Project RESPECT is a joint offering of the Onondaga County Probation Department and New Justice Services, Inc. This pro-social skills training program is for adjudicated youth ages 12-16, along with a parent/guardian. The program is occurs in four-phases that last over a five-week period.
Phase I (Intake/Orientation):
This is an opportunity to introduce the requirements of the program to the youth. Topics covered include: class expectations, requirements, and guidelines. All referred youth will sign a participation agreement at this time.
Phase II (Training and Education):
This is an extensive and comprehensive training, which will total 15 hours extending the five week period for the youth. The adult will be involved in a similar training, which will total 5 hours over a five week period. The content covered during this time is, but not limited to:
- Conflict Resolution
- Communication Skills
- Anger Management
- Problem Solving
Awareness is created and skill developed through self-exploration, facilitated discussion, skill streaming, and role play.
Phase III (Optional Mediation Session):
The goal is for the youth and adult to establish an agreement around issues such as:
- Chores
- School Work
- Behavior
- Recreation
- Ect.
Phase IV (Follow-Up Assistance):
Understanding the transference of behavior is impossible without ongoing support, referrals and follow-up assistance will be provided.
Classes meet twice weekly from 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm and refreshments are served.
For more information, please contact your probation officer or contact New Justice Services at (315) 471-4676.
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