N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 9 §§ 180-3.12

Current through Register Vol. 46, No. 53, December 31, 2024

Section 180-3.12 - Behavioral Support System

(a) A specialized secure detention facility shall have a policy and procedures approved by OCFS for managing youth behavior. Such policy and procedures shall:

(1) be strengths-based and grounded in principles of youth intellectual development;

(2) support positive youth development and social learning;

(3) take into account individual developmental needs and trauma;

(4) set clear expectations for youth behavior; and

(5) set clear expectations for fair and proportionate responses by staff and administrators.

(b) All youth in the facility will be provided with written information regarding the facility's behavioral support and intervention system. The information shall be written in youth-friendly language at a reading level not higher than sixth (6^th) grade. The information shall be provided to youth during the orientation process.

N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 9 §§ 180-3.12

Adopted New York State Register July 25, 2018/Volume XL, Issue 30, eff. 7/25/2018