7117 Humboldt Probation (2023-2024 inspection cycle)

January 18, 2024 Coral Sanders, Chief of Probation Humboldt County Probation Department 2002 Harrison Street Eureka, CA 95501 2023-2024 COMPREHENSIVE INSPECTION, WELFARE & INSTITUTIONS CODE SECTIONS 209 & 885, HUMBOLDT COUNTY PROBATION DEPARTMENT DETENTION FACILITIES Dear Chief Sanders: The 2023-2024 Comprehensive Inspection of the Humboldt County Probation Department has been completed. A pre-inspection briefing was held on Friday, April 7, 2023, and the following facilities were inspected between Tuesday, July 18, 2023 and Friday, July 21, 2023: FACILITY NAME BSCC # FACILITY TYPE Humboldt County Juvenile Hall 7116 JH Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility 7117 SYTF These inspections were conducted pursuant to Welfare and Institutions Code Sections 209 and 885 to determine compliance with the Minimum Standards for Juvenile Detention Facilities as outlined in Titles 15 and 24, California Code of Regulations. In addition, Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) staff conducted compliance monitoring pursuant to Welfare and Institutions Code Sections 209(f) and the federal Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act (JJDPA) requirements for separation between juveniles and adults. In addition to the annual inspection, Title 15, Section 1313, and its authorizing statute require annual inspections conducted by a local Health Officer, fire authority having jurisdiction, county building inspection by an agency designated by the County Board of Supervisors, County Superintendent of Schools, Juvenile Court, and Juvenile Justice Commission. The results of those inspections are considered a part of this report. INSPECTION RESULTS We identified no items of noncompliance with Title 15 Minimum Standards. Refer to the attached Title 15 Procedures Checklist for detailed information. No items of noncompliance were identified with Title 24 Minimum Standards. Refer to the Physical Plant Evaluation (PHY) and Living Area Space Evaluation (LASE) attachments for information related to Rated Capacity. Coral Sanders Chief of Probation Page 2 Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act Compliance Monitoring No violations of the JJDPA have been identified, and no areas of noncompliance were noted. An Exit Briefing with your staff was held on Friday, July 21, 2023; BSCC staff presented an inspection overview and discussed technical assistance and best practice recommendations. * * * Please email me at forrest.coleman@bscc.ca.gov or call (916) 508-7559 if you have any questions. Sincerely, FORREST COLEMAN Field Representative Facilities Standards and Operations Division Enclosures Cc: Presiding Judge, Humboldt County Juvenile Court* Chair, Juvenile Justice Commission, Humboldt County* Chair, Board of Supervisors, Humboldt County* County Administrator, Humboldt County* Ray Watson, Director - Humboldt County Probation Department *Copies of the inspection are available upon request or online at www.bscc.ca.gov. 7116 + 7117 Humboldt Juvenile Hall JH SYTF LTR 23-24 JUVENILE HALLS, SPECIAL PURPOSE JUVENILE HALLS AND CAMPS Board of State and Community Corrections PROCEDURES CHECKLIST1 BSCC Code: 7116 FACILITY NAME: Humboldt County Juvenile Hall (HCJH) FACILITY TYPE: JH PERSON(S) INTERVIEWED: Coral Sanders, Chief Probation Officer; Ray Watson, Division Director; Dayna Wilcox, Probation Manager; Jason Beam, Probation Manager; Felicia Doherty, Program Manager - Humboldt County Office of Education; Fiona McSkane-Beers, Registered Nurse - Wellpath Services; Marion Vasilevich, Supervising Clinician - Humboldt County Health and Human Services; Andy Hopkins, Supervising JCO; Beth Bailey, Food Services Supervisor; Maurice Purify, Juvenile Corrections Officer; Male youth age 17 (out of County); Male youth age 17; random youth during physical walk-through inspection. FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Forrest Coleman DATE: July 18, 2023 through July 21, 2023 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1313 COUNTY INSPECTION AND EVALUATION This inspection was conducted seven OF BUILDING AND GROUNDS months into the 2023-2024 inspection cycle. BSCC staff requested that the Humboldt On an annual basis, or as otherwise required by law, County Juvenile Hall (HCJH) provide all each juvenile facility administrator shall obtain a "County Inspections and Evaluation of documented inspection and evaluation from the Grounds" inspection reports that occurred following: within a year of their prior November 10, 2021, inspection date to the current inspection date. All proceeding inspection reports will be forwarded to the BSCC upon completion. (A) County building inspection by agency designated by 2022: the Board of Supervisors to approve building safety; Inspected on November 15, 2022, and completed by John Beckman, Building ☐ Inspector. ☒ ☐ 2023: Evaluated on December 13, 2023. Report pending. (B) Fire authority having jurisdiction, including a fire 2022: clearance as required by Health and Safety Code Inspected on November 16, 2022, and Section 13146.1 (a) and (b); completed by William Reynolds, Fire ☐ ☐ Prevention Bureau. ☒ 2023: Inspected on December 6, 2023. Report pending. 1 This document is intended for use as a tool during the inspection process; this worksheet may not contain each Title 15 regulation that is required. Additionally, many regulations on this worksheet are SUMMARIES of the regulation; the text on this worksheet may not contain the entire text of the actual regulation. Please refer to the complete California Code of Regulations, Title 15, Minimum Standards for Local Facilities, Division 1, Chapter 1, Subchapter 5 for the complete list and text of regulations. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 1 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (C) Local health officer, inspection in accordance with 2023: Health and Safety Code Section 101045; Environmental Health: Inspected on November 17, 2023, and completed by Morgan Cook, REHS; Ree Stevens, REHS. ☐ ☐ ☒ Medical: Inspected on November 29, 2023, and completed by Candy Stockton, MD. Nutrition: Inspected on September 28, 2023, and completed by Melissa S. Morriss, MS, RDN, Public Health Nutritionist. (D) County superintendent of schools on the adequacy 2022: of educational services and facilities as required in Evaluated on September 2, 2022, and ☐ ☐ Section 1370; ☒ completed by Gayle Conway Director of Student Services Northern Humboldt Union High School District. (E) Juvenile court as required by Section 209 of the 2022: Welfare and Institutions Code Inspected on December 13, 2022, and completed by Honorable Judge Joyce ☐ ☐ Hinrichs. ☒ 2023: Inspected on December 6, 2023. Report pending. (F) Juvenile Justice Commission as required by Section 2022: 229 of the Welfare and Institutions Code or Probation Inspected on November 10th, 29th, December Commission as required by Section 240 of the 3rd of 2022, and completed by JJC Welfare and Institutions Code. Commissioners Kelsey Reedy, Lisa ☐ ☐ Sanderson, Mark Taylor, Madison Flynn, and ☒ Steve Schaening. 2023: Inspected on December 18, 2023. Report pending. 1320 APPOINTMENT AND QUALIFICATIONS 100.05 B, Staffing Personnel and Training BSCC Note: Compliance with this section is determined by receipt of the Chief Probation Officer’s The elements of this regulation are certification letter confirming that all elements of confirmed in an Appointment and Qualification Letter completed by Chief regulation are met. Probation Officer (CPO) Coral Sanders, (a) Appointment ☐ ☐ dated July 20, 2023. ☒ In each juvenile facility there shall be a superintendent, director or facility manager in charge of its program and employees. Such superintendent, director, facility manager and other employees of the facility shall be appointed by the facility administrator pursuant to applicable provisions of law. (b) Employee Qualifications Each facility shall: (1) recruit and hire employees who possess 100.05 B, 1 Staffing Personnel and Training knowledge, skills and abilities appropriate to The elements of this regulation are their job classification and duties in accordance ☒ ☐ ☐ confirmed in the CPO Appointment and with applicable civil service or merit system Qualification Letter. rules; (2) require a medical evaluation and physical 100.05 B, 2 Staffing Personnel and Training examination including tuberculosis screening The elements of this regulation are test and evaluation for immunity to contagious ☒ ☐ ☐ confirmed in the CPO Appointment and illnesses of childhood (i.e., diphtheria, rubeola, Qualification Letter. rubella, and mumps); 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 2 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (3) adhere to the minimum standards for the 100.05 B Staffing Personnel and Training selection and training requirements adopted by ☒ ☐ ☐ The elements of this regulation are the Board pursuant to Section 6035 of the Penal confirmed in the CPO Appointment and Code; and Qualification Letter. (4) conduct a criminal records review, on each new 100.05 B, 3 and 4 Staffing Personnel and employee, and psychological examination in ☒ ☐ ☐ Training accordance with Section 1031 et seq. of the Government Code. (c) Contract personnel, volunteers, and other non- 100.05 B, 3 and 4; 100.05 B-V; 100.05C employees of the facility, who may be present at the 1401 VII-D Staffing Personnel and Training facility, shall have such clearance and qualifications ☒ ☐ ☐ as may be required by law, and their presence at the Ancillary support staff are provided safety and security orientations specific to their facility shall be subject to the approval and control of role/function within the facility. the facility manager. 1321 STAFFING Each juvenile facility shall: a) have an adequate number of personnel sufficient to 100.05 A, Staffing Personnel and Training carry out the overall facility operation and its programming, to provide for safety and security of We reviewed the above policies and youth and staff, and meet established standards and procedures, as well as the agency’s Organization Chart, random weekly staff regulations; schedules, and the daily unit schedule covering two consecutive weeks in April, May, and June of 2023. In addition, we made personal observations. ☒ ☐ ☐ • 1 Detention Services Director • 2 Program Managers • 5 Supervising Juvenile Corrections Officer (SJCO) • 3 Senior Juvenile Corrections Officer • 8 Full-time Juvenile Corrections Officer I/I There is a Probation Officer assigned to the facility to assist with case plans, releases, MDT/Treatment Team meetings, and programming. b) ensure that no required services shall be denied 100.05 A, 6, Staffing Personnel and Training because of insufficient numbers of staff on duty absent exigent circumstances; Through our review of the above policy, visual observations, a review of work ☒ ☐ ☐ schedules for April, May, and June of 2023, as well as a review of the unit programming documentation, BSCC staff determined that HCJH regularly ensures that the staffing levels are adequate. c) have a sufficient number of supervisory level staff to 100.05 A, 4 Staffing Personnel and Training ensure adequate supervision of all staff members; Sufficient supervisory-level staffing is always ☒ ☐ ☐ on duty. The facility is budgeted for a Detention Services Director (Superintendent), two Program Managers, and five Supervising Juvenile Corrections Officers. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 3 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS d) have a clearly identified person on duty at all times 100.05 A, 3 Staffing Personnel and Training who is responsible for operations and activities and ☒ ☐ ☐ has completed the Juvenile Corrections Officer Core Course and PC 832 training; e) have at least one staff member present on each 100.05 A, 1 Staffing Personnel and Training living unit whenever there are youth in the living unit; Through personal observations, as well as ☒ ☐ ☐ through interviews with staff and youth housed at the facility, HCJH regularly ensures that there is always a staff present in the unit or where a youth is present. Youth are never left unsupervised. f) have sufficient food service personnel relative to the 100.05 A, 5 Staffing Personnel and Training number and security of living units, including staff qualified and available to: plan menus meeting • 1 Food Services Supervisor nutritional requirements of youth; provide kitchen • 2 Full-time Cooks supervision; direct food preparation and servings; ☒ ☐ ☐ • 1 Extra Help Cook conduct related training programs for culinary staff; HCJH meets Title 15 Minimum standards for and maintain necessary records; or, a facility may the elements of this regulation. serve food that meets nutritional standards prepared by an outside source; g) have sufficient administrative, clerical, recreational, 100.05 A, 5 Staffing Personnel and Training medical, dental, mental health, building maintenance, transportation, control room, facility BSCC staff interviewed medical services security and other support staff for the efficient personnel, education services, and detention management of the facility, and to ensure that youth ☒ ☐ ☐ staff. We also made personal observations over the course of the inspection week. The supervision staff shall not be diverted from agency is fortunate to have such a base of supervising youth; and, collaborative partners and support staff working together for the continuum of care for youth at the facility. h) assign sufficient youth supervision staff to provide 100.05 A, Staffing Personnel and Training continuous wide-awake supervision of youth, subject to temporary variations in staff assignments to meet BSCC staff interviewed detention staff and special program needs. Staffing shall be in reviewed housing unit logs, programming ☒ ☐ ☐ schedules, and employee daily schedules. compliance with a minimum youth-staff ratio for the The Humboldt County JH regularly provides following facility types: youth supervision staffing levels that enable the facility to meet the minimum standards for this regulation. (1) Juvenile Halls (minimum youth-staff ratio) 100.05 A, 1, Staffing Personnel and Training (A) during the hours that youth are awake, one wide- awake youth supervision staff member on duty for Through documentation review, personal each 10 youth in detention; observations, as well as interviews with youth and detention staff, and a review of safety check logs, the facility regularly ☒ ☐ ☐ ensures that there is one wide-awake youth supervision staff member on duty for each of the 10 youths in detention. At the time of this inspection, there were eight youths in the juvenile hall detention facility (#7116). (B) during the hours that youth are confined to their 100.05 A, 1 Staffing Personnel and Training room for the purpose of sleeping, one wide-awake ☒ ☐ ☐ youth supervision staff member on duty for each 30 youth in detention; 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 4 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (C) at least two wide-awake youth supervision staff 100.05 A, 2 Staffing Personnel and Training members on duty at all times, regardless of the number of youth in detention, unless an In a review of the housing unit log, Safety ☒ ☐ ☐ arrangement has been made for backup support Check documentation, and daily schedules, HCJH ensures at least two wide-awake services which allow for immediate response to youth supervision staff members are always emergencies; and, on duty. (D) at least one youth supervision staff member on duty 100.05 A, 2 Staffing Personnel and Training who is the same gender as youth housed in the facility. ☒ ☐ ☐ According to shift schedules, housing unit logs, visual observations, and interviews with staff and youth, there is always a male and female youth supervision staff in the facility. (E) personnel with primary responsibility for other duties 100.05 A, 5 Staffing Personnel and Training such as administration, supervision of personnel, academic or trade instruction, clerical, kitchen or Only youth supervision staff provide ☒ ☐ ☐ maintenance shall not be classified as youth supervision of the youth. supervision staff positions. Non-sworn staff are not part of the designated youth supervision staff. (2) Special Purpose Juvenile Halls (minimum The Humboldt County Juvenile Hall is not a youth-staff ratio) Special Purpose Juvenile Hall. The below (A) during hours that youth are awake, one wide-awake ☒ ☐ ☐ Sections A through E is not applicable to this youth supervision staff member is on duty for each facility. 10 youth in detention; (B) during the hours that youth are confined to their room for the purpose of sleeping, one wide-awake youth ☐ ☐ ☒ supervision staff member on duty for each 30 youth in detention; (C) at least two wide-awake youth supervision staff members on duty at all times, regardless of the ☐ ☐ ☒ number of youth in detention, unless an arrangement has been made for backup support services which allow for immediate response to emergencies; and, (D) at least one youth supervision staff member on duty ☐ ☐ ☒ who is the same gender as youth housed in the facility. (E) personnel with primary responsibility for other duties such as administration, supervision of personnel, ☐ ☐ ☒ academic or trade instruction, clerical, kitchen or maintenance shall not be classified as youth supervision staff positions. (3) Camps (minimum youth -staff ratio) The Humboldt County Juvenile Hall is not a (A) during the hours that youth are awake, one wide- ☐ ☐ ☒ Camp. Therefore, the below camp Sections awake youth supervision staff member on duty for A through F is not applicable to this facility each 15 youth in the camp population; inspection report. (B) during the hours that youth are confined to their room for the purpose of sleeping, one wide-awake youth ☐ ☐ ☒ supervision staff member on duty for each 30 youth present in the facility; (C) at least two wide-awake youth supervision staff members on duty at all times, regardless of the ☐ ☐ ☒ number of youth in residence, unless arrangements have been made for backup support services which allow for immediate response to emergencies; 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 5 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (D) at least one youth supervision staff member on duty ☐ ☐ ☒ who is the same gender as youth housed in the facility; (E) in addition to the minimum staff to youth ratio required in (h)(3)(A)-(B), consideration shall be given to the size, design, and location of the camp; types of youth committed to the camp; and the function of ☐ ☐ ☒ the camp in determining the level of supervision necessary to maintain the safety and welfare of youth and staff; (F) personnel with primary responsibility for other duties such as administration, supervision of personnel, academic or trade instruction, clerical, farm, forestry, ☐ ☐ ☒ kitchen or maintenance shall not be classified as youth supervision staff positions. 1322 YOUTH SUPERVISION STAFF 100.05 C Staffing Personnel and Training ORIENTATION AND TRAINING The elements of this regulation are (a) Prior to assuming any responsibilities each youth confirmed in the Humboldt County Chief Probation Officer’s (CPO) Appointment and supervision staff member shall be properly oriented Qualifications Letter provided by CPO Coral to their duties, including: Sanders, dated July 20, 2023. The letter certifies that HCJH detention counselors ☒ ☐ ☐ have been appointed within the applicable provisions of law. According to the Board of State and Community Corrections’ Standards and Training for Corrections (STC) Division, Humboldt County JH meets Title 15 minimum standards regarding staff training and orientation. (1) youth supervision duties; 100.05 C, II-a Staffing Personnel and Training The elements of this regulation are identified ☒ ☐ ☐ and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’s Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. (2) scope of decisions they shall make; 100.05 C, II-b Staffing Personnel and Training The elements of this regulation are identified ☒ ☐ ☐ and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’ Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. (3) the identity of their supervisor; 100.05 C, II-c Staffing Personnel and Training ☒ ☐ ☐ The elements of this regulation are identified in the HCJH training procedure. (4) the identity of persons who are responsible to 100.05 C, II-d Staffing Personnel and Training them; Every Juvenile Corrections Officer (JCO) ☒ ☐ ☐ receives 40 hours of orientation and training that includes this section of the regulation. (5) persons to contact for decisions that are beyond 100.05 C, II-e Staffing Personnel and Training ☒ ☐ ☐ their responsibility; and 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 6 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (6) ethical responsibilities. 100.05 C, II-f Staffing Personnel and Training ☒ ☐ ☐ Every Juvenile Corrections Officer (JCO) receives 40 hours of orientation and training that includes this section of the regulation. (b) Prior to assuming any responsibility for the 100.05 C, II Staffing Personnel and Training supervision of youth, each youth supervision staff *Reference Page 4 of this policy. member shall receive a minimum of 40 hours of facility-specific orientation, including: The elements of this regulation are identified in and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’s Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. ☒ ☐ ☐ Humboldt County provides 40 hours of facility-specific training, including training for Culturally Relevant/Gender Responsive approaches. Each year, staff receive a block of training related to trauma, defensive tactics, fire/life safety, and first aid/CPR. (1) individual and group supervision techniques; ☒ ☐ ☐ 100.05 C, II-a Staffing Personnel and Training (2) regulations and policies relating to discipline and 100.05 C, II-b, Staffing Personnel and Training rights of youth pursuant to law and the provisions of this chapter; The elements of this regulation are identified in ☒ ☐ ☐ and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’s Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. (3) basic health, sanitation and safety measures; ☒ ☐ ☐ 100.05 C, II-c Staffing Personnel and Training (4) suicide prevention and response to suicide 100.05 C, II-d Staffing Personnel and Training attempts The elements of this regulation are identified in and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’ Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated ☒ ☐ ☐ July 20, 2023. In addition, detention staff receive suicide prevention training as part of their annual training program. (5) policies regarding use of force, de-escalation 100.05 C, II-e Staffing Personnel and Training techniques, chemical agents, mechanical and physical restraints; ☒ ☐ ☐ Youth Supervision staff are required to sign acknowledging a review and understanding of policy and procedures. (6) review of policies and procedures referencing 100.05 C, II-f Staffing Personnel and Training ☒ ☐ ☐ trauma and trauma-informed approaches; (7) procedures to follow in the event of 100.05 C, II-g Staffing Personnel and Training ☒ ☐ ☐ emergencies; (8) routine security measures, including facility 100.05 C, II-h Staffing Personnel and Training perimeter and grounds; The elements of this regulation are identified ☒ ☐ ☐ in and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’ Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. (9) crisis intervention and mental health referrals to 100.03, Purpose 3 mental health services; 100.05 C, II-I Staffing Personnel and Training ☒ ☐ ☐ Staff receive initial training in addition to an annual suicide prevention update. (10) documentation; and ☒ ☐ ☐ 100.05 C, II-j Staffing Personnel and Training 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 7 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (11) fire/life safety training 100.05 C, II-k Staffing Personnel and Training The elements of this regulation are identified in and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’ Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. Staff also receive annual emergency ☒ ☐ ☐ procedures training and or acknowledge a review of policy and procedure. HCJH meets Title 15 regulation minimum standards for this regulation. There is a list of mandatory training required to be completed by detention staff within the first year of employment. (c) Prior to assuming sole supervision of youth, each 100.05 C, II (third paragraph) Staffing youth supervision staff member shall successfully Personnel and Training complete the requirements of the Juvenile Corrections Officer Core Course pursuant to Penal The elements of this regulation are identified in and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’ Code Section 6035. ☒ ☐ ☐ Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. Staff complete CORE within the first year of permanent assignment. (d) Prior to exercising the powers of a peace officer 100.05 C, II (third paragraph) Staffing youth supervision staff shall successfully complete Personnel and Training training pursuant to Section 830 et seq. of the Penal Code. The elements of this regulation are identified in and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’ ☒ ☐ ☐ Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. Staff complete PC 832 within the first year of permanent assignment. 1323 FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY 100.05 C, II-i Staffing Personnel and Training Whenever there is a youth in a juvenile facility, there shall After a review of documentation, all staff be at least one wide awake person on duty at all times shall receive Fire and Life Safety Training who meets the training standards established by the either through CORE training or other Board for general fire and life safety which relate contracted certified providers. Youth specifically to the facility. ☒ ☐ ☐ supervision staff also review emergency procedures annually as required in Section 1327 of these regulations. The elements of this regulation are identified in and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’ Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 8 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1324 POLICY AND PROCEDURES MANUAL The facility manual is available in electronic and hard copy format. A hard copy version is All facility administrators shall develop, publish, and available in each unit. Per policy and implement a manual of written policies and procedures confirmed via a memorandum written by Detention Services Director, Ray Watson, that address, at a minimum, all regulations that are the Policy, and Procedures Manual is applicable to the facility. Such a manual shall be made administratively reviewed annually and available to all employees, reviewed by all employees, ☒ ☐ ☐ updated as needed. and shall be administratively reviewed at a minimum every two years, and updated, as necessary. Those Per the agency’s policy, JCO detention staff records relating to the standards and requirements set review the Policy and Procedures Manual forth in these regulations shall be accessible to the Board during initial training. The policy is reviewed on request. by staff annually and or as needed. The manual shall include: Signatures confirming staff review are required. (a) table of organization, including channels of 100.02 Departmental Organization communications and a description of job ☒ ☐ ☐ classifications; (b) responsibility of the probation department, purpose 100.03 Purpose of Juvenile Hall of programs, relationship to the juvenile court, the Juvenile Justice/Delinquency Prevention After a review of annual inspection reports by Commission or Probation Committee, probation the Juvenile Court, the Juvenile Justice Commission, and through interviews with the staff, school personnel and other agencies that are probation staff, school personnel, and other involved in juvenile facility programs; ☒ ☐ ☐ agencies, all collaborative partners have a clear and articulable understanding of their roles and expectations as they relate to the relationship, responsibilities, and purpose of programs outlined by the Humboldt County Probation Department’s policy and procedure manual. (c) responsibilities of all employees; 100.03 Purpose of Juvenile Hall ☒ ☐ ☐ Detention staff have access to the policy and procedure manuals in hard copy and or electronic format. (d) initial orientation and training program for 100.05 C, I, Staffing Personnel and Training ☒ ☐ ☐ employees; (e) initial orientation, including safety and security issues 100.05 C, V Staffing Personnel and Training and anti-discrimination policies, for support staff, Prior to initial entry to the facility, the HCJH contract employees, school, mental/behavioral ☒ ☐ ☐ ensures new support staff, contractors, and health and medical staff, program providers and or volunteers undergo a safety/security briefing and must complete the initial volunteers; orientation training. (f) maintenance of record-keeping, statistics and 400.01 How to Make a New Detainee Folder ☒ ☐ ☐ communication system to ensure: 400.03 Processing Closed Case Files (1) efficient operation of the juvenile facility; 100.03 Purpose of Juvenile Hall In part, a case management system, handwritten tracking forms, housing unit ☒ ☐ ☐ programming forms, and shift activity schedules are the main means of record keeping of day-to-day programming and facility operations. (2) legal and proper care of youth; ☒ ☐ ☐ 100.03, 2, 100.03 Purpose of Juvenile Hall (3) maintenance of individual youth's records; 400.01 How to Make a New Detainee ☒ ☐ ☐ Folder 400.03 Processing Closed Case Files 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 9 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (4) supply of information to the juvenile court and 100.03, 2, Purpose of Juvenile Hall those authorized by the court or by the law; and, The agency utilizes file folders and a case ☒ ☐ ☐ management system for communication and record keeping with the courts, juvenile probation, and statistical data collection. (5) release of information regarding youth. ☒ ☐ ☐ 400-07 Release of Information (g) ethical responsibilities; ☒ ☐ ☐ 100.05 C-II, f, Staffing Personnel and Training (h) trauma-informed approaches; 100.05 C-II, e Section 2 Staffing Personnel and Training In addition to following expectations of the ☒ ☐ ☐ above policy, as part of the annual review training, all HCJH detention staff participated in training that includes but is not limited to trauma-informed approaches. (i) culturally responsive approaches; 100.05 C-II, e Section 2 Staffing Personnel and Training In addition to following expectations of the ☒ ☐ ☐ above policy, as part of annual review training, all HCJH detention staff participated in training that included but was not limited to culturally responsive approaches. (j) gender responsive approaches; 100.05 C-II, e Section 2 Staffing Personnel and Training In addition to following expectations of the ☒ ☐ ☐ above policy, as part of annual review training, all HCJH detention staff participated in training that included but was not limited to gender-responsive approaches. (k) a non-discrimination provision that provides that all 100.03, 5 Purpose of Juvenile Hall youth within the facility shall have fair and equal access to all available services, placement, care, BSCC staff reviewed the above policy and treatment, and benefits, and provides that no person orientation packets and interviewed youth to conclude that the HCJH meets compliance shall be subject to discrimination or harassment on with the elements of this regulation. the basis of actual or perceived race, ethnic group ☒ ☐ ☐ identification, ancestry, national origin, immigration status, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, mental or physical disability, or HIV status, including restrictive housing or classification decisions based solely on any of the above mentioned categories; (l) storage and maintenance requirements for any 1101.03, II, 1 Use of Restraints chemical agents related security devices, and weapons and ammunition, where applicable; ☒ ☐ ☐ Law enforcement staff are responsible for storing their weapons or equipment in the sallyport lockers prior to entering the facility. (m) establishment of procedures for collection of Medi- 600.24 Medical Eligibility and Suspension of Cal eligibility information and enrollment of eligible ☒ ☐ ☐ Benefits youth; and, 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 10 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (n) establishment of a policy that prohibits all forms of 200.07 Screening for the Risk of Sexual sexual abuse, sexual assault and sexual Abuse harassment. The policy shall include an approach to preventing, detecting and responding to such ☒ ☐ ☐ conduct and any retaliation for reporting such conduct, as well as a provision for reporting such conduct by youth, staff or a third party. 