to assist in reducing offending behaviors, which aligns with the strengths-based approach to counseling. The other choices - behavioral-based, cognitive-based, and trauma-based - do not fully encompass the approach and strategies used in Girls Circle Program.

Question 3

The use of screening and assessment methods should be tied to a particular ______,or a point in the juvenile justice process.

Accepted Answer

Screening and assessment methods should be tied to a specific decision-point in the juvenile justice process, such as an initial intake decision or a disposition decision, in order to inform appropriate decision-making and case planning. This ensures that the assessments are used effectively and efficiently to address the specific needs of the youth and to inform appropriate interventions. Using screening and assessment methods at other arbitrary points or times may not be as effective.

Question 4

In the state of ______,there has been an ongoing, broad, state-wide emphasis on using alternatives to school removal and juvenile justice involvement for disruptive or troubled youths.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In the state of ______,there has been...

Question 5

______ uses a continuum of interventions in working with youthful offenders.

Accepted Answer

The graduated response model supervision uses a continuum of interventions that increase or decrease in intensity based on the youth's behavior and level of compliance with the rules. This approach allows for flexibility and individualized treatment to better address the youth's needs and reduce the likelihood of reoffending.

Question 6

The ______ is a 4 week, multifaceted, after-school diversion program designed to divert low- and mid-level youthful offenders away from further juvenile court involvement.

Accepted Answer

Project Back-on-Track is designed as an after-school diversion program aimed at preventing further juvenile court involvement among low- and mid-level youthful offenders.

Question 7

Formal diversion programs may have an unintended and harmful outcome--bringing more young people into the juvenile courts--a phenomenon known as ______.

Accepted Answer

Net widening occurs when formal diversion programs actually increase the number of youth who become involved in the juvenile justice system. This can happen if the programs are not designed properly or if they are used as a way to manage larger numbers of youth rather than diverting them from formal processing. Shotgunning and vortexing of youth are not recognized terms in the field of juvenile justice, and system broadening is a concept that is not directly related to the unintended consequences of diversion programs.

Question 8

The ______ is implemented in over 90 jurisdictions and initial results have found improved outcomes in child welfare, school, mental health, and lower confinement and reoffending rates.

Accepted Answer

The Crossover Youth Practice Model is the only one among the options that has been implemented in over 90 jurisdictions and has shown positive results in child welfare, school, mental health, and lower confinement and reoffending rates. The other options are not well known or do not have evidence of success.

Question 9

A(n) ______ in the juvenile justice system most often measures the likelihood of reoffending or re-arrest as the outcome of interest.

Accepted Answer

A risk assessment is a tool used in the juvenile justice system to measure the likelihood of reoffending or re-arrest as the outcome of interest. It assesses various factors such as the individual's criminal history, family background, and substance abuse history to determine their level of risk. This information is then used to tailor appropriate interventions and supervision to reduce the individual's risk of reoffending. In-take screening, offending index, and safety evaluation are all important components of the juvenile justice system, but are not directly related to measuring the likelihood of reoffending.

Question 10

Following an initial mental health screening, if significant clinical needs are identified, which of the following might be the next step.

Accepted Answer

A more thorough assessment is typically the next step to better understand the individual's mental health needs and to develop an appropriate treatment plan.

Question 11

The ______ instrument is composed of 24 items across three risk areas as well as protective areas, and is based on the structured professional judgment model.

Accepted Answer

The instrument described is the SAVRY (Structured Assessment of Violence Risk in Youth), which assesses risk factors in three domains (historical, social/contextual, and individual/clinical) as well as protective factors. The PSRT (Psychopathy Screening Tool for Youth), LSI-II (Level of Service Inventory-Revised), and YLS-CMI (Youth Level of Service/Case Management Inventory) are other risk assessment tools used in the juvenile justice system, but do not match the description given.

Question 12

Implementing ______ programs within punitively focused policies decreases their effectiveness.

