Idaho Administrative Code › Title IDAPA 05 - Juvenile Corrections, Department of › Rule 05.01.04 - UNIFORM STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE PROBATION SERVICES › Section 05.01.04.400 - JUVENILE PROBATION SERVICES

Current through August 31, 2023
All juvenile probation departments shall operate in accordance with IDAPA 05.01.04 and have policies and procedures regarding the following: (3-31-22)
01.
Balanced Approach Model
. Supervision of juvenile offenders and services provided to juvenile offenders and their families should be based on the Balanced Approach Model. (3-31-22)
02.
Engaging and Involving Families
. Juvenile probation officers should document efforts to engage and involve a juvenile offender's family and/or other supportive individuals. (3-31-22)
03.
Validated Risk Assessment
. A validated risk assessment should be utilized to determine the criminogenic risk factors and needs of the juvenile offender. (3-31-22)
04.
Assessments
. Assessments should be utilized when applicable to assist in making recommendations to the Court and in developing individualized case plans. (3-31-22)
05.
Risk and Need Classification
. Risk assessment and supplemental assessment results should be used to recommend length of probation and to determine level and type of supervision, frequency of contact, and intensity of services. (3-31-22)
06.
Case Management Plans
. Individualized case management plans should focus on the most significant criminogenic risks as identified by the risk assessment and supplemental assessments. The plan should prioritize and address criminogenic risks, needs, and responsivity factors, rated moderate or higher, with special emphasis on addressing anti-social attitudes, values, and beliefs. Case management plans should be reviewed with the juvenile and/or their parent/guardian and updated, as needed, per department policy. (3-31-22)
07.
Collateral Contacts
. Juvenile probation officers should conduct collateral contacts and verify information about juvenile offenders that is important to the supervision process. (3-31-22)
08.
Documentation
. Juvenile probation officers should maintain timely and accurate records of each juvenile offender under supervision, consistent with the juvenile probation department policies. (3-31-22)
09.
Evidence Based/Best Practices and Programs
. Evidence-based/best practices and programs should be utilized to promote a greater likelihood of positive outcomes. (3-31-22)
10.
Collaboration with Community Partners
. Juvenile probation officers should collaborate with public and private agencies to assist juveniles and their families to obtain services and utilize community resources. These partners may include treatment providers, employment agencies, law enforcement, school systems, and other government and non-profit organizations. (3-31-22)
11.
Court Reports
. Reports should provide the Court pertinent information as well as sufficient detail regarding the risks and needs of the juvenile. (3-31-22)
a. Any recommendations contained in the report should address the needs of the juvenile including supervision, treatment, and other special conditions applicable based on the juvenile's risk. (3-31-22)
b. Information in reports should be verified to ensure accuracy and credibility of the information. (3-31-22)
c. Juvenile probation departments should have procedures to review and approve reports to ensure quality control and consistency. (3-31-22)
d. All reports should be filed in a timely manner as determined by the Court and department policies. (3-31-22)