1325 FIRE SAFETY PLAN Based on the documentation provided, the facility meets compliance with the elements The facility administrator shall consult with the local fire contained in this section of the Title 15 department having jurisdiction over the facility, or with the ☒ ☐ ☐ regulations. State Fire Marshal, in developing a plan for fire safety which shall include, but not be limited to: a) a fire prevention plan to be included as part of the 1504.01 Fire Safety Plan, Fire Emergency ☒ ☐ ☐ manual of policy and procedures; b) monthly fire and life safety inspections by facility 1504.01 h-j Fire Safety Plan, Fire Emergency staff with two- year retention of the inspection record; BSCC staff reviewed fire and life safety inspections from January 2022 to the current ☒ ☐ ☐ inspection date. The facility should be commended, as its efforts to complete fire and life safety inspections weekly far exceed regulatory requirements. c) fire prevention inspections as required by Health The facility was inspected on November 16, and Safety Code Section 13146.1(a) and (b); 2022, and completed by William Reynolds, ☒ ☐ ☐ Fire Prevention Bureau, Humboldt Fire Department. This inspection is a biennial requirement. d) an evacuation plan; ☒ ☐ ☐ 1511 Evacuation of Juvenile Hall e) documented fire drills not less than quarterly; 1504.01 1504.01 h-j Fire Safety Plan, Fire Emergency BSCC staff reviewed fire drills from January ☒ ☐ ☐ 2022 to the current inspection date. BSCC staff observed that the facility’s efforts to complete fire drills monthly, far exceed regulatory requirements to conduct quarterly fire drills. f) a written plan for the emergency housing of youth in 1504.01 Fire Emergency the case of fire; and, 1514 Relocation Plan Per HCJH policy, adequate emergency housing for the youth will be provided by neighboring counties, if available. BSCC staff provided technical assistance in ☒ ☐ ☐ identifying areas of the policy that need updating. Further, to maintain compliance, BSCC staff recommended that the facility formalize the written plan with a county or counties for the emergency housing of youth in case of a fire. A county named as an option in policy currently does not house youth. g) development of a fire suppression pre-plan in ☒ ☐ ☐ cooperation with the local fire department. 1504 Fire Emergency Relocation Plan 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 11 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1326 SECURITY REVIEW A letter was provided by Humboldt Juvenile Hall Facility Program Manager, Dayna Each facility administrator shall develop policies and Wilcox, confirming an annual administrative procedures to annually review, evaluate, and document ☒ ☐ ☐ security review and evaluation of the HCJH security of the facility. The review and evaluation shall facility was conducted. include internal and external security, including, but not limited to, key control, equipment, and staff training. 1327 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 1500 Emergency Procedures The facility administrator shall develop facility-specific A letter was provided by Humboldt Juvenile policies and procedures for emergencies that shall ☒ ☐ ☐ Hall Facility Program Manager, Dayna include, but not be limited to: Wilcox, confirming an annual administrative emergency procedures review and evaluation of the HCJH facility was conducted. (a) escape, disturbances, and the taking of hostages; 1506 Escape ☒ ☐ ☐ 1507 Riot 1515 Hostages (b) civil disturbance, active shooter and terrorist attack; 1507 Riot ☒ ☐ ☐ 1518 Active Shooter and Terrorist Attack (c) fire and natural disasters; ☒ ☐ ☐ 1504 Fire and Natural Disasters (d) periodic testing of emergency equipment; ☒ ☐ ☐ 1502 Testing of Emergency Equipment (e) emergency evacuation of the facility; and 1504.01 B and 1511 ☒ ☐ ☐ This policy articulates the coordination and expectations of staff for the emergency and full evacuation of the facility. (f) a program to provide all youth supervision staff with 100.05 C Staffing Personnel and Training an annual review of emergency procedures. ☒ ☐ ☐ The facility provided an emergency preparedness training class roster showing detention staff participation. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 12 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1328 SAFETY CHECKS 1301.10 Safety Checks The facility administrator shall develop and implement BSCC staff reviewed safety check policy and procedures that provide for direct visual documentation for the months of April, May, observation of youth at a minimum of every 15 minutes, and June of 2023. We also interviewed at random or varied intervals during hours when youth supervisors and detention staff. are asleep or when youth are in their rooms, confined in holding cells or confined to their bed in a dormitory. BSCC found that Safety Checks comply with Supervision is not replaced, but may be supplemented Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. However, BSCC provided by, an audio/visual electronic surveillance system technical assistance for the facility to address designed to detect overt, aggressive or assaultive graveyard staff whose Safety Checks were behavior and to summon aid in emergencies. All safety inconsistently random and varied. checks shall be documented with the actual time the check is completed. The facility is in the process of onboarding a ☒ ☐ ☐ new electronic safety check system that will quickly identify inconsistencies. In the interim, the Facility Managers and Supervisors are updating the current safety check auditing system. BSCC staff also discovered that per Policy, Supervisors conduct monthly Safety Check Audits. However, the supervisory auditing is not being performed consistent with policy. To remain compliant, we encourage the agency to ensure it follows its own policy or updates policy to reflect practice. BSCC staff also provided guidance that will contribute to the clarity of information provided on the safety check log documentation. 1329 SUICIDE PREVENTION PLAN 1512.01 Suicide Prevention Plan The agency Suicide Prevention Plan is a The facility administrator, in collaboration with the collaboration with Probation and HHS- healthcare and behavioral/mental health Behavioral Health to ensure youth at risk or administrators, shall plan and implement written policies identified as at risk are supervised and procedures which delineate a Suicide Prevention appropriately and provided with necessary Plan. The plan shall consider the needs of youth ☒ ☐ ☐ services. experiencing past or current trauma. Suicide prevention responses shall be respectful and in the least invasive Specific criteria in the plan address intake manner consistent with the level of suicide risk. The assessments and screenings, plan shall include the following elements: communication amongst agency partners, response by staff, and notifications to staff, administration, family, and the Court when appropriate. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 13 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (a) Suicide prevention training as required in Section 1512.01, a Suicide Prevention Plan 1322, Youth Supervision Staff Orientation, and Training and the Juvenile Corrections Officer Core BSCC staff reviewed STC Suicide Course. prevention class rosters showing intake staff and detention staff received the appropriate suicide prevention training. We also reviewed suicide attempts and/or suicide ideations from the prior 2022 BSCC inspection to the current inspection. ☒ ☐ ☐ The agency confirmed that an annual refresher suicide prevention training is included in the HCJH Suicide Prevention Plan. In addition, staff receive suicide prevention training during Counselor CORE training. Lastly, the elements of this regulation are confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’s Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. (b) Screening, Identification Assessment and 1512.01, b-1 Suicide Prevention Plan Precautionary Protocols 200.16 MAYSI-2 (1) All youth shall be screened for risk of suicide at intake and as needed during All youth entering JH are administered the detention. MAYSI to screen for suicide risk. BSCC staff reviewed the 10 most recent youth intake screenings, and/or assessments ☒ ☐ ☐ completed by intake facility staff. HCJH intake staff screen, assess, and identify youth who may be a suicide risk. The elements of this regulation are performed via staff’s personal observations, intake questions, interviews with the arresting officer, and information from parents. Medical staff conduct an assessment as well. (2) All youth supervision staff who perform 1512.01, b-2 Suicide Prevention Plan intake processes shall be trained in screening youth for risk of suicide. The elements of this regulation are confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’s Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated ☒ ☐ ☐ July 20, 2023. In addition, an annual suicide prevention refresher training is provided to all staff. BSCC staff also interviewed youth supervision staff to confirm compliance. (3) All youth who have been identified during 1512.01, b-3 Suicide Prevention Plan the intake screening process to be at risk of suicide shall be referred to BSCC staff reviewed the above policy and behavioral/mental health staff for a suicide interviewed Humboldt County Behavioral risk assessment. Health Services staff. We found the process for referral and communication is very good ☒ ☐ ☐ amongst probation and BHS staff. The MAYSI Assessment is given to youths at admission. Youths identified during the intake screening process to be at risk of suicide shall be seen by a Behavioral Health therapist within 96 hours of admission. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 14 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (4) Precautionary protocols shall be developed 1512.01, b-4 Suicide Prevention Plan to ensure the youth’s safety pending the behavioral/mental health assessment. Per the above policy, when a youth is found to be at risk for suicide a “Safety Alert” status and a Special Safety Alert form is completed. While on a Safety Alert, safety checks are conducted at a minimum of every three to five minutes. ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff observed differences in the use of the safety smock options between male and female youths. BSCC provided recommendations with updating policy and procedure to ensure there is equity in determining the use of a safety smock. We also suggest removing the “room time” language from the policy. Historically, “room time” is a phrase associated with room confinement. (c) Referral process to behavioral/mental health staff 1512.01, c Suicide Prevention Plan for assessment and/or services. BSCC staff interviewed Behavioral Health staff and reviewed referral documentation. There is a behavioral health staff person on site Monday through Friday. There is an on- call crisis unit available to provide guidance ☒ ☐ ☐ to suicide-related incidents on weekends and after hours. In review of policy, BSCC staff discussed the benefits of indicating, in policy, the specific expectations for detention staff to notify behavioral health during the Safety Alert “Review Process”. (d) Procedures for monitoring of youth identified at risk 1512.01, d Suicide Prevention Plan for suicide. To monitor youth at risk for suicide, the facility utilizes the necessary watch precautions. The facility has a camera room to monitor ☒ ☐ ☐ youth at risk. Per the above policy, when a youth is found to be at risk for suicide a “Safety Alert” status and a Special Safety Alert form is completed. While on a Safety Alert, safety checks are conducted at a minimum of every 3 to 5 minutes. (e) Safety Interventions 1512.01, e-1 Suicide Prevention Plan (1) Procedures to address intervention protocols for youth identified at risk for ☒ ☐ ☐ suicide which may include, but are not limited to: A. Housing consideration ☒ ☐ ☐ 1512.01, e-1, a Suicide Prevention Plan 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 15 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS B. Treatment strategies including 1512.01, e-1, b Suicide Prevention Plan trauma-informed approaches Monthly Child Family Team (CFT) meetings provide the collaboration needed to ☒ ☐ ☐ incorporate treatment strategies and trauma- informed approaches. Each youth is assigned a peer coach, a clinician, and a case manager. Youth are seen by BH staff at least once per week. (2) Procedures to instruct youth supervision 1512.01, e-2 Suicide Prevention Plan staff how to respond to youth who exhibit ☒ ☐ ☐ suicidal behaviors. Detention staff are provided initial and ongoing annual suicide prevention training. (f) Communication 1512.01, f-1 Suicide Prevention Plan (1) The intake process shall include communication with the arresting officer and family guardians regarding the youth’s ☒ ☐ ☐ past or present suicidal ideations, behaviors or attempts. (2) Procedures for clear and current 1512.01, f-2 Suicide Prevention Plan information sharing about youth at risk for suicide with youth supervision, healthcare, The facility has monthly CFT meetings that ☒ ☐ ☐ and behavioral/mental health staff. include representatives from probation (staff and administrators), behavioral health, and teachers or school administrators, if available. (g) Debriefing of Critical Incidents Related to Suicides 1512.01, g-1 Suicide Prevention Plan or Attempts (1) Process for administrative review of the ☒ ☐ ☐ circumstances and responses proceeding, during and after the critical incident. (2) Process for a debriefing event with affected 1512.01, g-2 Suicide Prevention Plan ☒ ☐ ☐ staff. (3) Process for a debriefing event with affected 1512.01, g-3 Suicide Prevention Plan ☒ ☐ ☐ youth. (h) Documentation 1512.01, h Suicide Prevention Plan (1) Documentation processes shall be ☒ ☐ ☐ developed to ensure compliance with this regulation Youth identified at risk for suicide shall not be denied 1512.01 (Last Paragraph), Suicide the opportunity to participate in facility programs, Prevention Plan services and activities which are available to other non- suicidal youth, unless deemed necessary for the safety ☒ ☐ ☐ of the youth or security of the facility. Any deprivation of programs, services or activities for youth at risk of suicide shall be documented and approved by the facility manager. 1340 REPORTING OF LEGAL ACTIONS 1800 Reporting of Legal Actions At the time of this inspection, there were no Each facility shall submit to the Board a letter of ☒ ☐ ☐ reports of legal action having occurred since notification on each legal action, pertaining to conditions the prior inspection. of confinement, filed against persons or legal entities responsible for juvenile facility operation. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 16 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1341 DEATH AND SERIOUS ILLNESS OR INJURY 1517 Death of a Youth while Detained OF A YOUTH WHILE DETAINED 1517.01 C Notifications, Death of a Youth while Detained. (1) Death of a Youth. This policy requires notification from the (a) The facility administrator, in cooperation with the Director of Detention Services or the Facility health administrator and the behavioral/mental ☒ ☐ ☐ Manager to the parent or legal guardian and health director, shall develop written policies and attorney of record. procedures in the event of the death of a youth while detained, which include notifications to At the time of this inspection, there were no necessary parties, which may include the Juvenile reports of the death of a youth in custody Court, the parent, guardian or person standing in having occurred since the prior inspection. loco parentis and the youth’s attorney of record. (b) The health administrator, in cooperation with the 1517.01 H Death of a Youth while Detained facility administrator, shall develop written policies and procedures to assure there is a medical and operational review of every in-custody death of a ☒ ☐ ☐ youth. The review team shall include the facility administrator and/or facility manager, the health administrator, the responsible physician and other health care and supervision staff who are relevant to the incident. (c) The administrator of the facility shall provide to the 1517.01 H-3 Death of a Youth while Detained Board a copy of the report submitted to the Attorney General under Government Code Section 12525. A ☒ ☐ ☐ copy of the report shall be submitted to the Board within 10 calendar days after the death. (d) Upon receipt of a report of the death of a youth from the administrator, the Board may within 30 calendar days inspect and evaluate the juvenile facility, jail, Facility Administrators are aware of this lockup or court holding facility pursuant to the ☒ ☐ ☐ regulation and the ability of the Board to evaluate the facility if this occurs. provisions of this subchapter. Any inquiry made by the Board shall be limited to the standards and requirements set forth in these regulations. (2) Serious Illness or Injury of Youth 600.01 C General Medical Information (a) The facility administrator, in cooperation with the health administrator, shall develop written policies and procedures for the notification to necessary ☒ ☐ ☐ parties, which may include the Juvenile Court, the parent, guardian or person standing in loco parentis and the youth’s attorney of record in the case of a serious illness or injury of a youth. 1342 POPULATION ACCOUNTING 1002-02 Population List Each juvenile facility shall submit required population ☒ ☐ ☐ Per the Board of State and Community and profile survey reports to the Board within 10 Corrections, records show that the HCJH working days after the end of each reporting period, in Profile Survey Reports are timely and meet a format to be provided by the Board. minimum standards for this regulation. 1343 JUVENILE FACILITY CAPACITY 200.14 Complying with Capacity Bed Space at Juvenile Hall When the number of youth detained in a living unit of a juvenile facility exceeds its rated capacity for more than ☒ ☐ ☐ The rated capacity for the facility is 27. At the fifteen (15) calendar days in a month, the facility time of the inspection, the youth population administrator shall provide a crowding report to the totaled eight youth. Board in a format provided by the Board. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 17 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1350 ADMITTANCE PROCEDURES 200.01 Screening of Acceptance into Detention The facility administrator shall develop and implement 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall written policies and procedures for admittance of youth (7-3) (3-11) shifts 200.06 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall that emphasize respectful and humane engagement (11 am to 7 am) shift with youth, and reflect that the admission process may be traumatic to youth who may have already BSCC staff reviewed the above policies and experienced trauma. Policies shall be trauma-informed, procedures and were impressed with the culturally relevant, and responsive to the language and details of the procedure for intake staff to literacy needs of youth. In addition to the requirements follow. of Sections 1324 and 1430 of these regulations: ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff reviewed 10 of the most recent examples of admission forms completed. Further, through a combination of a variety of documentation reviews, interviews with youth housed at the facilities, interviews with detention staff, and interviews with medical health partners, we concluded compliance with this regulation. The Intake Supervisor or, after hours, the on- call Deputy Probation Officer (DPO) is responsible for reviewing the intake documents and approving admission. (a) the admittance process shall include: 500.01, I-1,2 Youth Orientation Manual (1) Access to two free phone calls within one hour 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall of admittance in accordance with the provisions (7-3) (3-11) shifts of Welfare and Institution Code Section 627; 200.06 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (11 am to 7 am) shift ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff reviewed documentation and interviewed detention staff, as well as youth housed at the facility. We confirmed that the facility offers 2 phone calls at intake. Youth provide a signature of acknowledgment on the Admission Report acknowledging receipt of phone calls. (2) Offer of a shower; 200.05 V-E Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (7-3) (3-11) shifts BSCC staff reviewed documentation and ☒ ☐ ☐ interviewed detention staff, as well as youth housed at the facility. We confirmed that the facility offers a shower during the intake process. (3) Documented secure storage of personal 200.05 V-C Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall belongings; (7-3) (3-11) shifts ☒ ☐ ☐ During the intake process, youth provide a signature of acknowledgment on the Personal Property Inventory form stating that the list of property is correct. (4) Offer of food upon arrival; 200.05 V-B, 9 Admission of Youth to Juvenile ☒ ☐ ☐ Hall (7-3) (3-11) shifts 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 18 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (5) Screening for physical and behavioral health 200.05 V-B, 4 Admission of Youth to Juvenile and safety issues, intellectual or developmental Hall (7-3) (3-11) shifts disabilities; After a review of the above policy the youth intake documentation, and interviews with medical and behavioral health personnel, youth are evaluated within 72 hours of admittance. ☒ ☐ ☐ The intake JCO staff are trained to assess each youth using the MAYSI and the At-Risk Behavior Checklist’ as part of the admission process. All information is reviewed by medical and mental health staff to determine care and treatment needs. During the intake process, youth provide a signature of acknowledgment confirming a health screening was provided. (6) Screening for physical and developmental 200.05 V-B, 4 Admission of Youth to Juvenile disabilities in accordance with Sections 1329, Hall (7-3) (3-11) shifts 1413, and 1430 of these regulations; Youth provided a signature of acknowledgment confirming a health screening was provided. Youths have a full medical exam within 96 ☒ ☐ ☐ hours of intake. The intake JCO is trained to assess each youth using the MAYSI and the At-Risk Behavior Checklist’ as part of the admission process. All information is reviewed by medical and mental health staff to determine care and treatment needs. (7) Contact with Regional Center for the 200.05 V-N Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall Developmentally Disabled for youth that are (7-3) (3-11) shifts suspected of or identified as having a ☒ ☐ ☐ developmental disability, pursuant to Section 1413; and, (8) Procedures consistent with Section 1352.5. 200.07 Screening for the Risk of Sexual ☒ ☐ ☐ Abuse (b) juvenile hall administrators shall establish written 200.05 M Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (7- criteria for detention that considers the least 3) (3-11) shifts restrictive environment. ☒ ☐ ☐ The physical design of the facility is a single housing unit. (c) juvenile camps and post-dispositional programs in 200.17 Youth Transitional Services juvenile halls shall develop policies and procedures that advise the youth of the estimated ☒ ☐ ☐ length of stay, inform them of program guidelines and provide written screening criteria for inclusion and exclusion from the program. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 19 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (d) juvenile halls shall develop policies and 200.17 Youth Transitional Services procedures that advise any committed youth of the estimated length of his/her stay. New Horizons is a commitment program facilitated by juvenile hall staff and ☒ ☐ ☐ collaborative partners. When committed, youth are advised of their estimated length of stay. 1350.5. SCREENING FOR THE RISK OF SEXUAL 200.07 Screening for the Risk of Sexual ABUSE Abuse The facility administrator shall develop and implement BSCC staff reviewed the 10 most recent screenings for the risk of sexual victimization. written policies and procedures to reduce the risk of ☒ ☐ ☐ We observed that the agency screens all sexual abuse by or upon youth. The policy shall require youth admitted to the juvenile Hall within 72 facility staff to assess each youth within 72 hours of hours of admission using the MAYSI admission based on the following information: assessment and screening tool, as well as, the At-Risk Behavior Checklist. (a) Prior sexual victimization or abusiveness; 200.07, 1 Screening for the Risk of Sexual ☒ ☐ ☐ Abuse (b) Gender nonconforming appearance or manner; or 200.07, 2 Screening for the Risk of Sexual identification as lesbian, gay or bisexual, Abuse transgender, queer or intersex, and whether the ☒ ☐ ☐ youth may, therefore, be vulnerable to sexual abuse; (c) Current charges and offense history; 200.07, 3 Screening for the Risk of Sexual ☒ ☐ ☐ Abuse (d) Age; 200.07, 4 Screening for the Risk of Sexual ☒ ☐ ☐ Abuse (e) Level of emotional and cognitive development; 200.07, 5 Screening for the Risk of Sexual ☒ ☐ ☐ Abuse (f) Physical size and stature; 200.07, 6 Screening for the Risk of Sexual ☒ ☐ ☐ Abuse (g) Mental illness or mental disabilities; 200.07, 7 Screening for the Risk of Sexual Abuse ☒ ☐ ☐ The facility administers the MAYSI and the At-Risk Behavior Checklist when a youth enters the program. Both identify factors to precipitate referral to mental health. (h) Intellectual or developmental disabilities; 200.07, 8 Screening for the Risk of Sexual ☒ ☐ ☐ Abuse (i) Physical disabilities; 200.07, 9 Screening for the Risk of Sexual ☒ ☐ ☐ Abuse (j) The youth’s perception of vulnerability; and, 200.07, 10 Screening for the Risk of Sexual ☒ ☐ ☐ Abuse (k) Any other specific information about the individual 200.07, 11 Screening for the Risk of Sexual youth that may indicate heightened needs for ☒ ☐ ☐ Abuse supervision, additional safety precautions, or separation from certain other youth. Staff shall ascertain this information through 200.07 Paragraph 2 Screening for the Risk of conversations with the youth during the admittance Sexual Abuse process, medical and behavioral health screenings; ☒ ☐ ☐ during classification assessments; and by reviewing court records, case files, facility behavioral records, and other relevant documentation from the youth’s files. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 20 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS The facility administrator shall implement appropriate 200.07 Paragraph 2 Screening for the Risk of controls on the dissemination of information within the Sexual Abuse facility relative to responses received pursuant to this ☒ ☐ ☐ assessment in order to ensure that sensitive information is not exploited to the youth’s detriment by staff or other youth. 1351 RELEASE PROCEDURES 300 General Release Procedures of Detainees The facility administrator shall develop and implement written policies and procedures for release of youth Compliance with this regulation is confirmed ☒ ☐ ☐ from custody which provide for: based on a review of facility policies and procedures, a review of the 10 most recent selections of juvenile hall release forms, interviews with collaborative partners, as well as interviews with detention staff. (a) verification of identity/release papers; 300.01-I, B-1 General Release Procedures of ☒ ☐ ☐ Detainees (b) return of personal clothing and valuables; 300.01-I, B-2 General Release Procedures of ☒ ☐ ☐ Detainees (c) notification to the youth's parents or guardian; 300.01-I, B-1, d General Release Procedures of ☒ ☐ ☐ Detainees (d) notification to the facility health care provider in 300.01-I, B-1, a General Release Procedures of accordance with Sections 1408 and 1437 of these Detainees regulations, for coordination with outside agencies; and, BSCC staff interviewed medical services personnel to help in determining compliance ☒ ☐ ☐ with minimum standards for this section of the regulation. We observed that effective collaboration between probation and health services ensures information exchange is made accordingly. (e) notification of school staff; 300.01-I, B-1, c General Release Procedures of Detainees BSCC staff interviewed education services (Education Program Manager) to help in ☒ ☐ ☐ determining compliance with minimum standards for this section of the regulation. We observed that probation ensures information exchange is made accordingly prior to a youth’s release. (f) notification of facility mental health personnel. 300.01-I, B-1, b General Release Procedures of Detainees BSCC staff interviewed education services (Supervising Mental Health Therapist) to ☒ ☐ ☐ help in determining compliance with minimum standards for this section of the regulation. Probation ensures information exchange is made accordingly prior to a youth’s release. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 21 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS The facility administrator shall develop and implement 300.01-I, B-1 General Release Procedures of policies and procedures for post-disposition youth to Detainees coordinate the provision of transitional and reentry 200.17, Page 2, Paragraph 5 services including, but not limited to, medical and In part, the elements of this regulation are behavioral health, education, probation supervision and met via the Child and Family Team community-based services. meetings (CFT) with the DPO, MH clinician, and the Case Manager prior to or during the release process. The agency has developed a strong re-entry and release process for all youth to ensure a successful transition back into the ☒ ☐ ☐ community. The Probation Officer is involved with the release process, to ensure re-entry into the community and acknowledge expectations. New Horizons is a commitment program facilitated by juvenile hall staff and collaborative partners. Youth released from the New Horizons Program have a Multi- Disciplinary or Treatment Team meeting to target services and provide referrals upon re- entry. The facility administrator shall develop and implement 300.01-II Temporary Release-Passes, written policies and procedures for the furlough of youth General Release Procedures of Detainees from custody. ☒ ☐ ☐ 1352 CLASSIFICATION 1302 Classification System Special Alerts The facility administrator shall develop and implement Compliance with this regulation is confirmed written policies and procedures on classification of based on a review of facility policies and youth for the purpose of determining housing placement procedures, a review of the 10 most recent in the facility. selections of juvenile hall classification documents, interviews with collaborative Such procedures shall: partners, as well as interviews with detention staff and youth housed at the facility. ☒ ☐ ☐ The facility has a Classification Assessment form which is used upon admission to the facility. Room placement is the classification criteria as detention and committed (New Horizons) youth and Secure Youth Treatment Facility (SYTF) youth are in one unit. The room placement decisions include proximity to the staff control area, and upper or single/double occupancy cells. (a) provide for the safety of the youth, other youth, 1302 Introduction, Classification System facility staff, and the public by placing youth in the Special Alerts appropriate, least restrictive housing and program settings. Housing assignments shall consider the Through a review of the above policy, ☒ ☐ ☐ interviews with supervisory staff, and need for single, double or dormitory assignment or admission documentation, BSCC staff location within the dormitory; determined that the HCJH meets compliance with the elements of this regulation. