JJCM 7: Case Closing and Follow-Up
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Case closing is an orderly process, and follow-up assistance is available for youth who need help avoiding future delinquency.
Planning for case closing:
- is a clearly defined process;
- begins at intake; and
- involves the worker, the youth, a parent or legal guardian, and others, as appropriate.
A written summary of the supervision period is provided to the court and the public agency with jurisdiction over the youth, and includes an assessment of:
- any unmet needs;
- the degree to which goals were or were not achieved; and
- reasons for success or failure.
Upon case closing, the organization notifies any collaborating service providers.
Youth are provided with information about how to contact the organization in case they need support or emergency assistance to avoid future delinquency.