Mayors Faith-Based Symposium

Mayors Faith-Based Community Symposium

Miami Dade College Wolfson CampusJune 5, 2013

1Youth Prevention Services Cathy Burgos, LCSW Juvenile Services Department, Division Director

Tahra Sealy, MSW Juvenile Services Department, Prevention Supervisor

Jeannette Garcia, Juvenile Services Department, Special Projects Coordinator

Dr. Tangier Scott, Community Action and Human Services Department, Team Manager, Project Director

Sgt. Joseph Bermudez, FCPP Miami-Dade Police Department, Community Outreach

Overall Accomplishments

67%1.8%3.5%11.2%3.9%2.9%8.1%3.4%5.5%10.2%8.2%10.2%13.3%15%Systematic Savings per Year$33 million dollar gross$20.2 million dollar net saving

Reduced juvenile detentionpopulationFrom 300 to approx. 70 per day

3Miami-Dade County Civil Citation ProgramCathy Burgos, LCSW, Division Director

4Civil Citation InitiativeRepresents true systemic changeNo arrest recordAddresses IssuesAssessment, service referrals, case managementParticipation from all 37 arresting agencies

RESULTSOver 13,000 participants since April 2007Reduced Arrests 23%95% of participants are minorities83% Successful Completion Rate9% Recidivism (FY08-09) 49% Offsite Referrals (increase of nearly 3 times since inception)

Civil Citation ProgramRepresents Systemic change- Reforms the protocol on how police and the community address juvenile first-time misdemeanor offenders.

How it works- All children who have committed a minor first time misdemeanor offense will have the opportunity to participate without being arrested. Rather than issuing an arrest, police officers refer eligible children to JSD where they will receive an assessment and application of appropriate, targeted interventions without the baggage of an arrest. If not offered by the officer, JSD will provide the eligible child the opportunity to participate in Civil Citation when they arrive at the JAC.

Law Enforcement Participation- First utilized in April 2007 with the Miami-Dade Public Schools Police and the Miami-Dade County Police Department. All 37 local arresting agencies have signed on to participate. 95% of Civil Citation participants are minoritiesCivil Citation ReferralsCivil Citation StatewideThe Miami-Dade County Model of Civil Citation has been mandated across the State of Florida (Statute 985.12)

Benefits:Uniformity in the processDJJ JPOs allowed to implement Civil Citation in communities currently unavailableDecrease court populations Cost savings to police departments and juvenile justice agencies Miami-Dade County Prevention InitiativeTahra Sealy, MSW, Prevention Supervisor

The Miami Dade County Prevention Initiative (MDCPI) is designed for any youth 17 years of age and under ,who may be experiencing behavioral and familial difficulties and those at risk of being arrested.

MDCPI receives referrals through community outreach, schools, other JSD diversion programs, parents, and other concerned adults.

Upon completion of the 90 day (average stay) program, each participant will write a brief essay about their experience and may be recruited to serve as program speakers, mentors, and or role models for future programs, such as: the Violence Intervention Project.Introduction Intervene early in the lives of at-risk youth.

Creation of suitable treatment plans and referrals to appropriate services, with the goal of preventing juvenile arrests.

Utilize interventions to prevent youth from entering the juvenile justice system through an efficient and systemic approach.

Goal of MDCPI

Prevention ServicesReferrals are made to Faith based Organizations to address:

Anger Management

Disruptive Behavior

Family Issues

Drug Experimentation

Negative Peer AssociationOutcome of Prevention CasesCost SavingsSource: JSD Civil Citation Cost Analysis 2008

The Juvenile Services Department makes referrals to a network of agencies, including:

Faith-Based OrganizationsMental Health AgenciesSubstance Abuse AgenciesMentor OrganizationsCommunity-Based OrganizationsFaith-Based Organizations serving JSD Prevention Programs:

Nehemiah Project- services include group skills training, tutoring, and supervision of community service hoursTrinity Church- services include ,but not limited to, teen pregnancy prevention, HIV/Aids awareness, healthy relationships, life skills, and financial literacyHosanna Community Foundation- services include preventive project designed to reduce or eliminate risk factors

Miami-Dade County Prevention InitiativeViolence Intervention Project (VIP)Jeannette Garcia, JSD Special Projects Coordinator

Program Description

VIP is a public outreach campaign that addresses the devastating violence plaguing our communities.

Through innovative strategies of the VIP campaign, youth from Miami-Dade County become leaders and spread the word about alternatives to violence. These young leaders will take their message to the streets, the classrooms, the halls of government, and the media.

The VIP coordinates a JSD Speakers Bureau that facilitates community and school presentations on the Departments services and the Juvenile Justice System.

Goals of VIPTo help youth embrace anti-violence as the acceptable means of conflict resolution.

To empower youth to become leaders who educate adults and peers on anti violence issues. To encourage youth to develop viable strategies that address youth violence.

Internships and Volunteer OpportunitiesProgram DescriptionThe Miami-Dade Juvenile Services Department serves as a valuable training ground for Social Work, Psychology, Public Administration, Public policy, Statistics, interns from local and out of town colleges and universities.

The Department provides meaningful volunteering experiences for students, the elderly, and others interested in learning more about the juvenile justice system.

JSD experienced staff includes Licensed Clinical Social Workers, and persons with a Masters degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, and Social Work.

JSD Prevention Programs partner with other county departments to address the service needs of children, such as:

Community Action and Human ServicesMiami Dade Police DepartmentCommunity Action and Human Services

Dr. Tangier Scott, CAHSD, Team Manager,Project Director

An afterschool program serving children from ages 5-16, residing in targeted communities in the South Dade area.

Enriching activities are centered around 5 core components: literacy/academic support, physical activity/fitness, social skills development, nutrition, and family involvement.

Perrine Afterschool Program Family and Child Empowerment Program (FACE)Face is an intensive community and home based family oriented intervention, training and advocacy program for the children diverted from the juvenile justice system.

The program provides sixteen (16) weeks of program activities that include, but are not limited to individual counseling, group counseling, discussion groups, homework assistance, workshops/seminars, video presentations, teen summits, and consultant guest speakers.

Miami Dade Police DepartmentPolice Athletic League

Sgt. Joseph Bermudez, FCPP, MDPD Community OutreachPolice Athletic League (PAL)

PAL is committed to reducing juvenile delinquency by promoting a comprehensive program of prevention, early identification, and intervention.

PAL programs provide a wholesome environment with structured recreational and educational activities, positive peer influence, and constructive interaction with police officers.

PALs objective is to provide an environment that fosters and develops a positive attitude in its participants, ultimately making them productive and successful members of the community.Current Facts

PAL provides afterschool program in a North and a South location.

PAL Officers teach a curriculum, Join A Team, Not A Gang to promote positive alternatives to gang affiliation.

In 2010, the afterschool program instituted FCAT tutoring to help students improve their scores.

PAL runs a basketball league in partnership with Miami-Dade County Parks.

Contact information:

Cathy Burgos: cburgos@miamidade.govTahra Sealy: jac0137@miamidade.govJeanette Garcia: jac0076@miamidade.govJSD: 305-755-6202

Dr. Tangier Scott: CA9@miamidade.govCAHS: 305-756-2830

Sgt. Joseph Bermudez: JBermudez@mdpd.comMDPD:305-471-1745

Questions

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