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 22 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (b) consider facility populations and physical design of 1302 Single Occupancy Room, Classification the facility; System Special Alerts The facility is one unit. The rated capacity at the time of inspection was 27 youth, not ☒ ☐ ☐ including the SYTF with a rated capacity of 3 youth. Classification is based on room assignment and the need for more intensive supervision. Youth with significant behavior or emotional needs are placed in a room that provides better supervision. (c) provide that a youth shall be classified upon 1302 Classification Factors A-N, Classification admittance to the facility; classification factors shall System Special Alerts include, but not be limited to: age, maturity, sophistication, emotional stability, program needs, Through a review of the above policy, interviews with supervisory staff, and legal status, public safety considerations, admission documentation, BSCC staff medical/mental health considerations, gender and determined that the HCJH meets compliance gender identity of the youth; with this regulation. ☒ ☐ ☐ Types of classifications include the following: • Single Occupancy room • Behavior Alerts • Health Hazard Alert • Safety (Suicide) Alert • Suicidal • Security Alert (d) provide for periodic classification reviews, including 1302 Introduction, Classification System provisions that consider the level of supervision and Special Alerts the youth's behavior while in custody; and, The agency conducts daily and weekly reviews of youth depending on the level of supervision needed. ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff observed that classification reviews are completed weekly, or if applicable, as needed. CFT meetings also provide input regarding a youth’s classification status. (e) provide that facility staff shall not separate youth 1302 Single Occupancy Room 1302.01 E from the general population or assign youth to a Separation, Classification System Special single occupancy room based solely on the youth's Alerts actual or perceived race, ethnic group identification, The facility intake staff completed the ancestry, national origin, color, religion, gender, classification form that identifies specific sexual orientation, gender identity, gender ☒ ☐ ☐ criteria to determine housing classifications. expression, mental or physical disability, or HIV In addition, the intake staff asks the status. This section does not prohibit staff from necessary questions of the youth, and the placing youth in a single occupancy room at the arresting officer, and makes visual youth's specific request or in accordance with Title observations of the youth. 15 regulations regarding separation. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 23 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (f) facility staff shall not consider lesbian, gay, bisexual, 200.18, IV-F Transgender and Intersex Youth transgender, questioning or intersex identification or status as an indicator of likelihood of being sexually Through a review of the above policy, abusive. ☒ ☐ ☐ interviews with supervisory staff, and admission documentation, BSCC staff determined that the HCJH meets compliance with this regulation. 1352.5 TRANSGENDER AND INTERSEX YOUTH. 200.18 Transgender and Intersex Youth The facility administrator shall develop written policies ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff provided guidance with language and procedures ensuring respectful and equitable in policy that articulates equity in particular treatment of transgender and intersex youth. The areas of the policy. policies shall provide that: (a) Facility staff shall respect every youth’s gender 200.18, VII-A Transgender and Intersex Youth identity and shall refer to the youth by the youth’s preferred name and gender pronoun, regardless of the youth’s legal name. Facilities may prohibit the ☒ ☐ ☐ use of gang or slang names or names that otherwise compromise facility operations as determined by the facility manager or designee, and shall document any decision made on this basis. (b) Facility staff shall permit youth to dress and present 200.18, VII-B Transgender and Intersex themselves in a manner consistent with their Youth ☒ ☐ ☐ gender identity and shall provide youth with the institution’s clothing and undergarments consistent with their gender identity. (c) Facility staff shall house youth in the unit or room 200.18, IV Housing, Transgender and that best meets their individual needs and promotes Intersex Youth their safety and well-being. Staff may not automatically house youth according to their Through a review of the above policy, external anatomy and shall document the reasons ☒ ☐ ☐ admission documentation, and interviews with detention and supervisory staff, BSCC for any decision to house youth in a unit that does staff determined that the HCJH meets not match their gender identity. In making a housing compliance with this regulation. decision, staff shall consider the youth’s preferences, as well as any recommendations from the youth’s health or behavioral health provider. (d) Facility administrators shall ensure that 200.18, VII-C Transgender and Intersex Youth transgender and intersex youth have access to ☒ ☐ ☐ medical and behavioral health providers qualified to provide care and treatment to transgender and intersex youth. (e) Consistent with the facility’s reasonable and 200.18, VII-D Transgender and Intersex Youth necessary security considerations and physical plant, facility staff shall make every effort to ensure ☒ ☐ ☐ the safety and privacy of transgender and intersex youth when the youth are using the bathroom or shower, or dressing or undressing. Facility staff shall not conduct physical searches of any 200.18, V Transgender and Intersex Youth youth for the purpose of determining the youth’s ☒ ☐ ☐ anatomical sex. Whenever feasible, the facility shall respect the youth’s preference regarding the gender of the staff member who conducts any search of the youth. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 24 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1353 ORIENTATION 500-01 A, Orientation Manual The facility administrator shall develop and implement BSCC staff reviewed policy and procedure, written policies and procedures to orient a youth prior to 10 recent orientation packets, reviewed the placement in a living area. Both written and verbal youth handbook, interviewed detention staff, information shall be provided and supplemented with and interviewed youth housed at the facility video orientation if feasible. Provision shall be made to to help determine compliance. provide accessible orientation information to all All youth are provided written and verbal detained youth including those with disabilities, limited orientation guidance at intake. Both the staff ☒ ☐ ☐ conducting the orientation and the youth sign literacy, or English language learners. Orientation shall the Orientation Checklist acknowledging include information that addresses: completion of the process. Staff provide orientation and respond to areas needing clarification. In review of the youth handbook, it provides a summary of policies, guidance of behaviors, sets expectations, and allows for dialogue if a youth is unclear on a specific topic. (a) facility rules including contraband and searches ☒ ☐ ☐ 500.01 A, a Orientation Manual and disciplinary procedures; (b) facility’s system of positive behavior interventions 500.01 A, b Orientation Manual and supports, including behavior expectations, incentives that youth will receive for complying with ☒ ☐ ☐ facility rules, and consequences that may result when youth violate the rules of the facility; (c) age appropriate information that explains the 500.01 A, c Orientation Manual facility’s policy prohibiting sexual abuse and sexual ☒ ☐ ☐ harassment and how to report incidents or suspicions of sexual abuse or sexual harassment; (d) identification of key staff and their roles; ☒ ☐ ☐ 500.01 A, d Orientation Manual (e) the existence of the grievance procedure, the steps 500.01 A, e that must be taken to use it, the youth’s right to be free of retaliation for reporting a grievance, and the ☒ ☐ ☐ name of the person or position designated to resolve the issue; (f) access to legal services and information on the 500.01 A, f. Orientation Manual court process; ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff interviewed youth and intake staff to help in determining that HCJH meets compliance with this regulation. (g) access to routine and emergency health and mental 500.01 A, g Orientation Manual ☒ ☐ ☐ health care; (h) access to education, religious services, and 500.01 A, h Orientation Manual ☒ ☐ ☐ recreational activities; (i) housing assignments; ☒ ☐ ☐ 500.01 A, I Orientation Manual (j) opportunity for personal hygiene and daily showers 500.01 A, j Orientation Manual ☒ ☐ ☐ including the availability of personal care items (k) rules and access to correspondence, visits and 500.01 A, k Orientation Manual telephone use; ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff interviewed youth and intake staff to help in determining that HCJH meets compliance with this regulation. (l) availability of reading materials, programming, and 500.01 A, l Orientation Manual ☒ ☐ ☐ other activities; 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 25 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (m) facility policies on the use of force, use of restraints, 500.01 A, m Orientation Manual ☒ ☐ ☐ chemical agents and room confinement; (n) immigration legal services; ☒ ☐ ☐ 500.01 A, n Orientation Manual (o) emergencies including evacuation procedures; ☒ ☐ ☐ 500.01 A, o Orientation Manual (p) non-discrimination policy and the right to be free 500.01 A, p Orientation Manual from physical, verbal or sexual abuse and harassment by other youth and staff; ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff interviewed youth and intake staff to help in determining that HCJH meets compliance with the elements of this regulation. (q) availability of services and programs in a language 500.01 A, q Orientation Manual ☒ ☐ ☐ other than English if appropriate; (r) the process for requesting different housing, 500.01 A, r Orientation Manual ☒ ☐ ☐ education, programming and work assignments; (s) a process for which parents/guardians receive 500.01 A, s Orientation Manual information regarding the youth’s stay in the facility that at a minimum includes answers to frequently The policy states parents will be provided an ☒ ☐ ☐ orientation form that gives the information asked questions and provides contact information required by this regulation. for the facility, medical, school and mental health; and, (t) a process by which youth may request access to 500.01 A, t Orientation Manual Title 15 Minimum Standards for Juvenile Facilities. ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff interviewed youth and intake staff to help in determining that HCJH meets compliance with this regulation. 1354 SEPARATION 1302.01 E Separation The facility administrator shall develop and implement BSCC staff reviewed policy and procedure written policies and procedures that address: as well as the most recent Separation reports, interviewed detention staff, and ☒ ☐ ☐ interviewed youth housed at the facility to help determine compliance. We also interviewed collaborative partners to gain further insight to confirm compliance with this regulation. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 26 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (a) separation of youth for reasons that include, but are 1302.01 E Separation not be limited to, medical and mental health conditions, assaultive behavior, disciplinary The facility institutes the following type of consequences and protective custody. Separation: • Administrative Separation BSCC staff suggest adding specificity and clarity to the policy regarding separations. Suggested updates include stating that youth ☒ ☐ ☐ are not placed in a locked room during an Administrative Separation and or providing more detail about what this separation looks like. In addition, we have observed best outcomes when facilities incorporate separation policies and procedures specific to youth placed on a medical/Mental Health separation, Protective Custody, and or self- separation. Specifics include, but not be limited to, the review and approval process, notifications, and documentation specific to each type of separation. (b) consideration of positive youth development and 1302.01 E Separation ☒ ☐ ☐ trauma-informed care. (c) separated youth shall not be denied normal 1302.01 E Separation privileges available at the facility, except when ☒ ☐ ☐ necessary to accomplish the objective of separation. (d) when the objective of the separation is discipline, 1302.01 E Separation ☒ ☐ ☐ Title 15 Section 1390 shall apply. (e) when separation results in room confinement, the 1101.05 Room Confinement separation shall occur in accordance with Welfare ☒ ☐ ☐ and Institutions Code Section 208.3 and Section1354.5 of these regulations. (f) policies and procedures shall ensure a daily review 1302.01 E Separation of separated youth to determine if separation ☒ ☐ ☐ remains necessary. At a minimum, a separation review occurs daily but in most cases every shift. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 27 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1354.5 ROOM CONFINEMENT 1101.05 Room Confinement (RC) (a) The facility administrator shall develop and To help determine compliance. BSCC staff implement written policies and procedures reviewed policy and procedure; addressing the confinement of youth in their room interviewed detention staff, interviewed that are consistent with Welfare and Institutions collaborative partners, and interviewed Code Section 208.3. The placement of a youth in youth housed at the facility. In review the room confinement shall be accomplished in facility has a small youth population, and, accordance with the following guidelines: ☒ ☐ ☐ in most cases, issues were resolved without the use of room confinement. When utilized, room confinement was justifiably used, and a youth is allowed out of the room within the hour. BSCC staff provided guidance with updating language in the policy that is not applicable to current practice. (1) Room confinement shall not be used before 1101.05, II-A Room Confinement (RC) other, less restrictive, options have been attempted and exhausted, unless attempting ☒ ☐ ☐ those options poses a threat to the safety or security of any youth or staff. (2) Room confinement shall not be used for the 1101.05, II-B Room Confinement (RC) ☒ ☐ ☐ purposes of punishment, coercion, convenience, or retaliation by staff. (3) Room confinement shall not be used to the 1101.05, II-C Room Confinement (RC) extent that it compromises the mental and ☒ ☐ ☐ physical health of the youth. (b) A youth may be held up to four hours in room 1101.05, III Room Confinement (RC) confinement. After the youth has been held in room confinement for a period of four hours, staff shall do The facility uses the following documentation one or more of the following: ☒ ☐ ☐ tools to help track and log room confinement that includes, but is not limited to: • Observation Form • Unit Logbook (1) Return the youth to general population. ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.05, III-B Room Confinement (RC) (2) Consult with mental health or medical staff. ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.05, III-B Room Confinement (RC) (3) Develop an individualized plan that includes the 1101.05, III-B Room Confinement (RC) goals and objectives to be met in order to ☒ ☐ ☐ reintegrate the youth to general population. Individualized Plan is identified as a type of reintegration plan. (4) If room confinement must be extended beyond 1101.05, III-B Room Confinement (RC) ☒ ☐ ☐ four hours, staff shall do each of the following: (A) Document the reasons for room 1101.05, III-B, 1 Room Confinement (RC) confinement and the basis for the extension, the date and time the youth was ☒ ☐ ☐ first placed in room confinement, and when he or she is eventually released from room confinement. (B) Develop an individualized plan that 1101.05, III-B,2 Room Confinement (RC) includes the goals and objectives to be met ☒ ☐ ☐ in order to integrate the youth to general Individualized Plan is identified as a type of population. reintegration plan. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 28 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (C) Obtain documented authorization by the 1101.05, III-B, 3 Room Confinement (RC) facility superintendent or his or her ☒ ☐ ☐ designee every four hours thereafter. (5) This section is not intended to limit the use of 1101.05, I-A, 1 Room Confinement (RC) single-person rooms or cells for the housing of ☒ ☐ ☐ youth in juvenile facilities and does not apply to normal sleeping hours. (6) This section does not apply to youth or wards 1101.05, I-A, 3 Room Confinement (RC) in court holding facilities or adult facilities. ☒ ☐ ☐ This facility is not either a Court Holding Facility or an Adult Facility. (7) Nothing in this section shall be construed to conflict with any law providing greater or ☒ ☐ ☐ additional protections to youth. (8) This section does not apply during an 1101.05, I-A, 6 Room Confinement (RC) extraordinary emergency circumstance that requires a significant departure from normal institutional operations, including a natural disaster or facility-wide threat that poses an ☒ ☐ ☐ imminent and substantial risk of harm to multiple staff or youth. This exception shall apply for the shortest amount of time needed to address this imminent and substantial risk of harm. (9) This section does not apply when a youth is 1101.05, I-A, 5 Room Confinement (RC) placed in a locked cell or sleeping room to treat and protect against the spread of a communicable disease for the shortest amount of time required to reduce the risk of infection, with the written approval of a licensed physician or nurse practitioner, when the youth is not ☒ ☐ ☐ required to be in an infirmary for an illness. Additionally, this section does not apply when a youth is placed in a locked cell or sleeping room for required extended care after medical treatment with the written approval of a licensed physician or nurse practitioner, when the youth is not required to be in an infirmary for illness. 1355 INSTITUTIONAL ASSESSMENT AND PLAN 200.17 Youth Transitional Services The facility administrator shall develop and implement BSCC staff reviewed the above policy and written policies and procedures for assessment and procedure. We also interviewed behavioral case planning. health staff, detention staff, and youth housed at the facility. The policy is ☒ ☐ ☐ comprehensive, and the documentation shows that staff are following procedures accordingly. The Juvenile Hall has developed the “Youth Transitional Services (YTS)”, case planning for detainees housed in the Juvenile Hall. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 29 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (a) Assessment: 200.17 Paragraph 2 Youth Transitional The assessment is based on information collected Services during the admission process with periodic review, BSCC staff reviewed the 10 most recent which includes the youth's risk factors, needs and youth Institutional Casework Plans (Initial ☒ ☐ ☐ Plan) and found them to be consistent in strengths including, but not limited to, identification practice and provide the information to of substance abuse history, educational, comply with this regulation. vocational, counseling, behavioral health, consideration of known history of trauma, and family strengths and needs. (b) Institutional Case Plan: 200.17 Paragraph 5 Youth Transitional (1) A case plan shall be developed for each youth Services held for at least 30 days or more and created within 40 days of admission. The Institutional Casework Plan is developed within 30 days for youth in custody for more than 25 days. BSCC staff reviewed resident Detainee Evaluation Reports (30-day Plans) \case Plans. Per policy, the Juvenile Correction Officer (JCO) is assigned to work as the youth’s Skills Coach with the responsibility of ☒ ☐ ☐ developing the case plan, in part, based on the information received from the initial assessment. The YTS Coordinator assigns a Skills Coach to each youth. The Skills Coach and the youth meet weekly to ensure the appropriate implementation of the plan. BSCC staff were impressed with the collaborative efforts between behavioral health services and probation staff to ensure case plan/treatment goals are set with appropriate follow through. (2) The institutional plan shall include, but not be ☒ ☐ ☐ limited to, written documentation that provides: (A) objectives and time frame for the resolution 200.17 Paragraphs 6 and 7 Youth Transitional of problems identified in the assessment; Services The element of this regulation is included in the Detainee Evaluation Report. ☒ ☐ ☐ The Child and Family Team (CFT) meeting coordinating Probation Officer will be tasked with coordinating the set-up of a CFT to develop an Institutional Case Plan (ICP). Following the CFT, a Detainee Evaluation Report is completed every 30 days. (B) a plan for meeting the objectives that 200.17 Paragraph 6 Youth Transitional includes a description of program resources Services needed and individuals responsible for assuring that the plan is implemented; The element of this regulation is included in ☒ ☐ ☐ the Detainee Evaluation Report. Skills Coach and the youth review meet weekly to review the case plan. A Detainee Evaluation Report is completed every 30 days. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 30 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (3) periodic evaluation of progress towards meeting 200.17 Paragraph 7 Youth Transitional the objectives, including periodic review and Services discussion of the plan with the youth; Each youth in custody will be staffed every forty-five (45) days by a team that includes, the assigned Probation Officer, Behavioral ☒ ☐ ☐ Health Clinician, Behavioral Health Case Manager, Substance Use Disorder counselor (if available), School representative, and the Skills Coach. The Skills Coach and the youth review meet weekly to review the case plan. (4) a transition plan, the contents of which shall be 200.17 Paragraph 8 Youth Transitional subject to existing resources, shall be ☒ ☐ ☐ Services developed for post dispositional youth in accordance with Section 1351; and, (5) in as much as possible and if appropriate, the 200.17 Paragraph 8 Youth Transitional plan, including the transition plan, shall be Services developed with input from the family, supportive adults, youth, and Regional Center for the When youth are pending release the youth’s case will be staffed and members of the CFT Developmentally Disabled. ☒ ☐ ☐ will present At the Staffing, providers will discuss the transition plan for the youth including school placement, behavioral health, medical referrals, and any other community-based services 1356 COUNSELING AND CASEWORK SERVICES 200.17 Youth Transitional Services The facility administrator shall develop and implement As noted in the Case Plans, facility staff written policies and procedures ensuring the availability (Skills Coach) complete a Detainee of appropriate counseling and casework services for all Evaluation of youth every 30 days to assess ☒ ☐ ☐ youth. Policies and procedures shall ensure: youth needs while in detention. BSCC staff observed that the above policies and procedures comply with this regulation. Also, detention staff follow procedures as indicated in policy. (a) youth will receive assistance with needs or 200.17 Paragraph 5 Youth Transitional concerns that may arise; Services ☒ ☐ ☐ Compliance is met using 3 Clinicians, 2 Case Managers, and a Peer Coach. (b) youth will receive assistance in requesting contact 200.17 Paragraph 5 Youth Transitional with parents, other supportive adults, attorney, Services clergy, probation officer, or other public official; and, ☒ ☐ ☐ Each youth has an assigned Skills Coach who works as a mentor and meets with the youth a minimum of once per week. (c) youth will be provided access to available ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.17 Paragraph 5 Youth Transitional resources to meet the youth’s needs. Services 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 31 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1357 USE OF FORCE 1101 Use of Force (UF) 1101.01 Paragraphs 1 and 4 Force Options The facility administrator, in cooperation with the responsible physician, shall develop and implement BSCC staff reviewed the 12 most recent written policies and procedures for the use of force, Use of Force (UOF) Incident reports. We ☒ ☐ ☐ which may include chemical agents. Force shall never also interviewed youth housed at the facility, be applied as punishment, discipline, retaliation or detention staff, and collaborative partners to treatment. gain further insight to confirm compliance with this regulation. (a) At a minimum, each facility shall develop policies and procedures which: (1) restricts the use of force to that which is deemed 1100 General Policy Paragraph 3, Use of reasonable and necessary, as defined in Section ☒ ☐ ☐ Force 1302 to ensure the safety and security of youth, staff, others and the facility. (2) outline the force options available to staff 1101.01 Force Options, Use of Force (UF) including both physical and non-physical options and define when those force options are Force options include: appropriate. • Staff presence ☒ ☐ ☐ • Dialogue/counseling • Verbal commands • Weaponless control techniques/ holds. • Mechanical hard restraints • Chemical restraints (OC Spray) (3) describe force options or techniques that are 1100 General Policy paragraph 2, Use of ☒ ☐ ☐ expressly prohibited by the facility. Force (UF) (4) describe the requirements of staff to report any 1100 General Policy Paragraph 5, Use of inappropriate use of force, and to take ☒ ☐ ☐ Force (UF) affirmative action to immediately stop it. (5) define a standardized reporting format that 1101.01 Documentation, Force Options, Use includes time period and procedure for of Force (UF) documenting and reporting the use of force, including reporting requirements of All UF incidents require an incident report to management and line staff and procedures for be completed by the end of the shift. The reviewing and tracking use of force incidents by ☒ ☐ ☐ policy states an investigation by a supervisory and or management staff, which supervisor or manager will be completed include procedures for debriefing a particular within 24 hours of the incident. Our review incident with staff and/or youth for the purposes of UF incidents showed compliance with of training as well as mitigating the effects of this regulation. trauma that may have been experienced by staff and /or the youth involved. (6) Include an administrative review and a system 1101.01 Documentation, Force Options, Use for investigating unreasonable use of force. of Force (UF) A review of incident reports shows that HCJH documents and reports incidents in ☒ ☐ ☐ accordance with Title 15 minimum standards. All incidents involving the use of force will be subject to administrative review and investigation within 24 hours following the incident. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 32 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (7) define the role, notification, and follow-up 1101.01, Paragraph 6, Use of Force (UF) procedures required after use of force incidents for medical, mental health staff and parents or BSCC staff interviewed supervisory, legal guardians. detention, and medical staff to help determine compliance with the elements of this regulation. Parent notifications are being conducted. ☒ ☐ ☐ However, BSCC staff discussed the importance of consistency and a standard process for parent notification. We suggested incorporating a standard format and location on the hard copies of UOF reports that indicate that parents have been properly notified. We appreciate the promptness of the facility in making changes to the processes discussed. (8) describe the limitations of use of force on 1101.01, Paragraph 5, Use of Force (UF) pregnant youth in accordance with Penal Code ☒ ☐ ☐ Section 6030(f) and Welfare and Institutions Code Section 222. (b) Facilities that authorize chemical agents as a force ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.02 Use of Chemical Agent- Oleoresin option shall include policies and procedures that: Capsicum (OC) (1) identify who is approved to carry and/or utilize 1101.03, I-1, a through e Force Options, chemical agents in the facility and the type, size Use of Mechanical Restraints (UR) and the approved method of deployment for ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.03, I-1-4 Force Options, Use of Mechanical Restraints (UR) those chemical agents. 1101.03, II Force Options, Use of Mechanical Restraints (UR) (2) mandate that chemical agents only be used 1101.02, III-1 Use of Chemical Agent- Oleoresin when there is an imminent threat to the youth’s Capsicum (OC) ☒ ☐ ☐ safety or the safety of others and only when de- escalation efforts have been unsuccessful or are not reasonably possible. (3) outline the facility’s approved methods and 1101.02, V Aftercare Procedures, Use of timelines for decontamination from chemical Chemical Agent- Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) agents. This shall include that youth who have ☒ ☐ ☐ In addition to reviewing the above policies, been exposed to chemical agents shall not be BSCC staff interviewed youth housed at the left unattended until that youth is fully facility and detention and supervisory staff decontaminated or is no longer suffering the effects of the chemical agent. (4) define the role, notification, and follow-up 1101.02, V, 7-12, Use of Chemical Agent- procedures required after use of force incidents Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) involving chemical agents for medical, mental ☒ ☐ ☐ health staff and parents or legal guardians. BSCC staff interviewed Health Services and Behavioral Health staff to help determine compliance with this regulation. (5) provide for the documentation of each incident 1101.02, VI Documentation, Use of Chemical of use of chemical agents, including the Agent- Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) reasons for which it was used, efforts to de- escalate prior to use, youth and staff involved, ☒ ☐ ☐ the date, time and location of use, decontamination procedures applied and identification of any injuries sustained as a result of such use. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 33 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (c) Facilities shall develop policies and procedure 1101.02, I-1, a through e, Use of Chemical which require that agencies provide initial and Agent- Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) regular training in use of force and chemical agents This includes Core Training and annual when appropriate that address: updates for the use of force for all detention ☒ ☐ ☐ staff. The elements of this regulation are identified and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’s Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. (1) known medical and behavioral health 1101.02, II-8, Use of Chemical Agent- Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) conditions that would contraindicate certain types of force; The referenced policy and curriculum for ☒ ☐ ☐ weaponless defensive tactics and verbal de- escalation techniques includes knowing of any pre-existing medical and/or behavioral health conditions that would limit or restrict certain UOF techniques. (2) acceptable chemical agents and the methods ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.02, II, Use of Chemical Agent- Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) of application. (3) signs or symptoms that should result in 1101.02, V, 7 and 12, Use of Chemical Agent- ☒ ☐ ☐ Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) immediate referral to medical or behavioral health. (4) instruction on the Constitutional Limitations of ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.02 Use of Chemical Agent- Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) Use of Force. (5) physical training force options that may require 1100, UF Training General Policy Paragraph 1 the use of perishable skills. 