Under Probation’s guidance, assess the effectiveness of juvenile programs operated by community-based organizations under contract with the department. Collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data from approximately 12 community-based organizations receiving JJCPA, JPAF, YOBG, JJRBG, and other funding, including: Program dosage Demographics of clients served Relevant outcomes based on established performance measures Program strengths and challenges Client success stories Assist with the creation of surveys to collect data as needed Communicate directly with community-based organizations and provide technical assistance, including: Quality data collection Evidence-based assessment tools Under Probation’s guidance, produce two annual reports and develop presentation materials for the Juvenile Justice Coordinating Council (JJCC): Report 1: Focus on YOBG and JJRBG programs Report 2: Focus on JJCPA and JPAF programs Reports should be clear, easy to read, and aimed at the public, highlighting relevant data and outcomes to support data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement in juvenile services. Examples of past reports: Juvenile Justice Coordinating Council Annual Reports | County of San Mateo, CA 2.2. Local Action Plan (LAP) Development Serve as the department’s consultant for developing and drafting the County’s 2030-2035 Local Action Plan, outlining countywide strategies for addressing juvenile crime. The plan should include the following elements: Assessment of local resources serving at-risk youth and juvenile offenders Identification of high-risk areas in the community A collaborative and integrated juvenile justice action strategy Information-sharing strategies and performance measures Data systems assessment; including data tracking, accountability and oversight Optional elements such as target population and rehabilitation goals Identification of major challenges to implementation and recommendations for addressing them Collect stakeholder input as part of the LAP development process. Facilitate stage-setting listening sessions with the JJCC, Probation Leadership, and funded CBOs. Conduct interviews with stakeholders and service providers. Analyze and synthesize data. For reference, see link to the current LAP: https://www.smcgov.org/media/154312/download?inline= 2.3. Evaluation of Existing Resources Assessment of existing services for the Probation Department Divisions including, Juvenile Services, Institutions, Adult and Pretrial Services. Evaluation of resources targeted to the Probation Department’s clients and people at risk in the community including but not limited to programs for: Law enforcement and Probation Education Mental health Health Social Services Drugs and alcohol Batterers intervention Development and annual update of Probation’s Resources Guide for Youth and Their Families For reference, see link to the current resource guide: https://www.smcgov.org/probation/resource-guide-youth-and-their-families
