SERVICE

One or more organization-operated programs or activities that have a common general objective and deploy the organization's material and human resources in a planned and systematic manner. An organization that publicly promotes or identifies itself in writing as offering a service, is licensed to deliver a service, assigns personnel and/or space to a service, or allocates financial resources to a service is considered to offer that service.		  
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  CONNECTED

The means by which individuals access services that may or may not be provided by the organization itself. These terms are used interchangeably when individuals are connected to services either directly or by referral. See also LINKED.		  
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  ASSESSMENT

An evaluation, which utilizes professional expertise and skills in the collection and analysis of data to understand and describe the nature of service needs of an individual, family, or group. Assessment, as in needs assessment, is also used to determine priorities of program planning and service development for the organization as a whole. See also DIAGNOSIS.		  
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  QUALIFIED MEDICAL PRACTITIONER

See QUALIFIED PROFESSIONAL

  
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  CASE

A general term used to designate clients (including individuals, families, and groups) served by an organization for purposes of monitoring the provision of services. A foster care case is generally based on the placement of an individual child, although casework for the child may include services to the child's family. A child protective services case is based on an entire family household if a family assessment model is used; otherwise a case is defined as a child.		  
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  MEDICATION

A prescribed or over-the-counter drug that is injected, taken orally, applied topically, or otherwise administered.		  
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  LEGAL GUARDIAN

A person who has legal responsibility for the care and management of a person incapable of administering his/her own affairs. In the case of a minor child, the guardian is charged with the legal responsibility for the care and management of the child and of the minor child's estate.		  
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  PRACTICE

Established actions or ways of proceeding in the regular performance of organizational duties. Policies and procedures often guide practice.		  
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  PREVENTION

Actions taken to minimize and/or eliminate social, psychological, or other conditions. Prevention can occur at the individual, group, community, and societal levels and enhances opportunities to achieve positive fulfillment.		  
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  LINKED

The means by which individuals access services that may or may not be provided by the organization itself. These terms are used interchangeably when individuals are linked to services either directly or by referral. See also CONNECTED. 		 
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  PROGRAM

A system of services offered by an organization. For example, an organization providing a mental health service may offer several mental health programs to different populations, e.g., a mental health program for adolescent teens. The word "program" can be used interchangeably with the word "service" or to describe specific programs.		  
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  PERSONNEL

The body of employees and/or volunteers that carries out the organization's tasks under the organization's administration and/or supervision. This definition does not include foster parents who are specifically referenced in relevant standards		  
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PA-JJC 6: Health Services

 
Youth receive health services and guidance that promote good health and well-being.

PA-JJC 6.01

 

Youth receive a health assessment conducted by a qualified medical practitioner that includes:

  1. a health examination within seven days of admission; and
  2. a dental screening within seven days of admission, and a dental examination within sixty days of admission.
Note: Screenings for urgent risks and needs are addressed in PA-JJC 1.01.

PA-JJC 6.02

 
Youth receive services needed to address any health-related issues identified during the assessment and have access to ongoing health care, including sick call, by a qualified medical practitioner.

PA-JJC 6.03

 
In case of emergency, a physician or other qualified medical practitioner assumes 24-hour on-call medical responsibility.
Interpretation: It is permissible to use a local medical facility for emergency services, provided the agency has a written agreement with the facility.

PA-JJC 6.04

 
Health records include a written summary of the youth’s known medical history, including immunizations, operations, illnesses, prior reactions to medications, and allergies.
Interpretation: Copies of the medical history should be provided to youth or their legal guardians upon request.

PA-JJC 6.05

 
To promote physical health and development of healthful habits, youth are provided with nutritious meals and snacks, and engaged in adequate exercise.

PA-JJC 6.06

 

To promote their ability to maintain better health practices, youth receive appropriate support and education regarding:

  1. proper nutrition and exercise;
  2. personal hygiene;
  3. substance use and smoking;
  4. sexual development;
  5. prevention and treatment of diseases, including sexually transmitted diseases; and
  6. pregnancy prevention and responsible parenting.
NA The agency provides only detention services.

PA-JJC 6.07

 
Direct service workers promote good health habits and healthy living.

PA-JJC 6.08

 

Pregnant youth are provided or linked with specialized services that include, as appropriate:

  1. pregnancy counseling;
  2. prenatal health care;
  3. genetic risk identification and counseling services;
  4. fetal alcohol syndrome screening;
  5. labor and delivery services;
  6. postpartum care;
  7. pediatric care, including well-baby visits and immunizations; and
  8. children’s health insurance programs.
NA The agency does not serve pregnant youth.

PA-JJC 6.09

 

Pregnant youth are educated about the following prenatal health topics:

  1. fetal growth and development;
  2. the importance of prenatal care;
  3. nutrition and proper weight gain;
  4. appropriate exercise;
  5. medication use during pregnancy;
  6. effects of tobacco and substance use on fetal development;
  7. what to expect during labor and delivery; and
  8. benefits of breastfeeding.
Interpretation: These topics may be addressed by qualified medical personnel in the context of the prenatal health care referenced in PA-JJC 6.08.
NA The agency does not serve pregnant youth.
NA The agency provides only detention services.
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PURPOSE: Juvenile Justice Corrections Services promote public safety by helping youth overcome problems and develop the attitudes and skills needed to make responsible choices, avoid negative behaviors, and become productive, connected, and law-abiding citizens.

  
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