1101.03, I-1, a through e OC Training, Use of Mechanical Restraints (UR) ☒ ☐ ☐ The elements of this regulation are identified in and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’s Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. (6) timelines the facility uses to define regular 1101 UF Training, Use of Force (UF) training. The elements of this regulation are identified in and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’s Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. ☒ ☐ ☐ The facility participates in eight-hour course updates annually. This policy requires annual training after initial Core Instruction for UF, UR, and OC. The facility participates in an eight-hour course, updated annually. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 34 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1358 USE OF PHYSICAL RESTRAINTS 1101.03 Use of Mechanical Restraints (UR) The facility administrator, in cooperation with the BSCC staff reviewed the most recent use of physical restraint reports. We also responsible physician and mental health director, shall interviewed youth housed at the facility and develop and implement written policies and procedures facility detention staff. for the use of restraint devices. Restraint devices ☒ ☐ ☐ include any devices which immobilize a youth's The tools used as articulated in regulation are as follows: extremities and/or prevent the youth from being ambulatory. • Handcuffs • Control Hold/ Physical Intervention • Leg Shackles Physical restraints may be used only for those youth 1101.03, Paragraph 3, Use of Mechanical Restraints (UR) who present an immediate danger to themselves or others, who exhibit behavior which results in the BSCC staff observed that all instances of the destruction of property, or reveals the intent to cause ☒ ☐ ☐ use of physical restraints were justifiably self-inflicted physical harm. Physical restraints should used and when less restrictive alternatives were exhausted. be utilized only when it appears less restrictive alternatives would be ineffective in controlling the youth’s behavior. In no case shall restraints be used as punishment or 1101.03, Paragraphs 2 and 3, Use of discipline, or as a substitute for treatment. The use of Mechanical Restraints (UR) restraint devices that attach a youth to a wall, floor or other fixture, including a restraint chair, or through ☒ ☐ ☐ affixing of hands and feet together behind the back (hogtying) is prohibited. The use of restraints on pregnant youth is limited in accordance with Penal Code Section 6030(f) and Welfare and Institutions Code Section 222. The provisions of this section do not apply to the use of 1101.03, UR Within the Facility, Use of handcuffs, shackles or other restraint devices when used Mechanical Restraints (UR) to restrain youth for movement or transportation within ☒ ☐ ☐ the facility. Movement within the facility shall be governed by Section 1358.5, Use of Restraint Devices for Movement Within the Facility. Youth shall be placed in restraints only with the approval 1101.03, Paragraph 1, Use of Mechanical of the facility manager or designee. The facility manager Restraints (UR) may delegate authority to place a youth in restraints to a 1101.02, B-1, Use of Chemical Agent- Oleoresin physician. Reasons for continued retention in restraints Capsicum (OC) shall be reviewed and documented at a minimum of ☒ ☐ ☐ The facility maintains direct visual every hour. observation of the youth and observation shall be documented every five minutes on the “At Risk Behavior Checklist”. A medical opinion on the safety of placement and 1101.03, B-2, Use of Mechanical Restraints retention shall be secured as soon as possible, but no (UR) later than two hours from the time of placement. The ☒ ☐ ☐ youth shall be medically cleared for continued retention BSCC staff interviewed medical staff to help confirm that medical staff provide ongoing at least every three hours thereafter. review and assessment while a youth is in mechanical or any type of restraint. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 35 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS A mental health consultation shall be secured as soon as 1101.03, B-3, Use of Mechanical Restraints possible, but in no case longer than four hours from the (UR) time of placement, to assess the need for mental health treatment. ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff interviewed mental health staff to help confirm that medical staff provide ongoing review and assessment while a youth is in mechanical or any type of restraint. Continuous direct visual supervision shall be conducted 1101.03, A-6, Use of Mechanical Restraints to ensure that the restraints are properly employed, and (UR) to ensure the safety and well-being of the youth. Observations of the youth's behavior and any staff ☒ ☐ ☐ Through documentation review and interviews with detention and medical staff, interventions shall be documented at least every 15 BSCC staff were able to confirm that the minutes, with actual time of the documentation recorded. youth remained under constant supervision until the restraints were removed. In addition to the requirements above, policies and ☒ ☐ ☐ procedures shall address: (a) documentation of the circumstances leading to an 1101.02, C, Use of Chemical Agent- Oleoresin ☒ ☐ ☐ application of restraints. Capsicum (OC) (b) known medical conditions that would contraindicate 1101.03, Paragraph 2, Use of Mechanical ☒ ☐ ☐ certain restraint devices and/or techniques. Restraints (UR) (c) acceptable restraint devices. 1101 General Policy, Paragraph 2 Handcuffs, Vinyl Restraints, and Shackles ☒ ☐ ☐ • Handcuffs • Leg Shackles (d) signs or symptoms which should result in 1101.03, B-1, c, and f, Use of Mechanical immediate medical/mental health referral. Restraints (UR) ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff observed that the facility utilizes an “At Risk Behavior Checklist” form and documents the need for immediate referral. (e) availability of cardiopulmonary resuscitation 1101.03, A-8, Use of Mechanical Restraints ☒ ☐ ☐ equipment. (UR) (f) protective housing of restrained youth. While in 1101.03, A-6, Use of Mechanical Restraints restraint devices, all youth shall be housed alone or (UR) ☒ ☐ ☐ in a specified housing area for restrained youth which makes provision to protect the youth from abuse. (g) provision for hydration and sanitation needs. ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.03, A-8, Use of Mechanical Restraints (UR) (h) exercising of extremities. ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.03, A-8, Use of Mechanical Restraints (UR) 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 36 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1358.5 USE OF RESTRAINT DEVICES FOR 1101.03 UR Within the Facility, Use of MOVEMENT AND TRANSPORTATION WITHIN THE Mechanical Restraints (UR) FACILITY. BSCC staff reviewed incident reports for this regulation, mostly involving mutual physical combat between youth. In all cases, The Facility Administrator, in cooperation with the mechanical restraints were used to move a responsible physician and behavioral/mental health ☒ ☐ ☐ combative youth to his/her room. The director, shall develop and implement written policies observations and documentation were and procedures for the use of restraint devices when complete. the purpose is for movement or transportation within the facility that shall include the following: HCJH meets Title 15 minimum standards for the elements of this regulation, describes the incident, and justifies the use of restraints for each application of restraints used. (a) identification of acceptable restraint devices, staff 1101.03, Paragraph 2, Use of Mechanical approved to utilize restraint devices and the Restraints (UR) required training. The elements of this regulation are identified ☒ ☐ ☐ in and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’s Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. The facility allows Handcuffs and leg shackles. (b) the circumstances leading to the application of ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.03, Paragraph 2, Use of Mechanical restraints must be documented. Restraints (UR) (c) an individual assessment of the need to apply 1101.03, Paragraph 1, Use of Mechanical restraints for movement or transportation that Restraints (UR) includes consideration of less restrictive alternatives, consideration of a youth’s known ☒ ☐ ☐ medical or mental health conditions, trauma informed approaches, and a process for documentation and supervisor review and approval. (d) consideration of safety and security of the facility, 1101.03, Paragraph 1, Use of Mechanical with a clearly defined expectation that restraint ☒ ☐ ☐ Restraints (UR) devices shall not be used for the purposes of discipline or retaliation. (e) the use of restraints on pregnant youth is limited in 1101.08 C Pregnant Detainees in Custody ☒ ☐ ☐ accordance with Penal Code Section6030(f) and Welfare and Institutions Code Section 222. 1359 SAFETY ROOM PROCEDURES There is no Safety Room at the facility. (a) The facility administrator, and where applicable, in cooperation with the responsible physician, shall develop and implement written policies and procedures governing the use of safety rooms, as described in Title 24, Part 2, Section 1230.1.13. The room shall be used to hold only those youth who ☐ ☐ ☒ present an immediate danger to themselves or others, who exhibit behavior which results in the destruction of property, or reveals the intent to cause self-inflicted physical harm. A safety room shall not be used for punishment or discipline, or as a substitute for treatment. Policies and procedures shall: 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 37 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (1) include provisions for administration of necessary nutrition and fluids, access to a ☐ ☐ ☒ toilet, and suitable clothing to provide for privacy; (2) provide for approval of the facility manager, or ☐ ☐ ☒ designee, before a youth is placed into a safety room; (3) provide for continuous direct visual supervision and documentation of the youth's behavior and ☐ ☐ ☒ any staff interventions every 15 minutes, with actual time recorded; (4) provide that the youth shall be evaluated by the ☐ ☐ ☒ facility manager, or designee, every four hours; (5) provide for immediate medical assessment, ☐ ☐ ☒ where appropriate, or an assessment at the next daily sick call; and, (6) provide a process for documenting the reason for placement, including attempts to use less ☐ ☐ ☒ restrictive means of control, and decisions to continue and end placement. (b) The placement of a youth in the safety room shall be ☐ ☐ ☒ accomplished in accordance with the following: (1) safety room shall not be used before other less restrictive options have been attempted and ☐ ☐ ☒ exhausted, unless attempting those options poses a threat to the safety or security of any youth or staff. (2) safety room shall not be used for the purposes ☐ ☐ ☒ of punishment, coercion, convenience, or retaliation by staff. (3) safety room shall not be used to the extent that ☐ ☐ ☒ it compromises the mental and physical health of the youth. (c) A youth may be held up to four hours in the safety room. After the youth has been held in the safety ☐ ☐ ☒ room for a period of four hours, staff shall do one or more of the following: (1) return the youth to general population. ☐ ☐ ☒ (2) consult with mental health or medical staff, ☐ ☐ ☒ (3) develop an individualized plan that includes the ☐ ☐ ☒ goals and objectives to be met in order to reintegrate the youth to general population. (d) If confinement in the safety room must be extended beyond four hours, staff shall develop an individualized plan that includes the requirements ☐ ☐ ☒ of Section 1354.5 and the goals and objectives to be met in order to integrate the youth to general population. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 38 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1360 SEARCHES 1305 Search Procedures, Section I The facility administrator shall develop and implement BSCC staff reviewed intake documentation written policies and procedures governing the search of and other facility search protocol youth, the facility, and visitors. Policies and procedures ☒ ☐ ☐ documentation, as well as the above policy. shall provide that: We also interviewed youth housed at the facility, as well as detention staff. The facility complies with Title 15 minimum standards of this regulation. (a) Searches shall be conducted to ensure the safety 1305, I, Search Procedures ☒ ☐ ☐ and security of the facility, public, visitors, youth, and staff. (b) Searches shall be conducted in a manner that 1305, I, II, and IV, Search Procedures preserves the privacy and dignity of the person being searched and shall not be conducted for ☒ ☐ ☐ The facility complies with Title 15 minimum standards of this regulation. harassment or as a form of discipline or punishment. (c) Strip searches and visual or physical body cavity 1305, II, b and c Search Procedures searches shall comply with Penal Code Section 4030. The facility maintains expectations for strip searches pursuant to PC 4030, for pre- ☒ ☐ ☐ detention youth and post-detention youth. All strip searches must be approved in advance of the search. BSCC staff reviewed intake documentation and no strip searches were reported. (d) Physical body cavity searches shall only be 1305, II, d, Search Procedures conducted by a medical professional. Per definition in policy, visual body cavity searches are strip searches and therefore require justification and authorization. ☒ ☐ ☐ Physical body cavity searches can only be conducted by medical personnel. Our review of the Search Authorization forms included the request, the reason for the request, and the supervisor’s authorization (e) Any youth held after a detention hearing shall only 1305, VIII, Search Procedures be strip searched with prior approval of a supervisor when there is reasonable suspicion based on ☒ ☐ ☐ specific and articulable facts to believe that youth is concealing contraband. The reasonable suspicion shall be documented. (f) Searches of transgender and intersex youth shall 200.18, V and 1305, X Last Paragraph, comply with Section 1352.5. Search Procedures ☒ ☐ ☐ The facility has protocols in the policy addressing expectations for staff related to searching for youth who are transgender (g) Cross-gender pat-down searches and strip 1305, IV Privacy of Searches, Search searches are prohibited except in exigent Procedures ☒ ☐ ☐ circumstances or when conducted by a medical professional. Such searches must be justified and documented in writing. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 39 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1361 GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE 500.02, Grievance Procedures The facility administrator shall develop and implement BSCC staff reviewed the grievances and for written policies and procedures whereby any youth may each month of April, May, and June. We also appeal and have resolved grievances relating to any reviewed due process documentation. BSCC condition of confinement, including but not limited to staff also interviewed youth housed at the health care services, classification decisions, program ☒ ☐ ☐ facility, as well as detention staff. participation, telephone, mail or visiting procedures, food, clothing, bedding, mistreatment, harassment or violations of the nondiscrimination policy. There shall be no time limit on filing grievances. Policies and procedures shall include provisions whereby the facility manager ensures: (a) a grievance form and instructions for registering a 500.02, Definition 2, Grievance Procedures grievance, which includes provisions for the youth to have free access to the form; During our physical inspection, we observed that grievances were readily available to ☒ ☐ ☐ youth. In addition, the grievance lockbox is shared with the medical request slip lockbox. The lock box is located in the housing unit to allow youth to confidentially submit a grievance if needed. (b) the youth shall have the option to confidentially file 500.02, Definition 2, Grievance Procedures the grievance or to deliver the form to any youth supervision staff working in the facility; ☒ ☐ ☐ The youth were aware of the grievance procedures, the location of the grievances and, the grievance lockbox to confidentially file a grievance if needed. (c) resolution of the grievance at the lowest appropriate ☒ ☐ ☐ 500.02, Definition 3, Grievance Procedures staff level; (d) provision for a prompt review and initial response to 500.02, Definition 3, Grievance Procedures grievances within three (3) business days, ☒ ☐ ☐ 500.02, Steps 2-a and 3, Grievance grievances that relate to health and safety issues Procedures must be addressed immediately; (1) The youth may elect to be present to explain 500.02, Definition 3-A and Step 2, a Grievance his/her version of the grievance to a person not Procedures directly involved in the circumstances which led ☒ ☐ ☐ to the grievance. The youth interviewed indicated that during the intake and orientation process, the grievance procedure was clearly explained (2) Provision for a staff representative approved by ☒ ☐ ☐ 500.02, Definition 3-B and Step 2, b, Grievance the facility administrator to assist the youth. Procedures (e) provision for a written response to the grievance 500.02, Definition 5 and Step 2, c, Grievance which includes the reasons for the decisions; Procedures ☒ ☐ ☐ The documentation as well as interviews show that detention staff respond professionally (f) a system which provides that any appeal of a 500.02, Definition 6 and Step 2, d, Grievance grievance shall be heard by a person not directly ☒ ☐ ☐ Procedures involved in the circumstances which led to the grievance; (g) resolution of the grievance must occur within ten 500.02, Step 3, 5, Grievance Procedures (10) business days unless circumstances dictate a ☒ ☐ ☐ longer time frame. The youth shall be notified of The documentation as well as interviews any delay; and, show that detention staff respond to grievances in a timely fashion. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 40 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (h) the policy shall provide multiple internal and 500.02, Definition 4, Grievance Procedures ☒ ☐ ☐ external methods to report sexual abuse and sexual harassment. Whether or not associated with a grievance, concerns 500.02, Page 4, NOTE, Grievance of parents, guardians, staff or other parties shall be Procedures addressed and documented in accordance with written policies and procedures within a specified timeframe. ☒ ☐ ☐ The Facility Manager, SJCO, Sr. JCO, or Shift Leader shall address any concerns, whether associated with a grievance, of parents, guardians, staff, or other parties within two calendar days. 1362 REPORTING OF INCIDENTS 1004.03 Filling Shift Reports 1004.04 Special Incident Reports A written report of all incidents which result in physical harm, use of force, serious threat of physical harm, or Throughout the inspection process, written death of an employee, youth or other person(s) shall be ☒ ☐ ☐ reports of various incidents and Shift reports maintained. Such written record shall be prepared by the were reviewed. In review, HCJH incident staff and submitted to the facility manager by the end of reports are written and prepared as required the shift, unless additional time is necessary and by Title 15 minimum standards. authorized by the facility manager or designee. 1363 USE OF REASONABLE FORCE TO COLLECT 400.08, 8-a, Obtaining DNA Samples/Palm DNA SPECIMENS, SAMPLES, IMPRESSIONS Prints (a) Pursuant to Penal Code Section 298.1 authorized Compliance with this regulation is based law enforcement, custodial, or corrections solely on a review of the policy and personnel including peace officers, may employ procedure manual as the use of force to reasonable force to collect blood specimens, saliva ☐ ☐ ☒ collect DNA has not been conducted during samples, and thumb or palm print impressions from this inspection cycle. individuals who are required to provide such This policy states staff will advise the youth samples, specimens or impressions pursuant to of their court-ordered obligation to submit Penal Code Section 296 and who refuse following DNA, however, if the youth refuses staff will written or oral request. notify the assigned DPO of the refusal and the youth may be returned to Court. (1) For the purpose of this section, the “use of It is the Policy of Humboldt County Juvenile reasonable force” shall be defined as the force Hall that force will not be used to collect DNA that an objective, trained and competent specimens, samples, or impressions. ☐ ☐ ☒ correctional employee, faced with similar facts and circumstances, would consider necessary and reasonable to gain compliance with this section. (2) The use of reasonable force shall be preceded by It is the Policy of Humboldt County Juvenile efforts to secure voluntary compliance. Efforts to Hall that force will not be used to collect DNA secure voluntary compliance shall be specimens, samples, or impressions. ☐ ☐ ☒ documented and include an advisement of the legal obligation to provide the requisite specimen, sample or impression and the consequences of refusal. (b) The force shall not be used without the prior written Per the above policy, if a youth refuses to authorization of the supervising officer on duty. The cooperate with the sample collection, the authorization shall include information that reflects ☐ ☐ ☒ force will not be used in the collection of the fact that the offender was asked to provide the samples except as authorized by a court order. requisite specimen, sample, or impression and refused. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 41 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (1) If the use of reasonable force includes a cell It is the Policy of Humboldt County Juvenile extraction, the extraction shall be videotaped. Hall that force will not be used to collect DNA Video shall be directed at the cell extraction specimens, samples, or impressions. event. The videotape shall be retained by the ☐ ☐ ☒ agency for the length of time required by statute. Notwithstanding the use of the video as evidence in a court proceeding, the tape shall be retained administratively. 1370 EDUCATION PROGRAM 100.04 Procedure A, Education Program/Von Humboldt High School (a) School Programs In part, compliance was confirmed as part The County Board of Education shall provide for the of the required annual, Title 15, Section administration and operation of juvenile court schools in 1313 County Inspection and Evaluation of conjunction with the Chief Probation Officer, or designee Building and Grounds evaluation. The pursuant to applicable State laws. The school and facility facility was evaluated on September 2, administrators shall develop and implement written policy 2022, and completed by Gayle Conway and procedures to ensure communication and Director of Student Services Northern coordination between educators and probation staff. Humboldt Union High School District. Culturally responsive and trauma-informed approaches The facility operates the Von Humboldt should be applied when providing instruction. Education School through the Humboldt County Office staff should collaborate with the facility administrator to of Education. use technology to facilitate learning and ensure safe technology practices. The facility administrator shall There is one teacher and one aide request an annual review of each required element of the ☒ ☐ ☐ operating one of the two classrooms on program by the Superintendent of Schools, and a report site. The second classroom is used or review checklist on compliance, deficiencies, and including, but not limited to assisting high corrective action needed to achieve compliance with this school graduates with their education section. Such a review, when conducted, cannot be transition plans through taking online delegated to the principal or any other staff of any courses. juvenile court school site. The Superintendent of Schools shall conduct this review in conjunction with a qualified BSCC staff interviewed education staff, outside agency or individual. Upon receipt of the review, (Principal). The School Principal reported the facility administrator or designee shall review each that the collaborative communication between education services and probation is item with the Superintendent of Schools and shall take well-balanced. Together, both agencies whatever corrective action is necessary to address each ensure culturally responsive and trauma- deficiency and to fully protect the educational interests of informed approaches are applied when all youth in the facility. providing instruction. BSCC staff also interviewed youth detained at the facility and physically inspected the classrooms. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 42 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (b) Required Elements 100.04 Procedure A, Page 2, Paragraph 2, Education Program/Von Humboldt High School The facility school program shall comply with the State Education Code and County Board of Education policies, Compliance was confirmed as part of the all applicable federal education statutes and regulations required annual, Title 15, Section 1313 and provide for an annual evaluation of the educational County Inspection and Evaluation of Building program offerings. As stated in the 2009 California and Grounds evaluation. The facility was Standards for the Teaching Profession, teachers shall evaluated on September 2, 2022, and ☒ ☐ ☐ establish and maintain learning environments that are completed by Gayle Conway Dir of Student Services Northern Humboldt Union High physically, emotionally, and intellectually safe. Youth School District. shall be provided a rigorous, quality educational program that responds to the different learning styles and abilities Youth in detention are afforded Common of students and prepares them for high school Core classroom instruction. The curriculum graduation, career entry, and post-secondary education. prepares the youth for online classes with the College of the Redwoods, a local community college. All youth shall be treated equally, and the education 100.04 Procedure A, Page 1, Paragraph 2, program shall be free from discriminatory action. Staff Education Program/Von Humboldt High School shall refer to transgender, intersex and gender- nonconforming youth by their preferred name and BSCC staff physically inspected classrooms ☒ ☐ ☐ and interviewed the high school Principal. gender. We found that the learning environment and the quality of educational programming meet the Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. (1) The course of study shall comply with the State 100.04 Procedure A, Page 2, Paragraph 3, Education Code and include, but not be limited Education Program/Von Humboldt High School to, courses required for high school graduation. The school program offers Core Curriculum via Chrome Books which provides online coursework that enables students to work ☒ ☐ ☐ independently for hybrid learning. The school has the MARS Program to provide students with video, photo, and editing skills; a Senior Portfolio program; support from the Cal Jobs Program; a food handlers program for Serve-Safe certificates; and driver education classes. (2) Information and preparation for the High School 100.04 Procedure A, Page 2, Paragraph 3, Equivalency Test as approved by the California Education Program/Von Humboldt High School Department of Education shall be made available to eligible youth. ☒ ☐ ☐ The school program offers Core Curriculum via Chrome Books which provides online coursework that enables students and high school graduates to take online college courses. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 43 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (3) Youth shall be informed of post-secondary 100.04 Procedure A, Page 2, Paragraph 1, education and vocational opportunities. Education Program/Von Humboldt High School The Office of Ed provides supervised online learning via the College of the Redwoods for high school graduate youth or fully enrolled ☒ ☐ ☐ youth. In addition, teachers provide a life skills elective component every Friday to keep youth engaged. There is a 24th Century Technology component that offers computer instruction, photoshop learning, and technology-related curriculums for students each week. (4) Administration of the High School Equivalency 100.04 Procedure A, Page 2, Paragraph 1, Tests as approved by the California Department ☒ ☐ ☐ Education Program/Von Humboldt High School of Education, shall be made available when possible. (5) Supplemental instruction shall be afforded to 100.04 Procedure A, Page 1, Paragraph 1, youth who do not demonstrate sufficient Education Program/Von Humboldt High School progress towards grade level standards. There is a paraprofessional in the classroom ☒ ☐ ☐ assisting the teacher with those youth who need supplemental instruction. Per the annual education services evaluation, HCJH is compliant with Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. (6) The minimum school day shall be consistent with 100.04 Procedure B, Page 3, Paragraph 2, State Education Code Requirements for juvenile Education Program/Von Humboldt High School court schools. The facility administrator, in conjunction with education staff, must ensure The school day is from Monday through ☒ ☐ ☐ Friday from 8:30 am - 2:10 pm. that operational procedures do not interfere with Per the annual education services the time afforded for the minimum instructional evaluation, HCJH is compliant with Title 15 day. Absences, time out of class or educational minimum standards for this regulation. instruction, both excused and unexcused, shall be documented. (7) Education shall be provided to all youth 100.04 Procedure B, Page 3, Paragraph 2, regardless of classification, housing, security Education Program/Von Humboldt High School status, disciplinary or separation status, including room confinement, except when Chrome Books and Life Skills are offered to ☒ ☐ ☐ high school graduates. In addition, all youth providing education poses an immediate threat have access to virtual reality (VR) equipment to the safety of self or others. Education for VR career Technology courses. includes, but is not limited to, related services as provided in a youth’s Section 504 Plan or Individualized Education Program (IEP). (c) School Discipline 100.04 Procedure C, Page 3, Paragraph 2, Education Program/Von Humboldt High School (1) Positive behavior management will be implemented to reduce the need for disciplinary Juvenile Hall staff provide program action in the school setting and be integrated into assistance in integrating the Juvenile Hall the facility's overall behavioral management plan ☒ ☐ ☐ behavior management "Step Score" program and security system. into the overall school program. In doing so, Juvenile Hall staff collaborates with the school department to create a positive atmosphere through the use of the Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) framework. