This effort leads to the development of a service plan for each probationer. Plans may include a variety of programs or sanctions such as community service, curfews and participation in substance abuse treatment, anger management, and counseling or mentoring programs. Employment is a key ingredient in reducing recidivism. An element of this effort is a job-readiness program. The final piece of the core programming relates to gang prevention activities.
Funds are devoted to developing and implementing a wide range of activities that target juveniles.
Examples of efforts to date include after-school programs, mentoring or tutoring programs, and courses in conflict resolution and anger management. These programs, especially for juveniles, support efforts to keep youths in school. Other services also are provided, including a thorough case management approach based on the individual requirements of probationers and families. Primarily for work with juveniles, a family development service is offered, which provides parents with the skills, resources and support necessary to build strong families. Examples of the services are parent support groups and parenting seminars, as well as programs aimed at teaching probationers responsible parenting behavior.