Crossposted from the DAJD newsletter

If you’ve ever visited the Juvenile Division at the Patricia H. Clark Children and Family Justice Center (CCFJC), you’ve probably overheard the many phone calls made by Alternatives to Secure Detention (ASD) staff, reminding youth on Electronic Home Monitoring about upcoming court dates and the need to charge their ankle bracelets.

However, ASD’s role stems far beyond just these friendly reminders. It is a complex system that requires an enormous amount of attention to detail, a deep understanding of the juvenile court system, a ton of patience and grace, conflict resolution skills, and much, much more. Read more.