The Agency is non-discriminatory and accords equal treatment and access to services without regard to race, religion, national origin, or ancestry. B. Achieving program goals Individual or group therapy is available for each youngster in placement. A resident therapist provides supplemental counseling to the child and available family members. The Case Management System uses a detailed and functional collection of behavioral information to make appropriate treatment decisions and goals . Children live in spacious units that are staffed by a social worker, senior child care worker, and four residential counselors.
Children are responsible for cleaning and taking care of their own bedroom and bathroom spaces.
Children in placement have extensive oral and nutritional needs. Food is available to agency staff throughout the day, and can be given to children either in the form of snacks or meals. Children are allowed to eat portions that are consistent with needs. Clothing is purchased which the child will enjoy wearing and which will help the child feel competitive with peers in school and other community settings. Individual tutoring and an educational computer lab help children who have had difficulties participate successfully in public school.