The boy is placed in a group, and he is required to immediately adhere to the rules and regulations of the Positive Peer Group program. Upon admission, staff confer and complete an Individual Education Program and an Individual Treatment plan specific to the boy's needs. The completed I.E.P. form is then sent to appropriate parties. Also, Arrowhead Ranch staff assists DCFS personnel in submitting appropriate Department forms. Prior to placement in the Transitional Group House, a resident and placing agency will have participated in the development of an individual Treatment Plan.
Staff turnover is minimal.
Professional development of staff is important at Arrowhead Ranch. Staff attend outside conferences and workshops and participate in inservice training. Staff development is an on-going process at Arrowhead Ranch, as staff members take part in local and state workshops and training sessions pertaining to adolescents. The focus of staff development is on human growth and development, learning theories and its application to behavior and personality as it relates to adolescents, and the enhancement of group process and individual interaction. Staff have also been certified in CPR and first aid, Crisis Prevention Intervention, and coaching.