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 44 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (2) School staff shall be advised of administrative 100.04 Procedure C, Page 3, Paragraph 2, decisions made by probation staff that may Education Program/Von Humboldt High School affect the educational programming of students. ☒ ☐ ☐ During an interview, the school Principal expressed that Probation does well in keeping education staff advised of circumstances that may affect a student. (3) Except as otherwise provided by the State 100.04 Procedure C, Page 3, Paragraph 1 Education Code, expulsion/suspension from school shall be imposed only when other means of correction fails to bring about proper conduct. School staff shall follow the appropriate due ☒ ☐ ☐ process safeguards as set forth in the State Education Code including the rights of students with special needs. School staff shall document the other means of correction used prior to imposing expulsion/ suspension if an expulsion/suspension is ultimately imposed. (4) The facility administrator, in conjunction with 100.04 Procedure C, Page 3, Paragraph 2, education staff will develop policies and Education Program/Von Humboldt High School procedures that address the rights of any student who has continuing difficulty completing ☒ ☐ ☐ Educational services provide supplemental assistance to youth through a school day. paraprofessionals who are in the classroom during the week. The classroom teacher also provides added assistance when needed. (d) Provisions for Special Populations 100.04 Procedure B-3, Education Program/Von Humboldt High School (1) State and federal laws and regulations shall be observed for all individuals with disabilities or Educational services provide supplemental suspected disabilities. This includes but is not ☒ ☐ ☐ assistance to youth through limited to child find, assessment, continuum of paraprofessionals who are in the classroom alternative placements, manifestation during the week. determination reviews, and implementation of Section 504 Plans and Individualized Education Programs. (2) Youth identified as English Learners (EL) shall be 100.04 Procedure A, Page 1, Paragraph 2, afforded an educational program that addresses Education Program/Von Humboldt High School ☒ ☐ ☐ their language needs pursuant to all applicable state and federal laws and regulations governing programs for EL students. (e) Educational Screening and Admission 100.04 Procedure B, Page 2, Paragraph 1, Education Program/Von Humboldt High School (1) Youth shall be interviewed after admittance and ☒ ☐ ☐ a record maintained that documents a youth's BSCC staff interviewed education staff educational history, including but not limited to: (Principal), as well as youth detained at the facility to assist in confirming compliance with the elements of this regulation. (A) School progress/school history; ☒ ☐ ☐ 100.04 Procedure B-1, Education Program/Von Humboldt High School (B) Home Language Survey and the results of 100.04 Procedure B-2, Education ☒ ☐ ☐ the State Test used for English language Program/Von Humboldt High School proficiency; 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 45 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (C) Needs and services of special populations 100.04 Procedure B-3, Education as defined by the State Education Code, Program/Von Humboldt High School including but not limited to, students with ☒ ☐ ☐ special needs. Per the annual education services evaluation, HCJH is compliant with Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. (D) Discipline problems. ☒ ☐ ☐ 100.04 Procedure B-4 (2) Youth will be immediately enrolled in school. 100.04 Procedure B, Page 2, Paragraph 2, Educational staff shall conduct an assessment Education Program/Von Humboldt High School to determine the youth's general academic ☒ ☐ ☐ functioning levels to enable placement in core The Education Department employs school curriculum courses. personnel to ensure compliance with this regulation. (3) After admission to the facility, a preliminary 100.04 Procedure B, Page 2, Paragraph 2, education plan shall be developed for each Education Program/Von Humboldt High School youth within five school days. ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff interviewed education services staff and reviewed student records to confirm compliance with the elements of this regulation. (4) Upon enrollment, education staff shall comply 100.04 Procedure B, Page 3, Paragraph 2, with the State Education Code and request the Education Program/Von Humboldt High School youth's records from his/her prior school(s), including, but not limited to, transcripts, The Education Department employs school Individual Education Program (IEP), 504 Plan, personnel to ensure compliance with this ☒ ☐ ☐ state language assessment scores, regulation immunization records, exit grades, and partial credits. Upon receipt of the transcripts, the youth's educational plan shall be reviewed with the youth and modified as needed. Youth should be informed of the credits they need to graduate. (f) Educational Reporting 100.04 Procedure B, Page 2, Paragraph 1, Education Program/Von Humboldt High School (1) The complete facility educational record of the ☒ ☐ ☐ youth shall be forwarded to the next educational The Education Department employs school placement in accordance with the State personnel to ensure compliance with this Education Code. regulation. (2) The County Superintendent of Schools shall 100.04 Procedure B, Page 2, Paragraph 1, provide appropriate credit (full or partial) for Education Program/Von Humboldt High School ☒ ☐ ☐ course work completed while in juvenile court school in accordance with the State Education Code. (g) Transition and Re-Entry Planning 100.04 Procedure A, Page 3, Paragraph 1, Education Program/Von Humboldt High (1) The Superintendent of Schools and the Chief School Probation Officer or designee, shall develop policies and procedures to meet the transition ☒ ☐ ☐ needs of youth, including the development of an The youth’s assigned DPO, behavioral education transition plan, in accordance with the health, and skills coach collaborate to ensure State Education Code and in alignment with Title a CFT is scheduled for transition planning 15, Minimum Standards for Juvenile Facilities, prior to the youth’s release from JH. Section 1355. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 46 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (h) Post-Secondary Education Opportunities 100.04 Procedure A and B, Education Program/Von Humboldt High School (1) The school and facility administrator should, whenever possible, collaborate with local post- ☒ ☐ ☐ Career Zone curriculum for technical trades secondary education providers to facilitate offers computer instruction, photo shop access to educational and vocational learning, and technology-related curriculums opportunities for youth that considers the use of for students each week. technology to implement these programs. 1371 PROGRAMS, RECREATION, AND 1403.01 Statement Defining Programs EXERCISE. Recreation and Exercise 1403.02 Recreation, Programming, and Activities The facility administrator shall develop and implement BSCC staff reviewed the above policies and written policies and procedures for programs, ☒ ☐ ☐ procedures, programming/ activity logs, and recreation, and exercise for all youth. The intent is to pertinent documentation for the months of minimize the amount of time youth are in their rooms or April, May, and June of 2023. their bed area. The facility’s policy and procedure are applicable to the elements of this regulation, as required. Juvenile facilities shall provide the opportunity for 1403.01 Statement Defining Programs programs, recreation, and exercise a minimum of three Recreation and Exercise, Paragraph 3 hours a day during the week and five hours a day each ☒ ☐ ☐ Saturday, Sunday or other non-school days, of which one hour shall be an outdoor activity, weather permitting. A youth’s participation in programs, recreation, and 1403.01 Statement Defining Programs exercise may be suspended only upon a written finding Recreation and Exercise, Paragraph 2 ☒ ☐ ☐ by the administrator/manager or designee that a youth represents a threat to the safety and security of the facility. Such program, recreation, and exercise schedule shall ☒ ☐ ☐ 1403.01 Statement Defining Programs be posted in the living units. Recreation and Exercise, Paragraph 2 There will be a written annual review of the programs, 1403.01 Statement Defining Programs recreation, and exercise by the responsible agency to Recreation and Exercise, Paragraph 3 ensure content offered is current, consistent, and relevant to the population. A letter provided by Facility Program Manager, Dayna Wilcox, confirmed that an ☒ ☐ ☐ annual review of the programs, recreation, and exercise by the responsible agency was conducted to ensure content offered is current, consistent, and relevant to the population. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 47 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (a) Programs. All youth shall be provided with the 1403.01 Statement Defining Programs opportunity for at least one hour of daily Recreation and Exercise, Paragraph 1 programming to include, but not be limited to, trauma focused, cognitive, evidence-based, best practice To confirm compliance, BSCC staff reviewed the program’s Exercise and Recreation interventions that are culturally relevant and policy and procedure, logs, and pertinent linguistically appropriate, or pro-social interventions documentation for the months of March, and activities designed to reduce recidivism. These April, and May of 2023. We also interviewed programs should be based on the youth’s individual detention staff as well as youth housed at the needs as required by Sections 1355 and 1356. Such facility. programs may be provided under the direction of the ☒ ☐ ☐ Chief Probation Officer or the County Office of In collaboration with education services, Education and can be administered by county behavioral health services, and probation, partners such as mental health agencies, community the facility conducts an array of programs based organizations, faith-based organizations or that are trauma-focused, cognitive, evidence- Probation staff. based, and best practice interventions that are culturally relevant and pro-social Programs may include but are not limited to: interventions and activities. These programs include, but are not limited to, Interactive Journaling, Boys to Men, and Aggression Replacement Training (ART). (1) Cognitive Behavior Interventions; 1403.01 Statement Defining Programs (2) Management of Stress and Trauma; Recreation and Exercise, Paragraph 1, 1-17 (3) Anger Management; (4) Conflict Resolution; (5) Juvenile Justice System; Programs are facilitated by JCO staff, (6) Trauma-related interventions; community volunteers/partners, Behavior (7) Victim Awareness; Health, and the Office of Education (8) Self-Improvement; Services. (9) Parenting Skills and support; (10) Tolerance and Diversity; Programs include, but are not limited to, the (11) Healing Informed Approaches; following: ☒ ☐ ☐ (12) Interventions by Credible Messengers; (13) Gender Specific Programming; Anger Management Training (ART); (14) Art, creative writing, or self-expression; Substance Use Disorder Groups; (15) CPR and First Aid training; Independent Living Skills; Restorative (16) Restorative Justice or Civic Engagement; Conferencing; Community Meetings (All (17) Career and leadership opportunities; and, youth monthly); Bullying Curriculum; (18) Other topics suitable to the youth population. Empowerment and Mentorship Curriculums; Boys to Men; Ink People Art Education; Religious Services; Pro-Social Passes; Project Rebound; Exercise and Recreation Programs; and AA/NA. (b) Recreation. All youth shall be provided the 1403.02 Recreation, Programming, and opportunity for at least one hour of daily access to Activities, I through IV unscheduled activities such as leisure reading, letter ☒ ☐ ☐ writing, and entertainment. Activities shall be supervised and include orientation and may include coaching of youth. (c) Exercise. All youth shall be provided with the 1403.01 Statement Defining Programs opportunity for at least one hour of large muscle Recreation and Exercise, Paragraph 1 activity each day. ☒ ☐ ☐ After a review of programming activity logs, and interviews with youth housed at the facility and detention staff, Humboldt County JH meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 48 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS The administrator/manager may suspend, for a period 1403.01 Statement Defining Programs not to exceed 24 hours, access to recreation and Recreation and Exercise, Paragraph 2 ☒ ☐ ☐ programs. The administrator/manager shall document the reasons why suspension of recreation and programs occurs. 1372 RELIGIOUS PROGRAM 500.01 Materials & Procedures for Detainee Orientation, I-6 The facility administrator shall provide access to 1404.02 Religious Programming religious services and/or religious counseling at least once each week. Attendance shall be voluntary. A youth ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff concluded that the facility meets shall be allowed to participate in an activity outside of compliance with Title 15 minimum standards their room if he/she elects not to participate in religious for this regulation. programs. Religious programs shall provide for: (a) opportunity for religious services and practices; 500.01 Materials & Procedures for Detainee Orientation, I-6 1404.02 Religious Programming ☒ ☐ ☐ Through interviews with youth housed at the facility and a review of the programming schedules, we were able to determine that Humboldt County JH meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. (b) availability of clergy; and, 500.01 Materials & Procedures for Detainee ☒ ☐ ☐ Orientation, I-6 1404.02 Religious Programming (c) availability of religious diets. 500.01 Materials & Procedures for Detainee Orientation, I-6 1404.02 Religious Programming Through documentation and interviews with youth housed at the facility, medical staff, and food services personnel, we were able ☒ ☐ ☐ to determine that HCJH complies with the Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. Per policy, the agency honors religious diets. This regulation was further confirmed through interviewing food services personnel. 1373 WORK PROGRAM 1405 Juvenile Assigned Work Service Program (JAWS) The facility administrator shall develop policies and procedures regarding the fair and consistent assignment A review of policy and procedures revealed of youth to work programs. Work assigned to a youth ☒ ☐ ☐ compliance with this regulation. shall be meaningful, constructive and related to vocational training or increasing a youth's sense of responsibility. Work programs shall not be imposed as a disciplinary measure 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 49 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1374 VISITING 800.01 Visitation The facility administrator shall develop and implement BSCC staff reviewed visiting policy and written policies and procedures for visiting, that include procedure, visiting schedules, and logs for provisions for special visits. Youth shall be allowed to March, April, May, and June of 2023. We receive visits by parents, guardians or persons standing also interviewed youth and detention staff. ☒ ☐ ☐ in loco parentis, and children of youth. Other family Based on information received and members, such as grandparents and siblings, and interviews, BSCC staff conclude that HCJH supportive adults, may be allowed to visit with the complies with Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. approval of the facility administrator or designee, and in conjunction with the youth’s case plan or in the best interest of the youth. All visits shall occur at reasonable times, subject only to 800.01 Visitation the limitations necessary to maintain order and security. Visitation shall not be denied solely based on the visitor’s HCJH ensures visiting occurs at reasonable criminal history. The staff shall determine in each case, times and if a visitor is denied, the youth ☒ ☐ ☐ affected is notified. whether the visitor’s criminal history represents a risk to the safety of youth or staff in the facility. Any denial of visitation or limitation on visitations shall be communicated to the youth, person denied and facility administrator. Opportunity for visitation shall be a minimum of two hours 800.01 Visitation per week. Visits may be supervised, but conversations shall not be monitored unless there is a security or safety The facility offers one-hour visits two days need. per week, Wednesday 5:00-6:00 pm and ☒ ☐ ☐ Saturday and Sunday 12:15-1:15 pm A review of visiting logs and interviews with youth confirm that HCJH ensures youth have an opportunity to have visitation for a minimum of two hours per week. Provisions for special visits, in addition to the two-hour 800.01 Visitation minimum and/or outside of the regular visiting hours, 800.02 Special Visits shall be accommodated as necessary and within the discretion of the facility administrator or designee. Family ☒ ☐ ☐ therapy and professional visits shall be accommodated outside the provisions of this regulation. Facilities may provide visitation opportunities outside of normal visiting hours to accommodate special visits. The facility may provide access to technology as an ☒ ☐ ☐ alternative, but not as a replacement, to in-person visiting. 1375 CORRESPONDENCE 500.03 Detainee Correspondence - Mail Policy The facility administrator shall develop and implement ☒ ☐ ☐ written policies and procedures for correspondence Staff and youth interviewed as well as a which provide that: review of policy and procedures revealed compliance with this regulation. (a) there is no limitation on the volume of mail that youth 500.01 Materials & Procedures for Detainee may send or receive; Orientation, I-9 ☒ ☐ ☐ 500.03 500.03 Detainee Correspondence- Mail Policy 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 50 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (b) youth may send two letters per week postage free; 500.01 Materials & Procedures for Detainee Orientation, I-9 500.03 Detainee Correspondence- Mail ☒ ☐ ☐ Policy Youth may send an unlimited number of letters each week. (c) youth may correspond confidentially with state and 500.01 Materials & Procedures for Detainee federal courts, any member of the State Bar or holder Orientation, I-9 of public office, and the Board; however, authorized 500.03 Detainee Correspondence- Mail facility staff may open and inspect such mail only to ☒ ☐ ☐ Policy search for contraband and in the presence of the youth; and, (d) incoming and outgoing mail, other than that described 500.01 Materials & Procedures for Detainee in (c), may be read by staff only when there is Orientation, I-9 ☒ ☐ ☐ reasonable cause to believe facility safety and security, public safety, or youth safety is jeopardized. 1376 TELEPHONE ACCESS 500.04 Telephone Access The administrator of each juvenile facility shall develop BSCC staff interviewed detention staff and and implement written policies and procedures to provide interviewed youth housed at the facility. We ☒ ☐ ☐ youth with access to telephone communications. also reviewed policy and procedures. HCJH meets compliance with the elements of this regulation. 1377 ACCESS TO LEGAL SERVICES 500.01 Materials & Procedures for Detainee Orientation, I-5 The facility administrator shall develop written 500.07 Access to Legal Services procedures to ensure the right of youth to have access to ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff interviewed detention staff and the courts and legal services. Such access shall include: interviewed youth housed at the facility. We also reviewed policy and procedures. (a) access, upon request by the youth, to licensed 500.01 Materials & Procedures for Detainee attorneys and their authorized representatives; ☒ ☐ ☐ Orientation, I-5 500.07 Access to Legal Services (b) provision for confidential consultation with 500.07 Access to Legal Services ☒ ☐ ☐ attorneys; and, (c) unlimited postage free, legal correspondence and 500.01 Materials & Procedures for Detainee cost-free telephone access as appropriate. ☒ ☐ ☐ Orientation, I-5 500.07 Access to Legal Services 1390 DISCIPLINE 1101.04 Administration of Discipline The facility administrator shall develop and implement In addition to reviewing policy and written policies and procedures for the discipline of youth procedure, BSCC staff reviewed discipline that shall promote acceptable behavior; including the use due process incident report examples for of positive behavior interventions and supports. the months of April, May, and June of 2023. Discipline shall be imposed at the least restrictive level ☒ ☐ ☐ We also interviewed youth housed at the which promotes the desired behavior and shall not facility and JCO detention staff. include corporal punishment, group punishment, The facility developed a matrix for physical or psychological degradation. Deprivation of the discipline, including sanctions for behaviors following is not permitted: that were fair and reasonable. The sanction matrix allows for consistent and fair treatment of all youth. (a) bed and bedding; ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, A, A 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 51 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (b) daily shower, access to drinking fountain, toilet and 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, A, I, E, personal hygiene items, and clean clothing; and C BSCC staff interviewed youth housed at the ☒ ☐ ☐ facility and detention staff and reviewed documentation to determine that the facility complies with the Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. (c) full nutrition; ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, A, B (d) contact with parent or attorney; ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, A, D (e) exercise; 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, A, F BSCC staff interviewed youth housed at the ☒ ☐ ☐ facility and detention staff and reviewed documentation to determine that the facility complies with the Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. (f) medical services and counseling; 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, A, L ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff interviewed youth, medical staff, and behavioral health staff in addition to reviewing documentation. (g) religious services; ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, A, J (h) clean and sanitary living conditions; ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, A, K (i) the right to send and receive mail; ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, A, H (j) education; and, 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, A, G BSCC staff interviewed youth housed at the facility and Humboldt Office of Education (HOE) staff. We also reviewed documentation. Juvenile Hall staff provide program ☒ ☐ ☐ assistance in integrating the Juvenile Hall behavior management "Step Score" program into the overall school program. In doing so, Juvenile Hall staff collaborates with the school department to create a positive atmosphere through the use of the Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) framework. (k) rehabilitative programming. ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, A, M The facility administrator shall establish rules of conduct 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, B and disciplinary penalties to guide the conduct of youth. Such rules and penalties shall include both major violations and minor violations, be stated simply and ☒ ☐ ☐ Sections A-C lists Minor, Major, and Critical Rule Violations with available sanctions. affirmatively, and be made available to all youth. Provision shall be made to provide accessible information to youth with disabilities, limited English proficiency, or limited literacy. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 52 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1391 DISCIPLINE PROCESS 1101.07 Disciplinary Due Process, II Formal Due Process The facility administrator shall develop and implement written policies and procedures for the administration of BSCC staff reviewed discipline process discipline which shall include, but not be limited to: incident report examples for March, April, and May of 2023 or the 10 most recent examples. We also interviewed youth housed at the facility and detention staff. The Juvenile Correction Officers complete daily point sheets that document youth behavior. The summaries are evaluated ☒ ☐ ☐ each evening to determine the youth’s success in Step advancement which allows for more incentives and privileges, including later bedtimes. The daily points become communitive summaries that outline expectations related to the case plan and overall performance in the program. The agency promotes PBIS, along with the HCOE, which relies on respectful and transparent communication between staff and youth. The Due Process procedure articulates this methodology. (a) designation of personnel authorized to impose 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, First discipline for violation of rules; Sentence ☒ ☐ ☐ All staff receive this designation after core training, with supervisor review post- incident. (b) prohibiting discipline to be delegated to any youth; ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.04 General Policy Line 1 (c) definition of major and minor rule violations and 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, B their consequences, and due process requirements; Sections A-C lists Minor, Major, and Critical Rule Violations with available sanctions. ☒ ☐ ☐ This policy articulates that during the orientation process the minor, moderate, and major rule violations, as well as sanctions and due process requirements are explained to each youth. BSCC staff also interviewed youth and observed that the rules posted were available to youth to review. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 53 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (d) trauma-informed approaches and positive behavior 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, interventions; Paragraphs 1 and 2 Juvenile Hall staff provide program assistance in integrating the Juvenile Hall behavior management "Step Score" program ☒ ☐ ☐ into the overall school program. In doing so, Juvenile Hall staff collaborates with the school department to create a positive atmosphere through the use of the Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) framework. (e) minor rule violations may be handled informally by 1101.07 Disciplinary Due Process, I-A, 3, 4, counseling, advising the youth of expected conduct 5, 7 imposing a minor consequence. Discipline shall be accompanied by written documentation and a BSCC staff reviewed the policy, reviewed ☒ ☐ ☐ discipline sheets, interviewed youth housed policy of review and appeal to a supervisor; and, at the facility, and interviewed detention staff. Our findings confirmed that HCJH meets Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation (f) major rule violations and the discipline process 1101.07 Disciplinary Due Process, II-A, 3 shall be documented and require the following: BSCC staff reviewed the policy, reviewed due process reports, interviewed youth housed at the facility, and interviewed detention staff. Our findings confirmed that ☒ ☐ ☐ HCJH meets Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. Youth are oriented and understand that major rule violations are violations that directly affect the safety and security of the facility and/or disrupt the facility’s operations. (1) written notice of violation prior to a hearing; 1101.07 Disciplinary Due Process, II-e BSCC staff reviewed the policy, reviewed due process reports, interviewed youth ☒ ☐ ☐ housed at the facility, and interviewed detention staff. Our findings confirmed that HCJH meets Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation (2) accommodations provided to youth with 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, B disabilities, limited literacy, and English ☒ ☐ ☐ Paragraph 1 language learners; (3) hearing by a person who is not a party to the 1101.07 Disciplinary Due Process, II ☒ ☐ ☐ incident; Impartial Fact Finder 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 54 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (4) opportunity for the youth to be heard, present 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, B evidence and testimony; Paragraph 1 1101.07 Disciplinary Due Process, II-A, 4-b BSCC staff reviewed discipline process incident report examples for April, May, and June of 2023 that occurred. We also ☒ ☐ ☐ interviewed youth housed at the facility and detention staff. The facility does well in documenting that youth are, in a timely manner, provided the opportunity to appeal a discipline being imposed. (5) provision for youth to be assisted by staff in the 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, B ☒ ☐ ☐ hearing process; Paragraph 1 (6) provision for administrative review. 1101.07 Disciplinary Due Process, II ☒ ☐ ☐ Impartial Fact Finder, A (g) violations that result in a removal from camp or commitment program, but not a return to court, will ☒ ☐ ☐ follow the due process provisions in subsection (e) above. 1410 MANAGEMENT OF COMMUNICABLE Humboldt County Juvenile Hall (HCJH) DISEASES. Policy 600-19 Communicable Disease Policy The health administrator/responsible physician, in This policy addresses the agency policy cooperation with the facility administrator and the local for communicable diseases in general health officer, shall develop written policies and terms as it relates to Title 15 Section procedures to address the identification, treatment, 1410: identification, treatment, control, control and follow-up management of communicable and follow-up management of diseases. The policies and procedures shall address, communicable diseases. but not be limited to: Wellpath Humboldt County Juvenile Hall Policy and Procedures (WHCJH) Reference 71428: Infection Prevention and Control Program This policy articulates all facets of this ☒ ☐ ☐ section of the regulation including, but not limited to, the scope; prevention; limiting the Spread (including the testing of youth); and maintaining the well-being of youth. Humboldt County JH: Protocol and Procedure to Mitigate the Spread of COVID- 19. This document outlines operational procedures for staff to follow when a youth is detained. To aid in confirming compliance with Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation, we reviewed the annual Medical / Mental, Nutrition, and Environmental Health evaluations by qualified evaluators 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 55 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (a) Intake health screening procedures; HCJH Policy 600-19 (a) Intake Screening Procedures HCJH Policy 600-19C Coronavirus Response Plan This policy applies written procedures to address the preparation, prevention, and management of COVID-19, including Screening of Youth at Intake (p. 2) Wellpath Humboldt County California Juvenile Policies and Procedures ☒ ☐ ☐ Reference # 70740 This policy addresses the procedures for receiving/screening of youth entering the facility. A complete health appraisal will be conducted by Health Services staff on all new intakes within 96 hours (excluding holidays) of their admission into detention. BSCC staff interviewed medical personnel to help confirm compliance with the Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. (b) Identification of relevant symptoms; HCJH Policy 600-19 (b) Identification of Relevant Symptoms ☒ ☐ ☐ HCJH Policy 600-19C Coronavirus Response Plan: Preparation Bullet 3 and 5 (c) Referral for medical evaluation; HCJH Policy 600-19 (c) Referral for Medical Evaluation HCJH Policy 600-19C IV-1: Isolation/Reporting requirements. The youth shall be isolated pending medical evaluation. Wellpath Humboldt County California Juvenile Policies and Procedures ☒ ☐ ☐ Reference # 70740, Section 6.5 Receiving Screening Wellpath Humboldt County California Juvenile Policies and Procedures Reference #70740, Section 6.14 Pre-Detention Medical Evaluation BSCC staff interviewed medical personnel to help confirm compliance with the Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 56 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (d) Treatment responsibilities during detention; HCJH Policy 600-19 (d) Treatment responsibilities during Detention HCJH Policy 600-19C Coronavirus Response Plan: Quarantine Protocols Wellpath Humboldt County California ☒ ☐ ☐ Juvenile Policies and Procedures Reference #70740, Section 6.3 and 6.7 Disposition (treatment) of youth post-screening. This operational protocol outlines the treatment responsibilities of medical staff, facility staff, and youth. Wellpath Monitoring for Quarantined Patient Treatment Form. (e) Coordination with public and private community- HCJH Policy 600-19 (e) Coordination with based resources for follow-up treatment; Public and Private community-based resources for follow-up treatment. Wellpath Patient Education Form Wellpath ☒ ☐ ☐ Discharge Instruction Form To aid in confirming compliance with Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation, BSCC staff interviewed medical and behavioral health personnel. (f) Applicable reporting requirements; and, HCJH Policy 600-19 (f) Applicable Reporting Requirements ☒ ☐ ☐ This includes reporting any communicable disease to the Humboldt County Public Health Department according to federal, state, and local laws and regulations. (g) Strategies for handling disease outbreaks. HCJH Policy 600-19 (g) Strategies for handling outbreaks. HCJH Policy 600-19C Coronavirus Response Plan: Preparation Summary Wellpath Humboldt County California Juvenile Policies and Procedures Reference # 70740, Section 6.7 Disposition of Screening and Evaluation-Procedures for housing and treatment. ☒ ☐ ☐ To aid in confirming compliance with Title 15 minimum standards, BSCC staff reviewed the annual Medical/Mental, Nutrition, and Environmental Health evaluations by qualified evaluators. BSCC staff also interviewed medical personnel to help determine that HCJH meets the minimum requirements for this regulation. The policies and procedures shall be updated as The agency continues to follow current and necessary to reflect communicable disease priorities updated Wellpath, Public Health, and CDC ☒ ☐ ☐ identified by the local health officer and currently guidelines for the youth population. recommended public health interventions. