In order to reduce violence throughout the Southside of Chicago, The Greater Roseland Collation proposes the Bounce Back 2 Life Bridge Program, which is designed to provide high risk youth with the tools needed to become a successful contributor into their community. The program combines cognitive behavioral therapy, workforce development, and intensive case management, addressing the many needs of high risk youth in Chicago including life and problem-solving skills, employment, educational attainment, exposure to violence and trauma. The purpose of the Workforce Bridges Program is to train justice-involved youth so that they are qualified to enter the Workforce with an industry recognized skill once they have completed the program.
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GRC shall work to reduce risk factors for violence and improve outcomes. The overall focus will be on enhancing participants' functioning and behavior and fostering behaviors that contribute to positive outcomes in society. GRC offers a safe, supportive and encouraging environment that encourages trust, bonding, and connection. The staff of GRC will be trained to take into account the population being served with consideration to parity, economic challenges and cultural values.
Once enrolled into the program, the Counselors/Case Managers will meet with each youth and develop and Individualized Service Plan (ISP), which focuses on the needs and goals of each youth. This ISP will focus on mental health, substance use, soft skills, workforce development, housing, education, and criminogenic needs. Throughout the duration of the program, the Counselors/Case Managers will focus on addressing the needs and personal goals set forth in the ISP, addressing critical reentry needs and establishing and strengthening a collaborative approach to helping the client realize their potential to succeed. The ISP will be continually updated throughout the ?? weeks of the program, ensuring that both GRC and
GRC’s Bounce Back 2 Life …show more content…
GRC shall work to reduce risk factors for violence and improve outcomes. The overall focus will be on enhancing participants' functioning and behavior and fostering behaviors that contribute to positive outcomes in society. GRC offers a safe, supportive and encouraging environment that encourages trust, bonding, and connection. The staff of GRC will be trained to take into account the population being served with consideration to parity, economic challenges and cultural values.
Once enrolled into the program, the Counselors/Case Managers will meet with each youth and develop and Individualized Service Plan (ISP), which focuses on the needs and goals of each youth. This ISP will focus on mental health, substance use, soft skills, workforce development, housing, education, and criminogenic needs. Throughout the duration of the program, the Counselors/Case Managers will focus on addressing the needs and personal goals set forth in the ISP, addressing critical reentry needs and establishing and strengthening a collaborative approach to helping the client realize their potential to succeed. The ISP will be continually updated throughout the ?? weeks of the program, ensuring that both GRC and