Applying an Adolescent Wellbeing Focus in Juvenile Justice Assessment and Treatment Planning

Title: Applying an Adolescent Wellbeing Focus in Juvenile Justice Assessment and Treatment Planning

Date Recorded: Thursday, December 18th, 2014

Description: This webinar will introduce the Five Domains of Wellbeing, a universal Framework developed by the Full Frame Initiative (FFI) that helps put kids and families at the center and supports making lasting changes. Learn about how a focus on wellbeing is being applied effectively in Missouri’s juvenile justice system at assessment, treatment and practice levels. FFI and Missouri Division of Youth Services will also share how this strong partnership to integrate the Five Domains of Wellbeing supports sustainable systems change and better treatment outcomes.

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand that wellbeing is an evidence-based philosophy that addresses current challenges and builds protective factors to support lasting change
  • Be introduced to the Five Domains of Wellbeing Framework and learn about its adaptations in the context of adolescent development
  • Explore Missouri’s juvenile justice system’s application of the Framework
  • Understand the key elements of the effective collaboration that enabled deep and sustainable systems change

Presenters:

  • Katya Fels Smyth, CEO and Founder, Full Frame Initiative
  • Phyllis Becker, Acting Director, Missouri Division of Youth Services

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