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 57 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1433 REQUESTS FOR HEALTH CARE SERVICES HCJH Policy 600-19 (d) Treatment (EXCERPT) responsibilities during Detention The health administrator, in cooperation with the facility The regulation requires that youth shall be provided the opportunity to confidentially administrator, shall develop policy and procedures to convey either through written or verbal establish a daily routine for youth to convey requests for communications, or a request for medical, emergency and non-emergency medical, dental and dental, or behavioral/mental health services. behavioral/mental health care services. ☒ ☐ ☐ During the orientation process, information regarding access to medical services is explained in detail to all youth. BSCC staff discussed the importance of providing a confidential option for all the above services and ensuring the process is consistent. 1480 STANDARD FACILTY CLOTHING ISSUE 500 Materials and Procedures for Detainee Orientation The youth’s personal clothing, undergarments and footwear may be substituted for the institutional clothing ☒ ☐ ☐ and footwear specified in this regulation. The facility has the primary responsibility to provide clothing and footwear. Clothing provisions shall ensure that: (a) Clothing is clean, reasonably fitted, durable, easily BSCC staff interviewed youth and reviewed laundered, in good repair, and free of holes and documentation to determine that the facility ☒ ☐ ☐ tears. meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation (b) The standard issue of climatically suitable clothing ☒ ☐ ☐ for youth shall consist of but not be limited to: (1) Socks and serviceable footwear; 500 Materials and Procedures for Detainee Orientation, I-1 ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff interviewed youth and reviewed documentation to determine that the facility meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation (2) Outer garments; 500 Materials and Procedures for Detainee ☒ ☐ ☐ Orientation 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (3) New non-disposable underwear which shall 500 Materials and Procedures for Detainee remain with the youth throughout their stay, ☒ ☐ ☐ Orientation and; 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (4) Undergarments, that are freshly laundered and 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall free of stains, including tee shirts and bras. BSCC staff interviewed youth and reviewed ☒ ☐ ☐ documentation to determine that the facility meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation (c) Clothing is laundered at the temperature required To aid in confirming compliance with Title 15 by local ordinances for the commercial laundries minimum standards, BSCC staff reviewed and dried completely in a mechanical dryer or other ☒ ☐ ☐ the annual Medical/Mental, Nutrition, and laundry method approved by the local health officer. Environmental Health evaluations by qualified evaluators. (d) Suitable clothing is issued to pregnant youth. ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 58 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1482 CLOTHING EXCHANGE 1007.01 In-house Laundry Procedure, Page 1, Paragraphs 1 and 2 The facility administrator shall develop and implement 1007.02 Shower Preparation written policies and site-specific procedures for the The facility assigns youth their own laundry cleaning and scheduled exchange of clothing. Unless bag to ensure they receive their own clothing work, climatic conditions, or illness necessitates more ☒ ☐ ☐ back after being laundered. frequent exchange, outer garments, except for footwear, shall be exchanged at least once each week. BSCC staff interviewed youth and reviewed Tee shirts, bras, and underwear shall be exchanged documentation to determine that the facility daily; youth shall receive their own underwear back at meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum exchange. standards for this regulation. 1484 CONTROL OF VERMIN IN YOUTH’S 1007.01 In-house Laundry Procedure, Page PERSONAL CLOTHING 2, Paragraph 1 There shall be written policies and site-specific procedures developed and implemented by the facility ☒ ☐ ☐ administrator to control the contamination and/or spread of vermin and ecto-parasites in all youth’s personal clothing. Infested clothing shall be cleaned or stored in a closed container so as to eradicate or stop the spread of the vermin. 1485 ISSUE OF PERSONAL CARE ITEMS 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall There shall be written policies and site-specific procedures developed and implemented by the facility administrator for the availability of personal hygiene ☒ ☐ ☐ items. Each female youth shall be provided with sanitary napkins, panty liners and tampons as requested. Each youth to be held over 24 hours shall be provided with the following personal care items; (a) Toothbrush; ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (b) Toothpaste; ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (c) Soap; ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (d) Comb; ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (e) Shaving implements; ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (f) Deodorant; ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (g) Lotion; ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (h) Shampoo; and, ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (i) Post-shower conditioning hair products. ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall Youth shall not be required to share any personal care items listed in items (a) through (d). Liquid soap The Disposable Razors are placed in the provided through a common dispenser is permitted. control room after use. Youth shall not share disposable razors. Double edged BSCC staff interviewed youth and reviewed safety razors, electric razors, and other shaving ☒ ☐ ☐ documentation to determine that the facility instruments capable of breaking the skin, when shared meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum among youth, shall be disinfected between individual standards for this regulation uses by the method prescribed by the State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology in Sections 979 and 980, Chapter 9, Title 16, California Code of Regulations. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 59 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1486 PERSONAL HYGIENE 1007.02 Shower Preparation 1008.03 Oral Hygiene There shall be written policies and site specific procedures developed and implemented by the facility All elements of this regulation are in the referenced policy. administrator for showering/bathing and brushing of ☒ ☐ ☐ teeth. Youth shall be permitted to shower/bathe up on BSCC staff interviewed youth and reviewed assignment to a housing unit and on a daily basis documentation to determine that the facility thereafter and given an opportunity to brush their teeth meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum after each meal. standards for this regulation. 1487 SHAVING 1008.02 Shaving Youth shall have access to a razor daily, unless their BSCC staff interviewed youth and reviewed appearance must be maintained for reasons of documentation to determine that the facility meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum identification in Court. All youth shall have equal ☒ ☐ ☐ standards for this regulation. opportunity to shave face and body hair. The facility administrator may suspend this requirement in relation to youth who are considered to be a danger to themselves or others. 1488 HAIR CARE SERVICES (Excerpt) 1008.01 Hair Care Services Hair care services shall be available in all juvenile BSCC staff interviewed youth and reviewed facilities. Youth shall receive hair care services monthly. ☒ ☐ ☐ documentation to determine that the facility meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum Equipment shall be cleaned and disinfected after each standards for this regulation. haircut or procedure, by a method approved by the State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. 1500 STANDARD BEDDING AND LINEN ISSUE 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall Clean laundered, suitable bedding and linens, in good BSCC staff interviewed youth and reviewed ☒ ☐ ☐ repair, shall be provided for each youth entering a living documentation to determine that the facility meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum area who is expected to remain overnight, shall include, standards for this regulation. but not be limited to: (a) One mattress or mattress-pillow combination which 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall meets the requirements of Section 1502 of these ☒ ☐ ☐ regulations; (b) One pillow and a pillow case unless provided for in 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall ☒ ☐ ☐ (a) above; (c) One mattress cover and a sheet or two sheets; ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (d) One towel; and, ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (e) One blanket or more, up on request ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall 1501 BEDDING LINEN EXCHANGE 1007.01 In-house Laundry Procedure The facility administrator shall develop and implement BSCC staff interviewed youth and reviewed site specific written policies and procedures for the documentation to determine that the facility meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum scheduled exchange of laundered bedding and linen ☒ ☐ ☐ standards for this regulation. issued to each youth housed. Washable items such as sheets, mattress covers, pillow cases and towels shall be exchanged for clean replacement at least once each week. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 60 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS The covering blanket shall be cleaned or laundered 1007.01 In-house Laundry Procedure once a month. ☒ ☐ ☐ 1510 FACILITY SANITATION, SAFETY AND 1003.01Cleaning Supplies – Hazard MAINTENANCE Communication Program 1003.02 Room Cleaning and Inspection The facility administrator shall develop and implement 1009.06 Kitchen Policy and Regulations written policies and site-specific procedures for the BSCC staff interviewed youth and reviewed maintenance of an acceptable level of cleanliness, documentation to determine that the facility repair and safety throughout the facility. The plan shall meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum provide for a regular schedule of housekeeping tasks, ☒ ☐ ☐ standards for this regulation. equipment, including restraint devices, and physical plant maintenance and inspections to identify and correct unsanitary or unsafe conditions or work practices in a timely manner. The use of chemicals shall be done in accordance to the product label and Safety Data Sheet which may include the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE). 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 61 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 REVIEW OF NON-REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS GRANT FUNDING OR CODE REFERENCE YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS JUVENILE PROBATION AND CAMPS FUNDING (JPCF) (Camps Only) The programs/services identified on the JPCF – Camp Allocation Eligibility Form are being provided at the ☐ ☐ ☒ facility. (Refer to the JPCF Program Agreement, Attachment B) 208.5 WIC CONTACT BETWEEN PERSONS UNDER THE JUVENILE COURT AGES 19- 20 AND MINORS IN THE FACILITY The facility houses Juvenile Court Wards 19 years of ☒ ☐ ☐ age and older. The facility has been approved to hold persons under ☒ ☐ ☐ the juvenile court who are ages 19 through 21. The facility continues to comply with the requirements of 208.5 WIC (programming, capacity and security of ☒ ☐ ☐ the facility) as outlined in the county’s application. JUVENILE JUSTICE DELINQUENCY PREVENTION ACT MONITORING (JJDPA) WIC 206 SEPARATE FACILITIES FOR WIC 300 MINORS Dependent or neglected minors who are defined under ☐ ☐Violation ☒ Section 300 of the Welfare and Institutions Code (WIC) are held only in non-secure, separate and segregated facilities. DETENTION OF STATUS OFFENDERS (WIC 601) AND FEDERAL MINORS ☒ ☐Violation ☐ Status Offenders (WIC 601) are held in the facility. Status Offenders (WIC 601) are kept separate from ☒ ☐Violation ☐ Juvenile Delinquents (WIC 602)? (WIC 207[d]). Federal Minors (ICE Holds or ORR Contract) are held ☐ ☒ ☐ in the facility. If yes to the above, the Monthly Report on the Detention of Status Offenders/Federal Minors is ☒ ☐ ☐ submitted to the BSCC. WIC 208 SEPARATION OF MINORS AND ADULT INMATES (JJDPA 42 USC 5633, Sec 223, State Plans (a)[12]) Are adult inmates held in the facility? (When a person ☐ ☒ ☐ in detention is proceeding through the adult court, AND that person is 18 years of age or older that person is an adult inmate.) If adult inmates are held, they are appropriately ☒ ☐Violation ☐ separated from minors. Adult inmates from an adult facility (e.g. inmate workers or “Scared Straight” programs) are not allowed in the ☒ ☐Violation ☐ facility in a manner that allows contact with minors. 7116 Humboldt County Juvenile Hall JH PRO 23-24 - 62 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 JUVENILE HALLS, SPECIAL PURPOSE JUVENILE HALLS AND CAMPS Board of State and Community Corrections PROCEDURES CHECKLIST1 BSCC #: 7117 FACILITY NAME: Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility (HSYTF) FACILITY TYPE: SYTF PERSON(S) INTERVIEWED: Coral Sanders, Chief Probation Officer; Ray Watson, Division Director; Dayna Wilcox, Probation Manager; Jason Beam, Probation Manager; Felicia Doherty, Program Manager - Humboldt County Office of Education; Fiona McSkane-Beers, Registered Nurse - Wellpath Services; Marion Vasilevich, Supervising Clinician - Humboldt County Health and Human Services; Andy Hopkins, Supervising JCO; Beth Bailey, Food Services Supervisor; Maurice Purify, Juvenile Corrections Officer; Male youth age 17 (out of County); Male youth age 17; random youth during physical walk-through inspection. FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Forrest Coleman DATE: July 18, 2023, through July 21, 2023 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1313 COUNTY INSPECTION AND EVALUATION The Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment OF BUILDING AND GROUNDS Facility (HSYTF) is a facility that exists within the Humboldt County Juvenile Hall (HCJH) On an annual basis, or as otherwise required by law, complex. The HCJH complex has one sole each juvenile facility administrator shall obtain a unit to house all youth being detained, documented inspection and evaluation from the including HSYTF youth. Therefore, all Title following: 15 evaluations, building inspections, and references pertaining to the HCJH also apply to the HSYTF. This inspection was conducted seven months into the 2023-2024 inspection cycle. BSCC staff requested that the Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility in conjunction with Humboldt County Juvenile Hall (HCJH) provide all "County Inspections and Evaluation of Grounds" inspection reports that occurred within a year of their prior November 10, 2021, inspection date to the current inspection date. All proceeding inspection reports will be forwarded to the BSCC upon completion. (A) County building inspection by agency designated by 2022: the Board of Supervisors to approve building safety; Inspected on November 15, 2022, and completed by John Beckman, Building ☐ Inspector ☒ ☐ 2023: Evaluated on December 13, 2023. Report pending. 1 This document is intended for use as a tool during the inspection process; this worksheet may not contain each Title 15 regulation that is required. Additionally, many regulations on this worksheet are SUMMARIES of the regulation; the text on this worksheet may not contain the entire text of the actual regulation. Please refer to the complete California Code of Regulations, Title 15, Minimum Standards for Local Facilities, Division 1, Chapter 1, Subchapter 5 for the complete list and text of regulations. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 1 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (B) Fire authority having jurisdiction, including a fire 2022: clearance as required by Health and Safety Code Inspected on November 16, 2022, and Section 13146.1 (a) and (b); completed by William Reynolds, Fire ☐ ☐ Prevention Bureau ☒ 2023: Inspected on December 6, 2023. Report pending. (C) Local health officer, inspection in accordance with 2023: Health and Safety Code Section 101045; Environmental Health: Inspected on November 17, 2023, and completed by Morgan Cook, REHS; Ree Stevens, REHS ☐ ☐ ☒ Medical: Inspected on November 29, 2023, and completed by Candy Stockton, MD. Nutrition: Inspected on September 28, 2023, and completed by Melissa S. Morriss, MS, RDN, Public Health Nutritionist (D) County superintendent of schools on the adequacy 2022: of educational services and facilities as required in Evaluated on September 2, 2022, and ☐ ☐ Section 1370; ☒ completed by Gayle Conway Dir of Student Services Northern Humboldt Union High School District (E) Juvenile court as required by Section 209 of the 2022: Welfare and Institutions Code Inspected on December 13, 2022, and completed by Honorable Judge Joyce ☐ ☐ Hinrichs ☒ 2023: Inspected on December 6, 2023. Report pending. (F) Juvenile Justice Commission as required by Section 2022: 229 of the Welfare and Institutions Code or Probation Inspected on November 10th, 29th, and Commission as required by Section 240 of the December 3rd of 2022, and completed by Welfare and Institutions Code. JJC Commissioners Kelsey Reedy, Lisa ☐ ☐ Sanderson, Mark Taylor, Madison Flynn, and ☒ Steve Schaening. 2023: Inspected on December 18, 2023. Report pending. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 2 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1320 APPOINTMENT AND QUALIFICATIONS 100.05 B, Staffing Personnel and Training BSCC Note: Compliance with this section is determined by receipt of the Chief Probation Officer’s The Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment certification letter confirming that all elements of Facility (HSYTF) is a facility that exists within the Humboldt County Juvenile Hall (HCJH) regulation are met. complex. The HCJH complex has one sole (a) Appointment unit to house all youth being detained, In each juvenile facility there shall be a superintendent, including HSYTF youth. The two facilities director or facility manager in charge of its program and coexist by utilizing staff that are cross-trained to work at both facilities. Further, the HSYTF employees. Such superintendent, director, facility abides by the same HCJH policies and manager and other employees of the facility shall be procedures, as well as the same Title 15 appointed by the facility administrator pursuant to regulation minimum standards including, but applicable provisions of law. not limited to, appointment and qualifications ☐ ☐ ☒ training. The elements of this regulation are confirmed in an Appointment and Qualification Letter completed by Chief Probation Officer (CPO) Coral Sanders, dated July 20, 2023. The letter certifies that all appointments for staff are pursuant to the applicable laws including minimum standards from BSCC, Penal Code 6035. Further, all staff who are present at the facility meet all required qualifications and clearances including contract personnel, volunteers, and other non-employees. (b) Employee Qualifications Each facility shall: (1) recruit and hire employees who possess 100.05 B, 1 Staffing Personnel and Training knowledge, skills and abilities appropriate to their job classification and duties in accordance ☒ ☐ ☐ The elements of this regulation are confirmed in the CPO Appointment and with applicable civil service or merit system Qualification Letter. rules; (2) require a medical evaluation and physical 100.05 B, 2 Staffing Personnel and Training examination including tuberculosis screening test and evaluation for immunity to contagious ☒ ☐ ☐ The elements of this regulation are confirmed in the CPO Appointment and illnesses of childhood (i.e., diphtheria, rubeola, Qualification Letter. rubella, and mumps); (3) adhere to the minimum standards for the 100.05 B Staffing Personnel and Training selection and training requirements adopted by the Board pursuant to Section 6035 of the Penal ☒ ☐ ☐ The elements of this regulation are confirmed in the CPO Appointment and Code; and Qualification Letter. (4) conduct a criminal records review, on each new 100.05 B, 3 and 4 Staffing Personnel and employee, and psychological examination in ☒ ☐ ☐ Training accordance with Section 1031 et seq. of the Government Code. (c) Contract personnel, volunteers, and other non- 100.05 B, 3 and 4; 100.05 B-V; 100.05C employees of the facility, who may be present at the 1401 VII-D Staffing Personnel and Training facility, shall have such clearance and qualifications ☒ ☐ ☐ as may be required by law, and their presence at the Ancillary support staff are provided safety and security orientations specific to their facility shall be subject to the approval and control of role/function within the facility. the facility manager. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 3 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1321 STAFFING HCJH and the HSYTF facilities coexist by utilizing staff that are cross-trained to work at Each juvenile facility shall: both facilities. Further, the HSYTF abides by the same HCJH policies and procedures, as well as the same Title 15 regulation minimum standards including, but not limited to, staffing. a) have an adequate number of personnel sufficient to 100.05 A, Staffing Personnel and Training carry out the overall facility operation and its programming, to provide for safety and security of We reviewed the above policies and youth and staff, and meet established standards and procedures, as well as the agency’s regulations; Organization Chart, random weekly staff schedule, and the daily unit schedule covering two consecutive weeks in April, May, and June of 2023. In addition, we made personal observations. • 1 Detention Services Director ☒ ☐ ☐ • 2 Program Managers • 5 Supervising Juvenile Corrections Officer (SJCO) • 3 Senior Juvenile Corrections Officer • 8 Full-time Juvenile Corrections Officers There is a Probation Officer assigned to the facility to assist with HSYTF youth case plans, releases, MDT/Treatment Team meetings, and programming. b) ensure that no required services shall be denied 100.05 A, 6, Staffing Personnel and Training because of insufficient numbers of staff on duty Through our review of the above policy, absent exigent circumstances; visual observations, a review of work ☒ ☐ ☐ schedules for April, May, and June of 2023, as well as a review of the unit programming documentation, BSCC staff determined that HSYTF regularly ensures that the staffing levels are adequate. c) have a sufficient number of supervisory level staff to 100.05 A, 4 Staffing Personnel and Training ensure adequate supervision of all staff members; Sufficient supervisory-level staffing is always ☒ ☐ ☐ on duty. The facility is budgeted for a Detention Services Director (Superintendent), 2 Program Managers, and 5 Supervising Juvenile Corrections Officers. d) have a clearly identified person on duty at all times 100.05 A, 3 Staffing Personnel and Training who is responsible for operations and activities and ☒ ☐ ☐ has completed the Juvenile Corrections Officer Core Course and PC 832 training; 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 4 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS e) have at least one staff member present on each 100.05 A, 1 Staffing Personnel and Training living unit whenever there are youth in the living unit; Through personal observations, as well as through interviews with staff and youth ☒ ☐ ☐ housed at the facility, HSYTF regularly ensures that there is always a staff present in the unit or where a youth is present. Youth are never left unsupervised. f) have sufficient food service personnel relative to the 100.05 A, 5 Staffing Personnel and Training number and security of living units, including staff • 1 Food Services Supervisor qualified and available to: plan menus meeting • 2 Full-time Cooks nutritional requirements of youth; provide kitchen supervision; direct food preparation and servings; ☒ ☐ ☐ • 1 Extra Help Cook conduct related training programs for culinary staff; HSYTF meets Title 15 Minimum standards and maintain necessary records; or, a facility may for the elements of this regulation. serve food that meets nutritional standards prepared by an outside source; g) have sufficient administrative, clerical, recreational, 100.05 A, 5 Staffing Personnel and Training medical, dental, mental health, building BSCC staff interviewed medical services maintenance, transportation, control room, facility personnel, education services, and detention security and other support staff for the efficient staff. We also made personal observations management of the facility, and to ensure that youth ☒ ☐ ☐ over the course of the inspection week. The supervision staff shall not be diverted from agency is fortunate to have such a base of supervising youth; and, collaborative partners and support staff working together for the continuum of care for youth at the facility. h) assign sufficient youth supervision staff to provide 100.05 A, Staffing Personnel and Training continuous wide-awake supervision of youth, subject BSCC staff interviewed detention staff and to temporary variations in staff assignments to meet reviewed housing unit logs, programming special program needs. Staffing shall be in schedules, and employee daily schedules. compliance with a minimum youth-staff ratio for the ☒ ☐ ☐ following facility types: The Humboldt County SYTF regularly provides youth supervision staffing levels that enable the facility to meet the minimum standards for this regulation. (1) Juvenile Halls (minimum youth-staff ratio) 100.05 A, 1, Staffing Personnel and Training (A) during the hours that youth are awake, one wide- The Secure Youth Treatment Facility’s awake youth supervision staff member on duty for each 10 youth in detention; population, at the time of the inspection, was 1 youth. Through documentation review, personal observations, as well as interviews with ☒ ☐ ☐ youth and detention staff, and a review of safety check logs, the facility regularly ensures that there is one wide-awake youth supervision staff member on duty for each of the 10 youths in detention. At the time of this inspection, there were eight youths in the juvenile hall detention facility (#7116). 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 5 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (B) during the hours that youth are confined to their 100.05 A, 1 Staffing Personnel and Training room for the purpose of sleeping, one wide-awake ☒ ☐ ☐ youth supervision staff member on duty for each 30 youth in detention; (C) at least two wide-awake youth supervision staff 100.05 A, 2 Staffing Personnel and Training members on duty at all times, regardless of the In a review of the housing unit log, Safety number of youth in detention, unless an arrangement has been made for backup support ☒ ☐ ☐ Check documentation, and daily schedules, HSYTF ensures at least two wide-awake services which allow for immediate response to youth supervision staff members are always emergencies; and, on duty. (D) at least one youth supervision staff member on duty 100.05 A, 2 Staffing Personnel and Training who is the same gender as youth housed in the According to shift schedules, housing unit facility. ☒ ☐ ☐ logs, visual observations, and interviews with staff and youth, there is always a male and female youth supervision staff in the facility. (E) personnel with primary responsibility for other duties 100.05 A, 5 Staffing Personnel and Training such as administration, supervision of personnel, academic or trade instruction, clerical, kitchen or maintenance shall not be classified as youth Only youth supervision staff provide ☒ ☐ ☐ supervision staff positions. supervision of the youth. Non-sworn staff are not part of the designated youth supervision staff. (2) Special Purpose Juvenile Halls (minimum The Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment youth-staff ratio) Facility is not a Special Purpose Juvenile ☐ ☐ ☒ (A) during hours that youth are awake, one wide-awake Hall. The below Sections A through E is not youth supervision staff member is on duty for each applicable to this facility. 10 youth in detention; (B) during the hours that youth are confined to their room for the purpose of sleeping, one wide-awake youth ☐ ☐ ☒ supervision staff member on duty for each 30 youth in detention; (C) at least two wide-awake youth supervision staff members on duty at all times, regardless of the ☐ ☐ ☒ number of youth in detention, unless an arrangement has been made for backup support services which allow for immediate response to emergencies; and, (D) at least one youth supervision staff member on duty ☐ ☐ ☒ who is the same gender as youth housed in the facility. (E) personnel with primary responsibility for other duties such as administration, supervision of personnel, ☐ ☐ ☒ academic or trade instruction, clerical, kitchen or maintenance shall not be classified as youth supervision staff positions. (3) Camps (minimum youth -staff ratio) The Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment (A) during the hours that youth are awake, one wide- Facility is a commitment program, but not a awake youth supervision staff member on duty for ☐ ☐ ☒ Camp. Therefore, the below camp Sections each 15 youth in the camp population; A through F is not applicable to this facility inspection report. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 6 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (B) during the hours that youth are confined to their room for the purpose of sleeping, one wide-awake youth ☐ ☐ ☒ supervision staff member on duty for each 30 youth present in the facility; (C) at least two wide-awake youth supervision staff members on duty at all times, regardless of the ☐ ☐ ☒ number of youth in residence, unless arrangements have been made for backup support services which allow for immediate response to emergencies; (D) at least one youth supervision staff member on duty ☐ ☐ ☒ who is the same gender as youth housed in the facility; (E) in addition to the minimum staff to youth ratio required in (h)(3)(A)-(B), consideration shall be given to the size, design, and location of the camp; types of youth committed to the camp; and the function of ☐ ☐ ☒ the camp in determining the level of supervision necessary to maintain the safety and welfare of youth and staff; (F) personnel with primary responsibility for other duties such as administration, supervision of personnel, academic or trade instruction, clerical, farm, forestry, ☐ ☐ ☒ kitchen or maintenance shall not be classified as youth supervision staff positions. 