Factors in the Needs Assessment - Texas Juvenile Justice Department
Factors in the Needs Assessment - Texas Juvenile Justice Department
Factors in the Needs Assessment - Texas Juvenile Justice Department
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Purpose of <strong>Needs</strong> <strong>Assessment</strong><br />
• The <strong>Needs</strong> <strong>Assessment</strong> identifies factors that, although<br />
not predictive of re-offense, target juveniles for more<br />
<strong>in</strong>tensive or specialized services<br />
• <strong>Assessment</strong> classifies <strong>the</strong> needs of <strong>the</strong> juvenile <strong>in</strong>to “Low”,<br />
“Medium” and “High”<br />
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