MCJAS-New Philadelphia Group Home

State Juvenile

Last Updated: March 28, 2024
Address
135 Second St, New Philadelphia, OH 44663
Beds
10
County
Tuscarawas
Phone
330-343-0150

MCJAS-New Phila is for State Juvenile offenders have not been sentenced yet and are detained here until their case is heard.

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The MCJAS-New Philadelphia Group Home is within the jurisdiction of the Ohio Department of Juvenile Justice located at 135 Second St, New Philadelphia, OH.

The facility provides supervision of youth in a safe, secure and humane environment. Services for youth include education, mental health, substance abuse, and health care. Medical and mental health are contracted services. Educational services are funded by the Ohio Department of Education through local school districts.

A typical day in secure detention would involve hygiene, meals, school, structured physical and educational activities, and court appearance as scheduled. The average length of stay in secure state detention is approximately 60 days.

The New Philadelphia Girls Group Home, situated in downtown New Philadelphia, Ohio, is a ten-bed facility licensed by The Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services. It caters to young ladies aged 12 to 17, and up to 21 years if mentally or physically handicapped, in temporary custody of Juvenile Courts or the Department of Jobs and Family Services, and is Title IV eligible. Its primary focus is meeting the individual physical, emotional, and social needs of residents, and reintegrating them into the community.

Gender-responsive programming tailored to each girl and her family seeks opportunities for reunification, foster care, or independent living. Residents engage in female-responsive services like the Girl's Circle, peer-group meetings, and individual counseling, fostering healthy lifestyles and independence. They receive guidance in self-esteem, life skills, addiction support, trauma counseling, domestic violence, victim assistance, and health awareness, while staff serve as positive role models.

Residents are encouraged to seek employment opportunities, with half of their pay allocated to savings and a quarter for court fines or restitution, fostering financial responsibility. Community programming includes Drug and Addiction Services Group, Alcohol Anonymous, and health, counseling, and recreational services linkage.

Education is provided through the New Philadelphia School System, with alternatives like the STAR Alternative Program or online schooling available. Vocational training options are offered through the Buckeye Career Center.

A Nurse facilitates access to medical, dental, and optical care, and residents can obtain the Ohio Medical Card for easier service access. Strong emphasis is placed on relationship improvement and maintenance with parents or guardians, with residents earning home visits for family reunification practice.

For community engagement, Administrator Lisa Green invites feedback at lmgreen@mcjas.org, aiming to foster positive community involvement with the young ladies.

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Visitation Information

Visitation at this state juvenile facility is restricted to immediate family members only, including mothers, fathers, sisters, and brothers. The visitation guidelines are stringent, and it is advisable to contact the facility staff to ascertain specific limitations. For information on visitation schedules, visiting room regulations, and other relevant details about your visit, please contact 330-343-0150. The facility staff will provide comprehensive guidance to ensure a smooth and compliant visitation experience.

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