1322 YOUTH SUPERVISION STAFF 100.05 C Staffing Personnel and Training ORIENTATION AND TRAINING HCJH and the HSYTF facilities coexist within (a) Prior to assuming any responsibilities each youth the same sole unit of the JH complex. Both supervision staff member shall be properly oriented utilize staff that are cross-trained to work at to their duties, including: both facilities. Further, the HSYTF abides by the same HCJH policies and procedures, as well as the same Title 15 regulation minimum standards including, but not limited to, staff orientation and training. The elements of this regulation are confirmed in the Humboldt County Chief ☒ ☐ ☐ Probation Officer’s (CPO) Appointment and Qualifications Letter provided by CPO Coral Sanders, dated July 20, 2023. The letter certifies that HCJH detention counselors have been appointed within the applicable provisions of law. According to the Board of State and Community Corrections’ Standards and Training for Corrections (STC) Division, Humboldt County JH meets Title 15 minimum standards regarding staff training and orientation. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 7 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (1) youth supervision duties; 100.05 C, II-a Staffing Personnel and Training The elements of this regulation are identified ☒ ☐ ☐ and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’s Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. (2) scope of decisions they shall make; 100.05 C, II-b Staffing Personnel and Training The elements of this regulation are identified ☒ ☐ ☐ and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’ Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. (3) the identity of their supervisor; 100.05 C, II-c Staffing Personnel and Training ☒ ☐ ☐ The elements of this regulation are identified in the HCJH training procedure. (4) the identity of persons who are responsible to 100.05 C, II-d Staffing Personnel and Training them; Every Juvenile Corrections Officer (JCO) ☒ ☐ ☐ receives 40 hours of orientation and training that includes this section of the regulation. (5) persons to contact for decisions that are beyond 100.05 C, II-e Staffing Personnel and Training ☒ ☐ ☐ their responsibility; and (6) ethical responsibilities. 100.05 C, II-f Staffing Personnel and Training Every Secure Youth Treatment Facility ☒ ☐ ☐ Juvenile Corrections Officer (JCO) receives 40 hours of orientation and training that includes this section of the regulation. (b) Prior to assuming any responsibility for the 100.05 C, II Staffing Personnel and Training supervision of youth, each youth supervision staff *Reference Page 4 of this policy. member shall receive a minimum of 40 hours of facility-specific orientation, including: The elements of this regulation are identified in and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’s Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. ☒ ☐ ☐ Humboldt County provides 40 hours of facility-specific training, including training for Culturally Relevant/Gender Responsive approaches. Each year, staff receive a block of training related to trauma, defensive tactics, fire/life safety, and first aid/CPR. (1) individual and group supervision techniques; ☒ ☐ ☐ 100.05 C, II-a Staffing Personnel and Training (2) regulations and policies relating to discipline and 100.05 C, II-b, Staffing Personnel and Training rights of youth pursuant to law and the provisions of this chapter; The elements of this regulation are identified ☒ ☐ ☐ in and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’s Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. (3) basic health, sanitation and safety measures; ☒ ☐ ☐ 100.05 C, II-c Staffing Personnel and Training 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 8 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (4) suicide prevention and response to suicide 100.05 C, II-d Staffing Personnel and Training attempts The elements of this regulation are identified in and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’ Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated ☒ ☐ ☐ July 20, 2023. In addition, detention staff receive suicide prevention training as part of their annual training program. (5) policies regarding use of force, de-escalation 100.05 C, II-e Staffing Personnel and Training techniques, chemical agents, mechanical and physical restraints; ☒ ☐ ☐ Youth Supervision staff are required to sign acknowledging a review and understanding of policy and procedures. (6) review of policies and procedures referencing 100.05 C, II-f Staffing Personnel and Training ☒ ☐ ☐ trauma and trauma-informed approaches; (7) procedures to follow in the event of 100.05 C, II-g Staffing Personnel and Training ☒ ☐ ☐ emergencies; (8) routine security measures, including facility 100.05 C, II-h Staffing Personnel and Training perimeter and grounds; The elements of this regulation are identified ☒ ☐ ☐ in and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’ Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. (9) crisis intervention and mental health referrals to 100.03, Purpose 3 mental health services; 100.05 C, II-I Staffing Personnel and Training ☒ ☐ ☐ Staff receive initial training in addition to an annual suicide prevention update. (10) documentation; and ☒ ☐ ☐ 100.05 C, II-j Staffing Personnel and Training (11) fire/life safety training 100.05 C, II-k Staffing Personnel and Training The elements of this regulation are identified in and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’ Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. ☒ ☐ ☐ Staff also receive annual emergency procedures training and or acknowledge a review of policy and procedure. HSYTF meets Title 15 regulation minimum standards for this regulation. There is a list of mandatory training required to be completed by detention staff within the first year of employment. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 9 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (c) Prior to assuming sole supervision of youth, each 100.05 C, II (third paragraph) Staffing youth supervision staff member shall successfully Personnel and Training complete the requirements of the Juvenile Corrections Officer Core Course pursuant to Penal The elements of this regulation are identified Code Section 6035. in and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’ ☒ ☐ ☐ Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. Staff complete CORE within the first year of permanent assignment. (d) Prior to exercising the powers of a peace officer 100.05 C, II (third paragraph) Staffing youth supervision staff shall successfully complete Personnel and Training training pursuant to Section 830 et seq. of the Penal Code. The elements of this regulation are identified in and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’ ☒ ☐ ☐ Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. Staff complete PC 832 within the first year of permanent assignment. 1323 FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY 100.05 C, II-i Staffing Personnel and Training Whenever there is a youth in a juvenile facility, there shall After a review of documentation, all staff be at least one wide awake person on duty at all times shall receive Fire and Life Safety Training who meets the training standards established by the either through CORE training or other Board for general fire and life safety which relate contracted certified providers. Youth specifically to the facility. supervision staff also review emergency ☒ ☐ ☐ procedures annually as required in Section 1327 of these regulations. The elements of this regulation are identified in and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’ Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 10 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1324 POLICY AND PROCEDURES MANUAL HCJH and the HSYTF facilities coexist within the same sole unit of the JH complex. Both All facility administrators shall develop, publish, and utilize staff that are cross-trained to work at implement a manual of written policies and procedures both facilities. Further, the HSYTF abides by that address, at a minimum, all regulations that are the same HCJH policies and procedures, as applicable to the facility. Such a manual shall be made well as the same Title 15 regulation minimum available to all employees, reviewed by all employees, standards. References in policy and and shall be administratively reviewed at a minimum procedures that reference Juvenile Hall are every two years, and updated, as necessary. Those applicable to the Humboldt County SYTF. records relating to the standards and requirements set forth in these regulations shall be accessible to the Board The facility manual is available in electronic on request. and hard copy format. A hard copy version is The manual shall include: ☒ ☐ ☐ available in each unit. Per policy and confirmed via a memorandum written by Detention Services Director, Ray Watson, the Policy, and Procedures Manual is administratively reviewed annually and updated as needed. Per the agency’s policy, JCO detention staff review the Policy and Procedures Manual during initial training. The policy is reviewed by staff annually and or as needed. Signatures confirming staff review are required. (a) table of organization, including channels of 100.02 Departmental Organization communications and a description of job ☒ ☐ ☐ classifications; (b) responsibility of the probation department, purpose 100.03 Purpose of Juvenile Hall of programs, relationship to the juvenile court, the Juvenile Justice/Delinquency Prevention After a review of annual inspection reports by Commission or Probation Committee, probation the Juvenile Court, the Juvenile Justice staff, school personnel and other agencies that are Commission, and through interviews with the involved in juvenile facility programs; probation staff, school personnel, and other ☒ ☐ ☐ agencies, all collaborative partners have a clear and articulable understanding of their roles and expectations as they relate to the relationship, responsibilities, and purpose of programs outlined by the Humboldt County Probation Department’s policy and procedure manual. (c) responsibilities of all employees; 100.03 Purpose of Juvenile Hall ☒ ☐ ☐ Detention staff have access to the policy and procedure manuals in hard copy and or electronic format. (d) initial orientation and training program for 100.05 C, I, Staffing Personnel and Training ☒ ☐ ☐ employees; (e) initial orientation, including safety and security issues 100.05 C, V Staffing Personnel and Training and anti-discrimination policies, for support staff, Prior to initial entry to the facility, the HSYTF contract employees, school, mental/behavioral health and medical staff, program providers and ☒ ☐ ☐ ensures new support staff, contractors, and or volunteers undergo a safety/security volunteers; briefing and must complete the initial orientation training. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 11 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (f) maintenance of record-keeping, statistics and 400.01 How to Make a New Detainee Folder ☒ ☐ ☐ communication system to ensure: 400.03 Processing Closed case Files (1) efficient operation of the juvenile facility; 100.03 Purpose of Juvenile Hall In part, a case management system, handwritten tracking forms, housing unit ☒ ☐ ☐ programming forms, and shift activity schedules are the main means of record keeping of day-to-day programming and facility operations. (2) legal and proper care of youth; ☒ ☐ ☐ 100.03, 2, 100.03 Purpose of Juvenile Hall (3) maintenance of individual youth's records; 400.01 How to Make a New Detainee ☒ ☐ ☐ Folder 400.03 Processing Closed Case Files (4) supply of information to the juvenile court and 100.03, 2, Purpose of Juvenile Hall those authorized by the court or by the law; and, The agency utilizes file folders and a case ☒ ☐ ☐ management system for communication and record keeping with the courts, juvenile probation, and statistical data collection. (5) release of information regarding youth. ☒ ☐ ☐ 400-07 Release of Information (g) ethical responsibilities; ☒ ☐ ☐ 100.05 C-II, f, Staffing Personnel and Training (h) trauma-informed approaches; 100.05 C-II, e Section 2 Staffing Personnel and Training In addition to following expectations of the ☒ ☐ ☐ above policy, as part of the annual review training, all HSYTF detention staff participated in training that includes but is not limited to trauma-informed approaches. (i) culturally responsive approaches; 100.05 C-II, e Section 2 Staffing Personnel and Training In addition to following expectations of the ☒ ☐ ☐ above policy, as part of annual review training, all HSYTF detention staff participated in training that included but was not limited to culturally responsive approaches. (j) gender responsive approaches; 100.05 C-II, e Section 2 Staffing Personnel and Training In addition to following expectations of the ☒ ☐ ☐ above policy, as part of annual review training, all HSYTF detention staff participated in training that included but was not limited to gender-responsive approaches. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 12 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (k) a non-discrimination provision that provides that all 100.03, 5 Purpose of Juvenile Hall youth within the facility shall have fair and equal access to all available services, placement, care, BSCC staff reviewed the above policy and treatment, and benefits, and provides that no person orientation packets and interviewed youth to shall be subject to discrimination or harassment on conclude that the HSYTF meets compliance the basis of actual or perceived race, ethnic group with the elements of this regulation. ☒ ☐ ☐ identification, ancestry, national origin, immigration status, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, mental or physical disability, or HIV status, including restrictive housing or classification decisions based solely on any of the above mentioned categories; (l) storage and maintenance requirements for any 1101.03, II, 1 Use of Restraints chemical agents related security devices, and weapons and ammunition, where applicable; ☒ ☐ ☐ Law enforcement staff are responsible for storing their weapons or equipment in the sallyport lockers prior to entering the facility. (m) establishment of procedures for collection of Medi- 600.24 Medical Eligibility and Suspension of Cal eligibility information and enrollment of eligible ☒ ☐ ☐ Benefits youth; and, (n) establishment of a policy that prohibits all forms of 200.07 Screening for the Risk of Sexual sexual abuse, sexual assault and sexual Abuse harassment. The policy shall include an approach to preventing, detecting and responding to such ☒ ☐ ☐ conduct and any retaliation for reporting such conduct, as well as a provision for reporting such conduct by youth, staff or a third party. 1325 FIRE SAFETY PLAN Based on the documentation provided, the facility meets compliance with the elements The facility administrator shall consult with the local fire contained in this section of the Title 15 ☒ ☐ ☐ department having jurisdiction over the facility, or with the regulations. State Fire Marshal, in developing a plan for fire safety which shall include, but not be limited to: a) a fire prevention plan to be included as part of the 1504.01 Fire Safety Plan, Fire Emergency ☒ ☐ ☐ manual of policy and procedures; b) monthly fire and life safety inspections by facility 1504.01 h-j Fire Safety Plan, Fire Emergency staff with two- year retention of the inspection record; BSCC staff reviewed fire and life safety inspections from January 2022 to the current ☒ ☐ ☐ inspection date. The facility should be commended, as its efforts to complete fire and life safety inspections weekly far exceed regulatory requirements. c) fire prevention inspections as required by Health The facility was inspected on November 16, and Safety Code Section 13146.1(a) and (b); 2022, and completed by William Reynolds, Fire Prevention Bureau, Humboldt Fire ☒ ☐ ☐ Department. This inspection is a biennial requirement. d) an evacuation plan; ☒ ☐ ☐ 1511 Evacuation of Juvenile Hall 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 13 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS e) documented fire drills not less than quarterly; 1504.01 1504.01 h-j Fire Safety Plan, Fire Emergency BSCC staff reviewed fire drills from January ☒ ☐ ☐ 2022 to the current inspection date. BSCC staff observed that the facility’s efforts to complete fire drills monthly, far exceed regulatory requirements to conduct quarterly fire drills. f) a written plan for the emergency housing of youth in 1504.01 Fire Emergency the case of fire; and, 1514 Relocation Plan Per HCJH policy, adequate emergency housing for the youth will be provided by neighboring counties, if available. BSCC staff provided technical assistance in ☒ ☐ ☐ identifying areas of the policy that need updating. Further, to maintain compliance, BSCC staff recommended that the facility formalize the written plan with a county or counties for the emergency housing of youth in case of a fire. A county named as an option in policy currently does not house youth. g) development of a fire suppression pre-plan in ☒ ☐ ☐ cooperation with the local fire department. 1504 Fire Emergency Relocation Plan 1326 SECURITY REVIEW A letter was provided by Humboldt Juvenile Hall Facility Program Manager, Dayna Each facility administrator shall develop policies and Wilcox, confirming an annual administrative procedures to annually review, evaluate, and document ☒ ☐ ☐ security review and evaluation of the HSYTF security of the facility. The review and evaluation shall facility, in conjunction with the Juvenile Hall include internal and external security, including, but not facility was conducted. limited to, key control, equipment, and staff training. 1327 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 1500 Emergency Procedures The facility administrator shall develop facility-specific A letter was provided by Humboldt Juvenile policies and procedures for emergencies that shall Hall Facility Program Manager, Dayna include, but not be limited to: ☒ ☐ ☐ Wilcox, confirming an annual administrative emergency procedures review and evaluation of the HSYTF facility in conjunction with the Juvenile Hall facility was conducted. (a) escape, disturbances, and the taking of hostages; 1506 Escape ☒ ☐ ☐ 1507 Riot 1515 Hostages (b) civil disturbance, active shooter and terrorist attack; 1507 Riot ☒ ☐ ☐ 1518 Active Shooter and Terrorist Attack (c) fire and natural disasters; ☒ ☐ ☐ 1504 Fire and Natural Disasters (d) periodic testing of emergency equipment; ☒ ☐ ☐ 1502 Testing of Emergency Equipment (e) emergency evacuation of the facility; and 1504.01 B and 1511 ☒ ☐ ☐ This policy articulates coordination and expectations of staff for the emergency and full evacuation of the juvenile hall complex. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 14 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (f) a program to provide all youth supervision staff with 100.05 C Staffing Personnel and Training an annual review of emergency procedures. Together both the HSYTF and the HCJH ☒ ☐ ☐ provided an emergency preparedness training class roster showing detention staff participation. 1328 SAFETY CHECKS 1301.10 Safety Checks The facility administrator shall develop and implement HCJH and the HSYTF facilities coexist policy and procedures that provide for direct visual within the same sole unit of the JH complex. observation of youth at a minimum of every 15 minutes, Both utilize staff that are cross-trained to at random or varied intervals during hours when youth work at both facilities. Further, the HSYTF are asleep or when youth are in their rooms, confined in abides by the same HCJH policies and holding cells or confined to their bed in a dormitory. procedures including, but not limited to Supervision is not replaced, but may be supplemented Safety Checks. by, an audio/visual electronic surveillance system BSCC staff reviewed safety check designed to detect overt, aggressive or assaultive documentation for the months of April, May, behavior and to summon aid in emergencies. All safety and June of 2023. We also interviewed checks shall be documented with the actual time the supervisors and detention staff. check is completed. BSCC found that Safety Checks comply with Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. However, BSCC provided technical assistance for the facility to address graveyard staff whose Safety Checks were ☒ ☐ ☐ inconsistently random and varied. The facility is in the process of onboarding a new electronic safety check system that will quickly identify inconsistencies. In the interim, the Facility Managers and Supervisors are updating the current safety check auditing system. BSCC staff also discovered that per Policy, Supervisors conduct monthly Safety Check Audits. However, the supervisory auditing is not being performed consistent with policy. To remain compliant, we encourage the agency to ensure it follows its own policy or updates policy to reflect practice. BSCC staff also provided guidance that will contribute to the clarity of information provided on the safety check log documentation. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 15 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1329 SUICIDE PREVENTION PLAN 1512.01 Suicide Prevention Plan HCJH and the HSYTF facilities coexist The facility administrator, in collaboration with the within the same sole unit of the JH complex. healthcare and behavioral/mental health Both utilize staff that are cross-trained to administrators, shall plan and implement written policies work at both facilities. Further, all HCJH and procedures which delineate a Suicide Prevention policies and procedures are applicable to Plan. The plan shall consider the needs of youth the HSYTF including, but not limited to the experiencing past or current trauma. Suicide prevention Suicide Prevention Plan. responses shall be respectful and in the least invasive manner consistent with the level of suicide risk. The The agency’s Suicide Prevention Plan is a plan shall include the following elements: ☒ ☐ ☐ collaboration with Probation and HHS Behavioral Health to ensure youth at risk or identified as at risk are supervised appropriately and provided with necessary services. Specific criteria in the plan address intake assessments and screenings, communication amongst agency partners, response by staff, and notifications to staff, administration, family, and the Court when appropriate. (a) Suicide prevention training as required in Section 1512.01, a Suicide Prevention Plan 1322, Youth Supervision Staff Orientation, and Training and the Juvenile Corrections Officer Core BSCC staff reviewed STC Suicide Course. prevention class rosters showing intake staff and detention staff received the appropriate suicide prevention training. We also reviewed suicide attempts and/or suicide ideations from the prior 2022 BSCC inspection to the current inspection. ☒ ☐ ☐ The agency confirmed that an annual refresher suicide prevention training is included in the HCJH Suicide Prevention Plan. In addition, staff receive suicide prevention training during Counselor CORE training. Lastly, the elements of this regulation are confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’s Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 16 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (b) Screening, Identification Assessment and 1512.01, b-1 Suicide Prevention Plan Precautionary Protocols 200.16 MAYSI-2 (1) All youth shall be screened for risk of suicide at intake and as needed during All youth entering SYTF and or the JH are detention. administered the MAYSI to screen for suicide risk. BSCC staff reviewed the 10 most recent intake screenings and/or assessments ☒ ☐ ☐ completed by intake facility staff. HSYTF intake staff screen, assess and identify youth who may be at suicide risk. The elements of this regulation are performed via staff’s personal observations, intake questions, interviews with the arresting officer, and information from parents. Medical staff conduct an assessment as well. (2) All youth supervision staff who perform 1512.01, b-2 Suicide Prevention Plan intake processes shall be trained in screening youth for risk of suicide. The elements of this regulation are confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’s Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated ☒ ☐ ☐ July 20, 2023. In addition, an annual suicide prevention refresher training is provided to all staff. BSCC staff also interviewed youth supervision staff to confirm compliance. (3) All youth who have been identified during 1512.01, b-3 Suicide Prevention Plan the intake screening process to be at risk of suicide shall be referred to BSCC staff reviewed the above policy and behavioral/mental health staff for a suicide interviewed Humboldt County Behavioral risk assessment. Health Services staff. We found the process for referral and communication is very good ☒ ☐ ☐ amongst probation and BHS staff. The MAYSI Assessment is given to youths at admission. Youths identified during the intake screening process to be at risk of suicide shall be seen by a Behavioral Health therapist within 96 hours of admission. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 17 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (4) Precautionary protocols shall be developed 1512.01, b-4 Suicide Prevention Plan to ensure the youth’s safety pending the behavioral/mental health assessment. Per the above policy, when a youth is found to be at risk for suicide a “Safety Alert” status and a Special Safety Alert form is completed. While on a Safety Alert, safety checks are conducted at a minimum of every 3 to 5 minutes. BSCC staff observed differences in the use ☒ ☐ ☐ of the safety smock options between male and female youths. BSCC provided recommendations with updating policy and procedure to ensure there is equity in determining the use of a safety smock. We also suggest removing the “room time” language from the policy. Historically, “room time” is a phrase associated with room confinement. (c) Referral process to behavioral/mental health staff 1512.01, c Suicide Prevention Plan for assessment and/or services. BSCC staff interviewed Behavioral Health staff and reviewed referral documentation. There is a behavioral health staff person on site Monday through Friday. There is an on- call crisis unit available to provide guidance ☒ ☐ ☐ to suicide-related incidents on weekends and after hours. In review of policy, BSCC staff discussed the benefits of indicating, in policy, the specific expectations for detention staff to notify behavioral health during the Safety Alert “Review Process”. (d) Procedures for monitoring of youth identified at risk 1512.01, d Suicide Prevention Plan for suicide. To monitor youth at risk for suicide, the facility utilizes the necessary watch precautions. The facility has a camera room to monitor ☒ ☐ ☐ youth at risk. Per the above policy, when a youth is found to be at risk for suicide a “Safety Alert” status and a Special Safety Alert form is completed. While on a Safety Alert, safety checks are conducted at a minimum of every 3 to 5 minutes. (e) Safety Interventions 1512.01, e-1 Suicide Prevention Plan (1) Procedures to address intervention protocols for youth identified at risk for ☒ ☐ ☐ suicide which may include, but are not limited to: A. Housing consideration ☒ ☐ ☐ 1512.01, e-1, a Suicide Prevention Plan 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 18 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS B. Treatment strategies including 1512.01, e-1, b Suicide Prevention Plan trauma-informed approaches Monthly Child Family Team (CFT) meetings provide the collaboration needed to ☒ ☐ ☐ incorporate treatment strategies and trauma- informed approaches. Each youth is assigned a peer coach, a clinician, and a case manager. Youth are seen by BH staff at least once per week. (2) Procedures to instruct youth supervision 1512.01, e-2 Suicide Prevention Plan staff how to respond to youth who exhibit ☒ ☐ ☐ suicidal behaviors. Detention staff are provided initial and ongoing annual suicide prevention training. (f) Communication 1512.01, f-1 Suicide Prevention Plan (1) The intake process shall include communication with the arresting officer and family guardians regarding the youth’s ☒ ☐ ☐ past or present suicidal ideations, behaviors or attempts. (2) Procedures for clear and current 1512.01, f-2 Suicide Prevention Plan information sharing about youth at risk for suicide with youth supervision, healthcare, The facility has monthly CFT meetings that and behavioral/mental health staff. ☒ ☐ ☐ include representatives from probation (staff and administrators), behavioral health, and teachers or school administrators, if available. (g) Debriefing of Critical Incidents Related to Suicides 1512.01, g-1 Suicide Prevention Plan or Attempts (1) Process for administrative review of the ☒ ☐ ☐ The Secure Youth Treatment Facility had circumstances and responses proceeding, zero (0) attempted suicide attempts during during and after the critical incident. this inspection cycle. (2) Process for a debriefing event with affected 1512.01, g-2 Suicide Prevention Plan ☒ ☐ ☐ staff. (3) Process for a debriefing event with affected 1512.01, g-3 Suicide Prevention Plan ☒ ☐ ☐ youth. (h) Documentation 1512.01, h Suicide Prevention Plan (1) Documentation processes shall be ☒ ☐ ☐ developed to ensure compliance with this regulation Youth identified at risk for suicide shall not be denied 1512.01 (Last Paragraph), Suicide the opportunity to participate in facility programs, Prevention Plan services and activities which are available to other non- suicidal youth, unless deemed necessary for the safety ☒ ☐ ☐ of the youth or security of the facility. Any deprivation of programs, services or activities for youth at risk of suicide shall be documented and approved by the facility manager. 1340 REPORTING OF LEGAL ACTIONS 1800 Reporting of Legal Actions Each facility shall submit to the Board a letter of At the time of this inspection, there were no ☒ ☐ ☐ notification on each legal action, pertaining to conditions reports of legal action having occurred since of confinement, filed against persons or legal entities the prior inspection. responsible for juvenile facility operation. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 19 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1341 DEATH AND SERIOUS ILLNESS OR INJURY 1517 Death of a Youth while Detained OF A YOUTH WHILE DETAINED 1517.01 C Notifications, Death of a Youth while Detained. (1) Death of a Youth. (a) The facility administrator, in cooperation with the This policy requires notification from the health administrator and the behavioral/mental Director of Detention Services or the Facility ☒ ☐ ☐ health director, shall develop written policies and Manager to the parent or legal guardian and procedures in the event of the death of a youth attorney of record. while detained, which include notifications to necessary parties, which may include the Juvenile At the time of this inspection, there were no Court, the parent, guardian or person standing in reports of the death of a youth in custody loco parentis and the youth’s attorney of record. having occurred since the prior inspection. (b) The health administrator, in cooperation with the 1517.01 H Death of a Youth while Detained facility administrator, shall develop written policies and procedures to assure there is a medical and operational review of every in-custody death of a ☒ ☐ ☐ youth. The review team shall include the facility administrator and/or facility manager, the health administrator, the responsible physician and other health care and supervision staff who are relevant to the incident. (c) The administrator of the facility shall provide to the 1517.01 H-3 Death of a Youth while Detained Board a copy of the report submitted to the Attorney General under Government Code Section 12525. A ☒ ☐ ☐ copy of the report shall be submitted to the Board within 10 calendar days after the death. (d) Upon receipt of a report of the death of a youth from the administrator, the Board may within 30 calendar days inspect and evaluate the juvenile facility, jail, Facility Administrators are aware of this lockup or court holding facility pursuant to the ☒ ☐ ☐ regulation and the ability for the Board to provisions of this subchapter. Any inquiry made by evaluate the facility if this occurs. the Board shall be limited to the standards and requirements set forth in these regulations. (2) Serious Illness or Injury of Youth 600.01 C General Medical Information (a) The facility administrator, in cooperation with the health administrator, shall develop written policies and procedures for the notification to necessary ☒ ☐ ☐ parties, which may include the Juvenile Court, the parent, guardian or person standing in loco parentis and the youth’s attorney of record in the case of a serious illness or injury of a youth. 