Accepted Answer

Rehabilitative programs aim to reform and reintegrate offenders back into society by addressing the root causes of their criminal behavior. However, if these programs are implemented within a punitive framework, the focus is shifted towards punishment rather than rehabilitation, decreasing the effectiveness of the programs. Deterrence and incapacitative programs are focused on punishment and removing offenders from society, respectively, so they do not necessarily depend on a rehabilitative framework. Retributive programs aim to provide justice and compensation to victims, which may be compatible with rehabilitative efforts but are not the same as rehabilitation.

Question 13

______ selectively divert youthful offenders from the regular juvenile court dockets to work in tandem with community-based service providers, thereby having a judge oversee the therapeutic treatment of the adolescent and family while maintaining adjudication authority.

Accepted Answer

Juvenile drug courts are designed to handle cases involving juvenile offenders with substance abuse problems, offering a blend of treatment and legal supervision. These courts aim to rehabilitate the youth through a structured program that includes therapy, drug testing, and judicial oversight, rather than proceeding through the traditional juvenile justice process.

Question 14

The most common outcome for adjudicated delinquent youthful offenders is ______.

Accepted Answer

The most common outcome for adjudicated delinquent youthful offenders is probation supervision. This allows the offender to remain in their community while being supervised and meeting certain requirements, such as attending school, participating in counseling or therapy, and completing community service. It is generally seen as a more rehabilitative option than incarceration or a suspended sentence. Court mandated therapy may also be a component of probation supervision. Formal warnings and suspended sentences are less common outcomes for adjudicated delinquent youthful offenders.

Question 15

At ______,the primary question is whether the youth needs secure pretrial detainment to prevent recidivism or failure to appear in court.

Accepted Answer

The question refers to pretrial detainment, which is a part of the detention stage of the juvenile justice system.

Question 16

Some states have begun to create ______ to train police in response techniques that are appropriate for people, especially juvenile offenders, suffering from mental health symptoms or problems.

Accepted Answer

Crisis Intervention Teams (CIT) is the term commonly used to describe specially trained police officers who are skilled in responding to individuals in crisis, particularly those with mental illness or other behavioral health issues. They receive specialized training to learn how to de-escalate situations, communicate effectively with individuals experiencing a mental health crisis, and connect them with appropriate resources for treatment and support.

Question 17

______ are thorough investigations of the identified risks or problem areas for young people and their families.

Accepted Answer

Assessments are complete evaluations of risks and problem areas, whereas screenings are brief evaluations to identify potential risks. Evaluations and in-take evaluations are more general terms that can refer to a variety of assessments or evaluations, but may not necessarily be specific to identifying risks for young people and their families.

Question 18

Mental health screening is a brief process that can be administered by nonprofessional staff using a standardized tool, often used as a ______ to identify a potentially serious mental health problem or suicide risk.

Accepted Answer

A mental health screening is typically used as a triage assessment to quickly identify individuals who may be at risk for a serious mental health issue or suicide, and determine the level of care or intervention needed. It is not a comprehensive assessment or diagnosis, but rather a tool to identify potential areas of concern for further evaluation or treatment. Choices A, B, and C are not typically associated with mental health screening.

Question 19

Programs that ______ can help minimize contact with the juvenile courts, as well as adjudication and supervision.

Accepted Answer

Programs that address the key risk factors of problem behavior can help prevent the need for court involvement, reducing the chances of adjudication or supervision. B, C, and D all involve some level of contact with the juvenile justice system.

Question 20

______ is a brief process used to identify problems that are in need of further attention.

Accepted Answer

Screening is a quick and efficient method used to identify problems that require further attention. It involves a brief assessment that helps identify individuals who may need further evaluation or treatment. It is commonly used in healthcare to identify patients who may be at risk for certain conditions or diseases.

Quiz 13: Rehabilitation of Low-Level Youthful Offenders