Mental Health Juvenile Justice (MHJJ)
ILLINOIS
Connecting Youth to the Mental Health Support They Need
WHAT WE OFFER
Our MHJJ services are individualized to meet the unique needs of each youth and their family and may include:
INDIVIDUAL & FAMILY THERAPY
Youth and their families are connected with licensed therapists who provide services in the office, home, school, or community, wherever support is most effective
CASE MANAGEMENT
Coordinated services including assessments, medication management, specialized therapeutic support, and referrals as needed
COMMUNITY SUPPORT
Individualized assistance for youth and families, including help with probation requirements, education, employment, and linkage to needed community resources
The National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP) recognizes the critical importance of early intervention and supportive services when youth experience challenges at home, in school, within the juvenile court system, or in their communities.
The Mental Health Juvenile Justice (MHJJ) program provides youth with timely, accessible behavioral and mental health services delivered in the home, at school, or in community settings. Our dedicated, professional employees serve as advocates for youth and collaborative partners with the juvenile court system, working to support positive outcomes and long-term stability for youth and their families.
WHAT TO EXPECT '
MEET WITH YOUR NYAP LIAISON
Your Mental Health Liaison (MHL) will contact you to gather initial information and schedule a Family Team Meeting
ATTEND A FAMILY TEAM MEETING
The MHL, youth, and family work together to identify strengths and needs and create a treatment plan
RECEIVE CARE COORDINATED THROUGH NYAP
Your Case Manager connects you with the services you choose and coordinates ongoing support
ENSURE ALL NEEDS HAVE BEEN MET
Your NYAP team works with all your providers to determine when goals are met, and any potential next steps needed for success
THE MHJJ TEAM
The MENTAL HEALTH LIAISON contacts referred youth and families, typically within 24 hours, to assess strengths and needs and work with them to develop a treatment plan
The CASE MANAGER coordinates services and connects youth and families with needed support through NYAP and other community providers
