• Prior to an Initial Risk Assessment, parent/guardian reads and signs disclosure and reviews behavioral expectations of youth while at the JAC
• An Intake Specialist takes youth's pulse and asks about medical history to rule out any emergent situations
• The Intake Specialist meets with youth to complete an Initial Risk Assessment, which identifies areas of concern
• Family members then consult with staff to develop a plan of action based on the outcome of the Initial Risk Assessment
• JAC staff provide individualized resource referrals to assist your family

Q: Does my child have to come home with me even if the police bring him/her to the JAC?
A: Yes. Parents/guardians must pick up their child, arrange for him/her to stay with a friend or relative, or arrange other placement. If parent/guardian refuses to pick up child and all other options are exhausted, Human Services becomes involved. Parents/guardian remain financially responsible for placement of their child.

Q: Does the JAC provide any long-term or extensive mental health placement or services?
A: The JAC provides only assessment and referral services. No extensive mental health testing, placement or long-term services are provided.

Q: What resources/referrals do you provide?
A: The JAC has listings for several hundred programs from areas such as anger management, mental health, substance abuse, GED and educational services and many more.