San Joaquin County Resources
San Joaquin County Behavioral Health Services
A passionate commitment to provide intensive and comprehensive mental health services to help families keep their children and youth safe and healthy, in school and out of trouble, in partnership with local public and private agencies in San Joaquin County.
Phone Number: (209) 468-8700
https://www.sjcbhs.org/children_and_youth.aspx
Juvenile Justice Support Services
Provides assessments, case management and psychiatric medication support. Services are provided in Juvenile Hall and in the community to juvenile wards.
Juvenile Justice Support Services
535 W. Mathews Rd.
French Camp CA 95231
(209)468-2385 Telephone Number
(209)468-8024 Fax Number
WorkStartYES
WorkStartYES was established in 2002 as a joint partnership between the San Joaquin County Office of Education and San Joaquin County WorkNet. Under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), WorkStartYES assists youth and young adults throughout San Joaquin County who face significant barriers to success in the labor market by providing resources and support to overcome those barriers and successfully transition to self-sufficient adulthood. WorkStartYES makes available the 14 WIOA programs elements focused around four major themes to eligible 16-24 year old.
(209) 468-9221
https://www.sjcoe.org/WorkStartYes/
Discovery Challenge Academy (DCA)
This program, a collaboration between the San Joaquin County Office of Education and the California National Guard, is for youth from ages 16 to 19 who have dropped out of high school, or are at risk for dropping out. The Probation Department has assigned a social worker to the site to work with the cadets living at the DCA campus and the graduates.
The program offers a highly-structured environment that promotes leadership, cooperation, and academic skills, while building self-esteem, pride, and confidence.
The program consists of a 22-week residential phase and a 12-month post-residential phase. The Social Worker works closely with students, mentors, parents, and faculty to ensure a positive and successful transition during the residential phase as well as after the cadet graduates and transitions to the next stage of their life.
700 Roth Rd, Lathrop, CA 95330
Phone Number: (844) 633-3301
Project 654
Project 654 is a joint program of the San Joaquin County Probation Department and San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE). Probation officers and probation assistants are stationed at various county ONE schools within the community. Their goal is to keep students in school and out of the juvenile justice system. Students attending the SJCOE Community School Program enter into a contract for a duration of six months provided that the students and parents are willing to participate in the program. The probation assistants monitor the student’s attendance and performance and make referrals to other agencies to meet the needs of the students and family.
Reconnect
Reconnect Day Reporting Center is a formal day reporting program that operates in partnership with the County Office of Education and local community-based organizations. At Reconnect, moderate-high to high-risk youth report daily for split day programming. Programming includes a combination of school based programming provided by the Office of Education and evidence based programming to reduce carcinogenic risk factors. A community based organization also provides case management and family support services to the youth assigned to the Reconnect program.
2922 Transworld Drive, Stockton, CA 95206
(209) 468-4800
https://www.sjcoe.org/oneReconnect/
Court for Individualized Treatment of Adolescents (CITA)
CITA is a specialized juvenile court that focuses on the special needs of youth with serious mental health illnesses and the community system that serves them. The target population are juveniles with serious mental illness that has contributed to their criminal activity or their failure of community based treatment efforts that have resulted in behaviors that are illegal, or dangerous to others. Each CITA client is assigned to the CITA Probation Officer, Clinician, and Behavioral Health Specialist. These three individuals team together to work with the client and their family to promote positive change, and assist in dealing with their mental health needs. In some circumstances the family may be assigned a parent partner to assist the parent or guardian during the time the youth is in the program.
New Law (SB 190) Pertaining to Juvenile Fees
Under new California law (SB190), counties cannot charge fees to parent and guardians with youth in the juvenile delinquency system beginning January 1, 2018. View attachment for more information.
Positive Youth Justice Initiative (PYJI)
The Positive Youth Justice Initiative is an innovative approach to transform California’s juvenile justice system. The focus is to improve the lives of crossover youth ― young people who have experienced documented neglect, abuse and/or trauma, have a history in the child welfare and foster care system, and who currently are engaged in the juvenile justice system.
Sierra Health Foundation
Reducing health disparities in Northern California, begin with strong visions.
https://www.sierrahealth.org/home
Victor
Since our founding over 47 years ago, Victor has maintained an unwavering commitment to transforming lives by going above and beyond in the delivery of excellent services to the children, families and adults who seek our assistance. This dedication to our purpose is mirrored in the responsibility we have to our staff to assist them in their growth and development as professionals. We work diligently to create a culture which is positive, supportive, and focused on continuous learning. This ideology and the pledge to hold ourselves accountable to our values [Teamwork, Excellence, Adaptability and Mission Driven (TEAM)] guide our decision making, policies and standards of conduct.
