Justice Impacted Family Engagement Advocate
The Justice Impacted Family Engagement Advocate Program is a free program that provides short- or long-term case management and support services to at risk youth and their families living in Salem County that are currently involved in the legal justice system. This program focuses on setting goals with youth and connecting them to community resources to prevent future involvement with the legal justice system.
We’re here to help with:
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Justice & Legal Involvement
Identifying and treating depression and other mood disorders.
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Community Resources
Connecting you to important resources to guide you through your wellness journey.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the Justice Impacted Family Engagement Advocate Program, you must be referred by family court or probation.
What to Expect
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Reaching Out
Your child and family will be referred to the Justice Impacted Family Engagement Advocate Program by the court or probation.
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Arranging Services
Generally, the first meeting with a case manager takes place in court. Your child and a case manager will discuss goals and ensure your child fully understands the court process. Biweekly sessions are provided in person and last about an hour.
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Moving Forward with Care
Each case is assessed individually, with support typically continuing until the youth’s case is adjudicated.
FAQ’s
How often will I meet with a caseworker?
Meetings take place once every 2 weeks for about an hour.
How long can my child be in the program?
Your child can receive services while awaiting adjudication or during probation.
How much does the Justice Impacted Family Engagement Advocate program cost? ?
The Justice Impacted Family Engagement Advocate program is free.
How do you quality for the Justice Impacted Family Engagement Advocate program?
To be eligible for Justice Impacted Family Engagement Advocate services you must be referred by family court or probation.
