Juvenile Detention Training Needs Assessment
Juvenile Detention Training Needs Assessment

Author: David W. Roush

Publisher:

Published: 1996-06

Total Pages: 58

ISBN-13: 9780788189371

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Addresses objectives intended to improve juvenile detention practices and increase the cost effectiveness of the training of professionals who work in the system. It provides a review of the literature on job-related skills and related training needs, determines common training practices, and makes recommendations for assessing and improving training. Details of training services are provided, including local and national services, formal education, and training technology. The origin, design and results of the Training Needs Assessment Inventories are discussed and the implications for training curricula are examined. Tables and references.

Screening and Assessing Adolescents for Substance Use Disorders
Screening and Assessing Adolescents for Substance Use Disorders

Author: Ken C. Winters

Publisher: DIANE Publishing

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 163

ISBN-13: 0788185861

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Presents information on identifying, screening, and assessing adolescents who use substances. This report focuses on the most current procedures and instruments for detecting substance abuse among adolescents, conducting comprehensive assessments, and beginning treatment planning. Presents appropriate strategies and guidelines for screening and assessment. Explains legal issues concerning Federal and State confidentiality laws. Provides guidance for screening and assessing adolescents in juvenile justice settings. Summarizes instruments to screen and assess adolescents for substance and general functioning domains.