youth programs

CONSULTING

BOYS RANCH START-UP PROGRAMS

Here you can see an outline of the Boys Ranch Programs consulting manual. This includes most topics covered for the full program.

Consulting can be done on each topic as a stand-alone program if you are already running a Boys/girls Ranch Program and only need help in one or more topics and not the entire set-up Program.

The program manuals can be purchased excluding the personal consulting for a reduced price.

However: This is NOT recommended for the beginning of a new children’s program. The level system that I developed over many years is written to help you start your ranch program and make it a success in the beginning.

For information on cost, contact Dr. Rene’ Monroe using the above information. We will be adding online ordering and payment in the future.

1. PROGRAM STATEMENT

A group home “Program” is defined as a unique combination of services to a specific population of children in one or more licensed group home facilities.

WE DO NOT WRITE PROGRAMS FOR BOOT CAMPS FOR CHILDREN.

2. INTRODUCTORY OUTLINE

This concept offers a program based on the most professional and current principles, creating an environment, which affords the opportunity to provide wide variety of growth and learning experiences.

The incentives for youth in the program are provided in a level system that approximates the natural community system. The amount and quality of the rewards and privileges are determined by the amount and quality of personal achievement and responsibility assumed by the individual.

3. THE POLICY AND PROCEDURES MANUAL

This is a must to have in your office, and includes everything from proper Documentation Policy of systematic and descriptive record of the resident’s behavior and progress in targeted areas. Record keeping, the right way, protects you and your children’s program.

Another important area is the Physical restraint Policy and Procedure. Part of the on-site training program that is offered through Constructive Youth of America involves the right way and the legal way to control a resident.

4. FORMS

There are some fifty forms including medical/physical screening forms, include report forms, house parent forms, certificate of residence and authorization to enroll in school forms for documenting specialized training.

5. ORGANIZATION CHART

Organization chart lays out your staffing as to requirement and houses involved. (Most children’s ranches have more than one house.)

6. STAFF REQUIREMENTS AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS

A must for your program. This area can range anywhere from two to ten page depending on your program needs.

7. STAFF RULES AND REGULATIONS

Protection, discipline, recreation, employee grievances, grounds for dismissal, termination of employment, and safety training are just a few covered in this section.

8. RESIDENT RULES AND REGULATIONS (A must for a children’s ranch program)

Just a few of the Resident Rules & Regulations are visitor restrictions, assuming responsibility, group session, recreation, and living with other residents.

9. PARTICIPATION

Orientation consisting of one-on-one with the director and resident: The participation section is approximately 15 to pages long, depending on the type of program you choose.

10. IN-SERVICE STAFF TRAINING

• Outline of lecture, format/discussion

Includes high stress situation responses, dealing with anger, illicit substance procedures, and community liaisons.

• Group Therapy

Includes admission of residents, residents and group sessions, residents and individual counseling and expectation of therapy sessions.

• Evaluation Process

Includes evaluation guidelines for staff performance and probation period discussion.

• Staff Input

Includes how staff members feel about expected and assigned duties and determines what if any further training is required.

• Utilization of community resources

Assessment of community resources for use by the staff

Contact information;
Dr. Rene’ Monroe, youthamerica@sbcglobal.net, 806-678-1591