There are several volunteer programs that juvenile offenders are encouraged to attend. This particular program occurs under the auspices of the religious movement of Scientology. A new Behavior Management System was introduced in the fall of 1994 with the appointment of the current Juvenile Hall Director. Behavior management is based upon residents earning points by cooperation and compliance with basic program requirements. Ostensibly, the Resident Orientation packet explaining this system is given to each juvenile once they have been admitted.
Privacy issues are a major concern when males and females are housed together.
Each room has a window in the door and the juvenile can be viewed by all those who pass in the hall. New arrivals are not placed in the general population but are placed in the maximum security unit for at least 24 hours. The first time detainee is exposed to youths who have committed more serious offenses or are repeat offenders. All socializing, schooling, meals, recreation and exercise are done in their units. Juvenile Hall currently must serve as a detoxification center.