At Victor, it is all about relationships and results. Relationships are the focus at every level of the organization, with the families we serve, our employees, and the counties who seek our assistance. It is through these relationships that we achieve the greatest results in fulfilling our mission.
2495 W. March Lane #125 Stockton, CA 95207 United States
Phone Number: (209) 465-1080
https://www.victor.org/programs-by-location/San-Joaquin
Girls Moving On
Girls…Moving On™ is a comprehensive program that uses a number of complementary approaches such as relational theory, motivational interviewing and cognitive-behavioral intervention. We designed this program to provide girls and young women with alternatives to criminal activity by assisting them to identify and mobilize both personal and community resources.
Girls…Moving On™ consists of seven modules: two are delivered on an individual basis and five are delivered in a group setting. We have designed the program for continuous intake, so that new participants can enter the program at the beginning of each module.
Stanislaus County Resources
Center for Human Services
Listed below are various programs and skill workshops the Center for Human Services has to offer:
Counseling Program: Center for Human Services (CHS) provides counseling services to children (ages 5-21) and their families who have Medi-Cal. This includes case management and medications provided by a BHRS psychiatric. We also have a community clinic that provides counseling to individuals, couples, families and in group. The fees are determined by a sliding scale based on income and the number of household members. Proof of income is required. We also accept some private insurances and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
Center for Human Services; Community Counseling Clinic
2000 W. Briggsmore Avenue,. Suite 1, Modesto CA, 95350
(209) 526-1476
Hours: Monday- Thursday 8:00 AM-8:00 PM/Friday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
www.centerforhumanservices.org
Support Groups: CHS provides counseling for anxiety, depression and anger management. An assessment is required prior to attending any group.
- Eligibility: Must be 18 years of age or older
- Cost: Fees are determined by a sliding scale based on income and the number of household members
Call (209) 526-1476 for days and times
Anger Management: Learn where anger comes from, positive responses to angry feelings and management of power and control issues.
Open Group- Join at any time; Attend up to 16 weeks
Depression & Anxiety Skills: Learn about anxiety and depression and how to utilize positive coping techniques
Open Group- Join at any time
Drug and Alcohol Program: we have substance use treatment groups available for teenagers 12-17 years of age.
- Initial assessment and 12 group session
- No fee for services
**Drug and Alcohol program is also offered at the CHS-Oakdale Family Response and Counseling Center
631 West F Street, Oakdale, CA 95361; Thursday 2:30 PM-4:30 PM
Workforce Development: We offer Workforce Development employment services to adults receiving CalWORKS cash aid who live in communities on the east and west side of Stanislaus County. We provide an opportunity for adults seeking employment who need access to services where they live, to eliminate travel as a barrier to participating in the program. If you have eligible clients residing in these communities, please refer them to us. Services include:
- Job Readiness Training
- Community Services Placement Plus
- Engagement/Supportive Services and Father Involvement Activities.
Contact us for more information or to make a referral. Eastside: (209) 322-3673/Westside: (209) 342-1800
We are serve the following communities in Stanislaus County:
Westside: Newman, Patterson, Crows Landing, Westly, Grayson
Eastside: Oakdale, Riverbank, Waterford, Knights Ferry, Valley Home
Pathways: offers free apartments and supportive services to young adults who are or may become homeless.
- Housing for up to 24 months
- Ongoing supportive services
- Case management
- Mentoring and life skills classes
- After care services
Eligibility: Young adults (ages 18-24) who are low income and homeless.
Cost: There is no cost for services. However, residents are held financially responsible for any damage or loss property.
Requirements:
- Obtain and maintain employment
- Regularly meet with case manager
- Contribute to saving account
- Keep apartment clean
- Abide by established rules and policies
Contact:
Pathways
608 E. Granger Ave., Unit 25, Modesto, CA 95350
(209) 526-3809
Discovery Challenge Academy (DCA)
This program, a collaboration between the San Joaquin County Office of Education and the California National Guard, is for youth from ages 16 to 19 who have dropped out of high school, or are at risk for dropping out. The Probation Department has assigned a social worker to the site to work with the cadets living at the DCA campus and the graduates.
The program offers a highly-structured environment that promotes leadership, cooperation, and academic skills, while building self-esteem, pride, and confidence.
The program consists of a 22-week residential phase and a 12-month post-residential phase. The Social Worker works closely with students, mentors, parents, and faculty to ensure a positive and successful transition during the residential phase as well as after the cadet graduates and transitions to the next stage of their life.
