PROGRAM EVALUATION JJCPA

The County of Riverside is seeking a vendor to conduct a large-scale program evaluation on programs funded through the Juvenile Justice Crime Prevention Act (JJCPA). The evaluation will focus on 21 county-wide Youth Accountability Teams (Y.A.T.) that work collaboratively in communities and schools throughout the county. The selected vendor will be responsible for conducting the evaluation and providing a report to the county. The contract was awarded to University Enterprise Corporation at California State University San Bernardino. Key aspects of the contract include: • The program evaluation will focus on delinquency prevention programs in assigned communities, incorporating two proven models: Community Based Probation and Services in support of local district Student Attendance Review Boards. • The Y.A.T. teams consist of probation officers, district attorneys, law enforcement agency representatives, and community-based organization paraprofessional counselors. • The evaluation will assess the effectiveness of the programs in reducing delinquency and improving outcomes for youth. • The selected vendor will be required to provide a comprehensive report to the county, including recommendations for future program improvements.