700 Roth Rd, Lathrop, CA 95330
Phone Number: (844) 633-330
Girls Advisory Council
Girls Advisory Council (GAC) serves female youth in Stanislaus County ages 12 and above whom are in junior high school and high school. GAC uses collaboration and resources through volunteer opportunities, as well as our annual main event, the #SHETOO female empowerment conference. Our collaborations have been a vital part of our council, which include youth, community members, and agencies within the county. The resources we offer range from help with employment, human trafficking, sexual assault, family support, teen drop-in centers, domestic violence, mentorship, and so much more.
Girls Advisory Council Faciliators:
Amy Solis
(209) 525-4512/solisa@stanpro.org
Renee Flores
(209) 585-5375/rflora@centerforhumanservices.org
LIFE Path
To empower and create hope for our culturally diverse transitional age youth and adults (ages 14-25) experiencing early symptoms of psychosis to continue on their life path through effective treatment, support and connection. Life path consists of mobile team members and can meet with the family at home, school, and additional community locations
LIFE Path goals:
- Increase mental health education for families, individuals, and community
- Outreach
- Early intervention through intensive supports
- Crisis and relapse intervention
- Lasting independence for youth experiencing early symptoms of psychosis
- Family empowerment through educational and therapeutic support
Call the LIFE Path team for a consultation and to make a referral: (209) 312-9580.
Hutton House
Hutton House is a resource center for adolescents and their families offering counseling, information and referrals, safe shelter and support services for youth and families in Stanislaus County, as well as runaways from other counties and states.
Eligibility
- Youth ages 13-17 who are runaways, homeless, in crisis or in danger of being “pushed out” of their home.
- Parental permission required for residential services
- No fees
201 Jennie Street, Modesto, CA 95350
Phone Number: (209) 526-1623/24 Hour Crisis Line: (209) 526-5544
Come Back Kids
The Stanislaus County Office of Education proudly offers a high school program for adults (ages 18 and above) who want to come back to complete their education. If you want to attend college, technical school, or enter the work force but have found that not having a high school diploma has stopped you…COME BACK to continue earning your high school diploma! We offer a rigorous high school academic program that is flexible, customized, and focused on areas of need to help you successfully earn a diploma. Following a community college model, students are enrolled in courses according to identified individual areas of need. Choice courses are available online and all courses offer support classes with small groups or one on one with a teacher.
Come Back Kids Offer:
- Individualized learning plans with a mix of online course work, class room instruction, and career readiness seminars and presentations
- An independent study format with flexible hours to accommodate work and day care responsibilities
- Referral to appropriate support services
- Opportunities for internships, apprenticeship programs, and job placement through community partnerships
1325 H Street Suite B, Modesto, CA 95354 (209) 238-8650
Project YES
Designed to serve opportunity youth in achieving employment, academic, and overall life success. We are a federally funded program under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) designed to help economically disadvantaged youth overcome barriers to achieving academic and personal success, as well as to find employment.
We serve youth, between 17-24, residing in Stanislaus County in need of assistance along the lines of finding employment, getting into school, filling out an application, getting a driver’s license, covering funds for vocational education, etc. Project YES is here to provide, guide, and support youth in all the ways necessary for their sole vision of success to become more achievable and less of an obstacle.
We have a long history of working with the most At-Risk-Youth in Stanislaus County. We provide a very comprehensive approach to assisting youth become successful in work and in their educational endeavors. We have a great knowledge base of working with employers utilizing paid and non-paid work experience in order to teach youth the skills necessary to retain employment.
Main Office: 4295 Central Avenue, Ceres, CA 95307
Secondary Officer: 1222 J Street, Modesto, CA 95354
Phone Number: (209) 556-1558
Federal Resource
Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA)
Judicial Officers Should Assess Early whether the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) Applies
The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) is a federal law that established minimum standards relating to the treatment and placement of Indian children. Congress passed ICWA after finding “that an alarmingly high percentage of Indian families are broken up by the removal, often unwarranted, of their children from them by non-tribal public and private agencies and that an alarmingly high percentage of such children are placed in non-Indian foster and adoptive homes and institutions.”
ICWA protects Indian children’s interests by, among other things, ensuring that when an out of home placement is deemed necessary, the setting chosen reflects Indian values and culture. Although ICWA does not cover most juvenile delinquency proceedings, ICWA does apply to status offense cases.
For More Information Contact Coalition for Juvenile Justice at (202) 467-0864
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