1342 POPULATION ACCOUNTING 1002-02 Population List Each juvenile facility shall submit required population Per the Board of State and Community and profile survey reports to the Board within 10 ☒ ☐ ☐ Corrections, records show that the HSYTF working days after the end of each reporting period, in Profile Survey Reports are timely and meet a format to be provided by the Board. minimum standards for this regulation. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 20 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1343 JUVENILE FACILITY CAPACITY 200.14 Complying with Capacity Bed Space at Juvenile Hall When the number of youth detained in a living unit of a juvenile facility exceeds its rated capacity for more than The Humboldt SYTF houses its youth within fifteen (15) calendar days in a month, the facility the Juvenile Hall facility which is a single ☒ ☐ ☐ administrator shall provide a crowding report to the housing unit with a rated capacity of 27 Board in a format provided by the Board. youth. The rated capacity for the Humboldt SYTF facility within the single unit is three youths. At the time of the inspection, the youth population totaled one youth. 1350 ADMITTANCE PROCEDURES 200.01 Screening of Acceptance into Detention The facility administrator shall develop and implement 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall written policies and procedures for admittance of youth (7-3) (3-11) shifts that emphasize respectful and humane engagement 200.06 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall with youth, and reflect that the admission process may (11 am to 7 am) shift be traumatic to youth who may have already experienced trauma. Policies shall be trauma-informed, HCJH and the HSYTF facilities coexist within culturally relevant, and responsive to the language and the same sole unit of the JH complex. Both literacy needs of youth. In addition to the requirements utilize staff that are cross-trained to work at of Sections 1324 and 1430 of these regulations: both facilities. Further, all HCJH policies and procedures are applicable to the HSYTF including, but not limited to the admission procedures and processes. BSCC staff reviewed the above policies and ☒ ☐ ☐ procedures and were impressed with the details in the procedure for intake staff to follow. BSCC staff reviewed 10 of the most recent examples of admission forms completed. Further, through a combination of a variety of documentation reviews, interviews with youth housed at the facilities, interviews with detention staff, and interviews with medical health partners, we concluded compliance with this regulation. The Intake Supervisor or, if after hours, the on-call Deputy Probation Officer (DPO) is responsible for reviewing the intake documents and approving admission. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 21 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (a) the admittance process shall include: 500.01, I-1,2 Youth Orientation Manual (1) Access to two free phone calls within one hour 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall of admittance in accordance with the provisions (7-3) (3-11) shifts of Welfare and Institution Code Section 627; 200.06 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (11 am to 7 am) shift ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff reviewed documentation and interviewed detention staff, as well as the SYTF youth housed at the facility. We confirmed that the facility offers 2 phone calls at intake. Youth provide a signature of acknowledgment on the Admission Report acknowledging receipt of phone calls. (2) Offer of a shower; 200.05 V-E Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (7-3) (3-11) shifts BSCC staff reviewed documentation and ☒ ☐ ☐ interviewed detention staff as well as the SYTF youth housed at the facility. We confirmed that the facility offers a shower during the intake process. (3) Documented secure storage of personal 200.05 V-C Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall belongings; (7-3) (3-11) shifts ☒ ☐ ☐ During the intake process, youth provide a signature of acknowledgment on the Personal Property Inventory form stating that the list of property is correct. (4) Offer of food upon arrival; 200.05 V-B, 9 Admission of Youth to Juvenile ☒ ☐ ☐ Hall (7-3) (3-11) shifts (5) Screening for physical and behavioral health 200.05 V-B, 4 Admission of Youth to Juvenile and safety issues, intellectual or developmental Hall (7-3) (3-11) shifts disabilities; After a review of the above policy the youth intake documentation, and interviews with medical and behavioral health personnel, youth are evaluated within 72 hours of admittance. ☒ ☐ ☐ The intake JCO staff are trained to assess each youth using the MAYSI and the At-Risk Behavior Checklist’ as part of the admission process. All information is reviewed by medical and mental health staff to determine care and treatment needs. During the intake process, youth provide a signature of acknowledgment confirming a health screening was provided. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 22 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (6) Screening for physical and developmental 200.05 V-B, 4 Admission of Youth to Juvenile disabilities in accordance with Sections 1329, Hall (7-3) (3-11) shifts 1413, and 1430 of these regulations; Youth provided a signature of acknowledgement confirming a health screening was provided. Youths have a full medical exam within 96 ☒ ☐ ☐ hours of intake. The intake JCO is trained to assess each youth using the MAYSI and the At-Risk Behavior Checklist’ as part of the admission process. All information is reviewed by medical and mental health staff to determine care and treatment needs. (7) Contact with Regional Center for the 200.05 V-N Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall Developmentally Disabled for youth that are (7-3) (3-11) shifts ☒ ☐ ☐ suspected of or identified as having a developmental disability, pursuant to Section 1413; and, (8) Procedures consistent with Section 1352.5. 200.07 Screening for the Risk of Sexual ☒ ☐ ☐ Abuse (b) juvenile hall administrators shall establish written 200.05 M Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (7- criteria for detention that considers the least 3) (3-11) shifts restrictive environment. ☒ ☐ ☐ The physical design of the facility is a single housing unit. (c) juvenile camps and post-dispositional programs in 200.17 Youth Transitional Services juvenile halls shall develop policies and procedures that advise the youth of the estimated ☒ ☐ ☐ length of stay, inform them of program guidelines and provide written screening criteria for inclusion and exclusion from the program. (d) juvenile halls shall develop policies and 200.17 Youth Transitional Services procedures that advise any committed youth of the estimated length of his/her stay. The Secure Youth Treatment Facility is a commitment program and facility that is facilitated by juvenile hall staff and ☒ ☐ ☐ collaborative partners. When committed to the SYTF, youth are advised of their estimated length of stay. 1350.5. SCREENING FOR THE RISK OF SEXUAL 200.07 Screening for the Risk of Sexual ABUSE Abuse The facility administrator shall develop and implement BSCC staff reviewed the 10 most recent written policies and procedures to reduce the risk of screenings for the risk of sexual victimization. ☒ ☐ ☐ sexual abuse by or upon youth. The policy shall require We observed that the agency screens all facility staff to assess each youth within 72 hours of youth admitted to the juvenile Hall within 72 admission based on the following information: hours of admission using the MAYSI assessment and screening tool, as well as the At-Risk Behavior Checklist. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 23 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (a) Prior sexual victimization or abusiveness; 200.07, 1 Screening for the Risk of Sexual ☒ ☐ ☐ Abuse (b) Gender nonconforming appearance or manner; or 200.07, 2 Screening for the Risk of Sexual identification as lesbian, gay or bisexual, Abuse transgender, queer or intersex, and whether the ☒ ☐ ☐ youth may, therefore, be vulnerable to sexual abuse; (c) Current charges and offense history; 200.07, 3 Screening for the Risk of Sexual ☒ ☐ ☐ Abuse (d) Age; 200.07, 4 Screening for the Risk of Sexual ☒ ☐ ☐ Abuse (e) Level of emotional and cognitive development; 200.07, 5 Screening for the Risk of Sexual ☒ ☐ ☐ Abuse (f) Physical size and stature; 200.07, 6 Screening for the Risk of Sexual ☒ ☐ ☐ Abuse (g) Mental illness or mental disabilities; 200.07, 7 Screening for the Risk of Sexual Abuse ☒ ☐ ☐ The facility administers the MAYSI and the At-Risk Behavior Checklist when a youth enters the program. Both identify factors to precipitate referral to mental health. (h) Intellectual or developmental disabilities; 200.07, 8 Screening for the Risk of Sexual ☒ ☐ ☐ Abuse (i) Physical disabilities; 200.07, 9 Screening for the Risk of Sexual ☒ ☐ ☐ Abuse (j) The youth’s perception of vulnerability; and, 200.07, 10 Screening for the Risk of Sexual ☒ ☐ ☐ Abuse (k) Any other specific information about the individual 200.07, 11 Screening for the Risk of Sexual youth that may indicate heightened needs for ☒ ☐ ☐ Abuse supervision, additional safety precautions, or separation from certain other youth. Staff shall ascertain this information through 200.07 Paragraph 2 Screening for the Risk of conversations with the youth during the admittance Sexual Abuse process, medical and behavioral health screenings; ☒ ☐ ☐ during classification assessments; and by reviewing court records, case files, facility behavioral records, and other relevant documentation from the youth’s files. The facility administrator shall implement appropriate 200.07 Paragraph 2 Screening for the Risk of controls on the dissemination of information within the Sexual Abuse facility relative to responses received pursuant to this ☒ ☐ ☐ assessment in order to ensure that sensitive information is not exploited to the youth’s detriment by staff or other youth. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 24 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1351 RELEASE PROCEDURES 300 General Release Procedures of Detainees The facility administrator shall develop and implement written policies and procedures for release of youth Compliance with this regulation is confirmed from custody which provide for: based on a review of facility policies and procedures, a review of the juvenile hall ☒ ☐ ☐ release forms, interviews with collaborative partners, as well as interviews with detention staff. Policy and expectations are set and acknowledged. However, thus far, there have been no SYTF releases to review practice. (a) verification of identity/release papers; 300.01-I, B-1 General Release Procedures of ☒ ☐ ☐ Detainees (b) return of personal clothing and valuables; 300.01-I, B-2 General Release Procedures of ☒ ☐ ☐ Detainees (c) notification to the youth's parents or guardian; 300.01-I, B-1, d General Release Procedures of ☒ ☐ ☐ Detainees (d) notification to the facility health care provider in 300.01-I, B-1, a General Release Procedures of accordance with Sections 1408 and 1437 of these Detainees regulations, for coordination with outside agencies; and, BSCC staff interviewed medical services personnel to help in determining compliance ☒ ☐ ☐ with minimum standards for this section of the regulation. We observed that effective collaboration between probation and health services ensures information exchange is made accordingly. (e) notification of school staff; 300.01-I, B-1, c General Release Procedures of Detainees BSCC staff interviewed education services (Education Program Manager) to help in ☒ ☐ ☐ determining compliance with minimum standards for this section of the regulation. We observed that probation ensures information exchange is made accordingly prior to a youth’s release. (f) notification of facility mental health personnel. 300.01-I, B-1, b General Release Procedures of Detainees BSCC staff interviewed education services (Supervising Mental Health Therapist) to ☒ ☐ ☐ help in determining compliance with minimum standards for this section of the regulation. Probation ensures information exchange is made accordingly prior to a youth’s release. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 25 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS The facility administrator shall develop and implement 300.01-I, B-1 General Release Procedures of policies and procedures for post-disposition youth to Detainees coordinate the provision of transitional and reentry 200.17, Page 2, Paragraph 5 services including, but not limited to, medical and In part, the elements of this regulation are behavioral health, education, probation supervision and met via the Child and Family Team community-based services. meetings (CFT) with the DPO, MH clinician, and the Case Manager prior to or during the release process. The agency has developed a strong re-entry and release process for all youth to ensure ☒ ☐ ☐ a successful transition back into the community. The Probation Officer is involved with the release process, to ensure re-entry into the community and acknowledge expectations. Youth released from the Secure Youth Treatment Facility (SYTF) have a Multi- Disciplinary or Treatment Team meeting to target services and provide referrals upon re- entry. The facility administrator shall develop and implement 300.01-II Temporary Release-Passes, written policies and procedures for the furlough of youth General Release Procedures of Detainees from custody. ☒ ☐ ☐ 1352 CLASSIFICATION 1302 Classification System Special Alerts The facility administrator shall develop and implement written policies and procedures on classification of Humboldt County SYTF youth are housed youth for the purpose of determining housing placement with the Juvenile Hall youth in the same in the facility. housing unit. The classification process for SYTF is based on HCJH policies and Such procedures shall: procedures. Therefore, compliance with this regulation is confirmed based on a review of facility policies and procedures, a review of the 10 most recent selections of juvenile hall classification documents, interviews with ☒ ☐ ☐ collaborative partners, as well as interviews with detention staff and youth housed at the facility. The facility has a Classification Assessment form which is used upon admission to the facility. Room placement is the classification criteria as detention and committed (New Horizons) youth and Secure Youth Treatment Facility (SYTF) youth are in one unit. The room placement decisions include proximity to the staff control area, and upper or single/double occupancy cells. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 26 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (a) provide for the safety of the youth, other youth, 1302 Introduction, Classification System facility staff, and the public by placing youth in the Special Alerts appropriate, least restrictive housing and program Through a review of the above policy, settings. Housing assignments shall consider the interviews with supervisory staff, and need for single, double or dormitory assignment or ☒ ☐ ☐ admission documentation, BSCC staff location within the dormitory; determined that the HSYTF meets compliance with the elements of this regulation. (b) consider facility populations and physical design of 1302 Single Occupancy Room, Classification the facility; System Special Alerts The facility is one unit. The rated capacity at the time of inspection was 1 youth, not ☒ ☐ ☐ including the HCJH facility with a rated capacity of 27 youth. Classification is based on room assignment and the need for more intensive supervision. Youth with significant behavior or emotional needs are placed in a room that provides better supervision. (c) provide that a youth shall be classified upon 1302 Classification Factors A-N, Classification admittance to the facility; classification factors shall System Special Alerts include, but not be limited to: age, maturity, sophistication, emotional stability, program needs, Through a review of the above policy, legal status, public safety considerations, interviews with supervisory staff, and medical/mental health considerations, gender and admission documentation, BSCC staff gender identity of the youth; determined that the HSYTF meets compliance with this regulation. ☒ ☐ ☐ Types of classifications include the following: • Single Occupancy room • Behavior Alerts • Health Hazard Alert • Safety (Suicide) Alert • Suicidal • Security Alert (d) provide for periodic classification reviews, including 1302 Introduction, Classification System provisions that consider the level of supervision and Special Alerts the youth's behavior while in custody; and, The agency conducts daily and weekly reviews of youth depending on the level of supervision needed. ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff observed that classification reviews are completed weekly, or if applicable, as needed. CFT meetings also provide input regarding a youth’s classification status. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 27 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (e) provide that facility staff shall not separate youth 1302 Single Occupancy Room 1302.01 E from the general population or assign youth to a Separation, Classification System Special single occupancy room based solely on the youth's Alerts actual or perceived race, ethnic group identification, ancestry, national origin, color, religion, gender, The facility intake staff completed the sexual orientation, gender identity, gender ☒ ☐ ☐ classification form that identifies specific expression, mental or physical disability, or HIV criteria to determine housing classifications. status. This section does not prohibit staff from In addition, the intake staff asks the placing youth in a single occupancy room at the necessary questions of the youth, and the youth's specific request or in accordance with Title arresting officer, and makes visual 15 regulations regarding separation. observations of the youth. (f) facility staff shall not consider lesbian, gay, bisexual, 200.18, IV-F Transgender and Intersex Youth transgender, questioning or intersex identification or status as an indicator of likelihood of being sexually Through a review of the above policy, abusive. ☒ ☐ ☐ interviews with supervisory staff, and admission documentation, BSCC staff determined that the HSYTF meets compliance with this regulation. 1352.5 TRANSGENDER AND INTERSEX YOUTH. 200.18 Transgender and Intersex Youth The facility administrator shall develop written policies BSCC staff provided guidance with language ☒ ☐ ☐ and procedures ensuring respectful and equitable in policy that articulates equity in particular treatment of transgender and intersex youth. The areas of the policy. policies shall provide that: (a) Facility staff shall respect every youth’s gender 200.18, VII-A Transgender and Intersex Youth identity and shall refer to the youth by the youth’s preferred name and gender pronoun, regardless of the youth’s legal name. Facilities may prohibit the ☒ ☐ ☐ use of gang or slang names or names that otherwise compromise facility operations as determined by the facility manager or designee, and shall document any decision made on this basis. (b) Facility staff shall permit youth to dress and present 200.18, VII-B Transgender and Intersex themselves in a manner consistent with their Youth ☒ ☐ ☐ gender identity and shall provide youth with the institution’s clothing and undergarments consistent with their gender identity. (c) Facility staff shall house youth in the unit or room 200.18, IV Housing, Transgender and that best meets their individual needs and promotes Intersex Youth their safety and well-being. Staff may not Through a review of the above policy, automatically house youth according to their admission documentation, and interviews external anatomy and shall document the reasons ☒ ☐ ☐ with detention and supervisory staff, BSCC for any decision to house youth in a unit that does staff determined that the HSYTF meets not match their gender identity. In making a housing compliance with this regulation decision, staff shall consider the youth’s preferences, as well as any recommendations from the youth’s health or behavioral health provider. (d) Facility administrators shall ensure that 200.18, VII-C Transgender and Intersex Youth transgender and intersex youth have access to ☒ ☐ ☐ medical and behavioral health providers qualified to provide care and treatment to transgender and intersex youth. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 28 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (e) Consistent with the facility’s reasonable and 200.18, VII-D Transgender and Intersex Youth necessary security considerations and physical plant, facility staff shall make every effort to ensure ☒ ☐ ☐ the safety and privacy of transgender and intersex youth when the youth are using the bathroom or shower, or dressing or undressing. Facility staff shall not conduct physical searches of any 200.18, V Transgender and Intersex Youth youth for the purpose of determining the youth’s ☒ ☐ ☐ anatomical sex. Whenever feasible, the facility shall respect the youth’s preference regarding the gender of the staff member who conducts any search of the youth. 1353 ORIENTATION 500-01 A, Orientation Manual The facility administrator shall develop and implement written policies and procedures to orient a youth prior to Humboldt County SYTF youth are housed placement in a living area. Both written and verbal with the Juvenile Hall youth on the same information shall be provided and supplemented with housing unit. The classification process for video orientation if feasible. Provision shall be made to SYTF is based on HCJH policies and provide accessible orientation information to all procedures. Therefore, BSCC staff reviewed detained youth including those with disabilities, limited policy and procedure, 10 recent orientation literacy, or English language learners. Orientation shall packets, reviewed the youth handbook, include information that addresses: interviewed detention staff, and interviewed youth housed at the facility to help determine compliance. ☒ ☐ ☐ All youth are provided written and verbal orientation guidance at intake. Both the staff conducting the orientation and the youth sign the Orientation Checklist acknowledging completion of the process. Staff provide orientation and respond to areas needing clarification. In review of the youth handbook, provides a summary of policies, and guidance of behaviors, sets expectations, and allows for dialogue if a youth is unclear on a specific topic. (a) facility rules including contraband and searches ☒ ☐ ☐ 500.01 A, a Orientation Manual and disciplinary procedures; (b) facility’s system of positive behavior interventions 500.01 A, b Orientation Manual and supports, including behavior expectations, incentives that youth will receive for complying with ☒ ☐ ☐ facility rules, and consequences that may result when youth violate the rules of the facility; (c) age appropriate information that explains the 500.01 A, c Orientation Manual facility’s policy prohibiting sexual abuse and sexual ☒ ☐ ☐ harassment and how to report incidents or suspicions of sexual abuse or sexual harassment; (d) identification of key staff and their roles; ☒ ☐ ☐ 500.01 A, d Orientation Manual (e) the existence of the grievance procedure, the steps 500.01 A, e that must be taken to use it, the youth’s right to be free of retaliation for reporting a grievance, and the ☒ ☐ ☐ name of the person or position designated to resolve the issue; 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 29 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (f) access to legal services and information on the 500.01 A, f. Orientation Manual court process; ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff interviewed youth and intake staff to help in determining that HSYTF meets compliance with this regulation. (g) access to routine and emergency health and mental 500.01 A, g Orientation Manual ☒ ☐ ☐ health care; (h) access to education, religious services, and 500.01 A, h Orientation Manual ☒ ☐ ☐ recreational activities; (i) housing assignments; ☒ ☐ ☐ 500.01 A, I Orientation Manual (j) opportunity for personal hygiene and daily showers 500.01 A, j Orientation Manual ☒ ☐ ☐ including the availability of personal care items (k) rules and access to correspondence, visits and 500.01 A, k Orientation Manual telephone use; ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff interviewed youth and intake staff to help in determining that HSYTF meets compliance with this regulation. (l) availability of reading materials, programming, and 500.01 A, l Orientation Manual ☒ ☐ ☐ other activities; (m) facility policies on the use of force, use of restraints, 500.01 A, m Orientation Manual ☒ ☐ ☐ chemical agents and room confinement; (n) immigration legal services; ☒ ☐ ☐ 500.01 A, n Orientation Manual (o) emergencies including evacuation procedures; ☒ ☐ ☐ 500.01 A, o Orientation Manual (p) non-discrimination policy and the right to be free 500.01 A, p Orientation Manual from physical, verbal or sexual abuse and harassment by other youth and staff; BSCC staff interviewed youth and intake ☒ ☐ ☐ staff to help in determining that HSYTF meets compliance with the elements of this regulation. (q) availability of services and programs in a language 500.01 A, q Orientation Manual ☒ ☐ ☐ other than English if appropriate; (r) the process for requesting different housing, 500.01 A, r Orientation Manual ☒ ☐ ☐ education, programming and work assignments; (s) a process for which parents/guardians receive 500.01 A, s Orientation Manual information regarding the youth’s stay in the facility that at a minimum includes answers to frequently The policy states parents will be provided an ☒ ☐ ☐ asked questions and provides contact information orientation form that gives the information for the facility, medical, school and mental health; required by this regulation. and, (t) a process by which youth may request access to 500.01 A, t Orientation Manual Title 15 Minimum Standards for Juvenile Facilities. ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff interviewed youth and intake staff to help in determining that HSYTF meets compliance with this regulation. 1354 SEPARATION 1302.01 E Separation The facility administrator shall develop and implement BSCC staff reviewed policy and procedure written policies and procedures that address: as well as the most recent Separation reports, interviewed detention staff, and ☒ ☐ ☐ interviewed youth housed at the facility to help determine compliance. We also interviewed collaborative partners to gain further insight to confirm compliance with this regulation. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 30 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (a) separation of youth for reasons that include, but are 1302.01 E Separation not be limited to, medical and mental health conditions, assaultive behavior, disciplinary The facility institutes the following type of consequences and protective custody. Separation: • Administrative Separation BSCC staff suggest adding specificity and clarity to the policy regarding separations. Suggested updates include stating that youth are not placed in a locked room during an ☒ ☐ ☐ Administrative Separation and or providing more detail about what this separation looks like. In addition, we have observed best outcomes when facilities incorporate separation policies and procedures specific to youth placed on a medical/Mental Health separation, Protective Custody, and or self- separation. Specifics include, but not be limited to, the review and approval process, notifications, and documentation specific to each type of separation. (b) consideration of positive youth development and 1302.01 E Separation ☒ ☐ ☐ trauma-informed care. (c) separated youth shall not be denied normal 1302.01 E Separation privileges available at the facility, except when ☒ ☐ ☐ necessary to accomplish the objective of separation. (d) when the objective of the separation is discipline, 1302.01 E Separation ☒ ☐ ☐ Title 15 Section 1390 shall apply. (e) when separation results in room confinement, the 1101.05 Room Confinement separation shall occur in accordance with Welfare ☒ ☐ ☐ and Institutions Code Section 208.3 and Section1354.5 of these regulations. (f) policies and procedures shall ensure a daily review 1302.01 E Separation of separated youth to determine if separation ☒ ☐ ☐ remains necessary. At a minimum, a separation review occurs daily but in most cases every shift. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 31 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1354.5 ROOM CONFINEMENT 1101.05 Room Confinement (RC) (a) The facility administrator shall develop and To help determine compliance. BSCC staff implement written policies and procedures reviewed policy and procedure; addressing the confinement of youth in their room interviewed detention staff, interviewed that are consistent with Welfare and Institutions collaborative partners, and interviewed Code Section 208.3. The placement of a youth in youth housed at the facility. No room confinement shall be accomplished in ☒ ☐ ☐ documentation was provided to indicate accordance with the following guidelines: that room confinement has occurred during this inspection cycle. BSCC staff provided guidance with updating language in the policy that is not applicable to current practice. (1) Room confinement shall not be used before 1101.05, II-A Room Confinement (RC) other, less restrictive, options have been attempted and exhausted, unless attempting ☒ ☐ ☐ those options poses a threat to the safety or security of any youth or staff. (2) Room confinement shall not be used for the 1101.05, II-B Room Confinement (RC) ☒ ☐ ☐ purposes of punishment, coercion, convenience, or retaliation by staff. (3) Room confinement shall not be used to the 1101.05, II-C Room Confinement (RC) extent that it compromises the mental and ☒ ☐ ☐ physical health of the youth. (b) A youth may be held up to four hours in room 1101.05, III Room Confinement (RC) confinement. After the youth has been held in room confinement for a period of four hours, staff shall do The facility uses the following documentation one or more of the following: tools to help track and log room confinement ☒ ☐ ☐ that includes, but is not limited to: • Observation Form • Unit Logbook (1) Return the youth to general population. ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.05, III-B Room Confinement (RC) (2) Consult with mental health or medical staff. ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.05, III-B Room Confinement (RC) (3) Develop an individualized plan that includes the 1101.05, III-B Room Confinement (RC) goals and objectives to be met in order to ☒ ☐ ☐ reintegrate the youth to general population. Individualized Plan is identified as a type of reintegration plan. (4) If room confinement must be extended beyond 1101.05, III-B Room Confinement (RC) ☒ ☐ ☐ four hours, staff shall do each of the following: (A) Document the reasons for room 1101.05, III-B, 1 Room Confinement (RC) confinement and the basis for the extension, the date and time the youth was ☒ ☐ ☐ first placed in room confinement, and when he or she is eventually released from room confinement. (B) Develop an individualized plan that 1101.05, III-B,2 Room Confinement (RC) includes the goals and objectives to be met ☒ ☐ ☐ in order to integrate the youth to general Individualized Plan is identified as a type of population. reintegration plan. (C) Obtain documented authorization by the 1101.05, III-B, 3 Room Confinement (RC) facility superintendent or his or her ☒ ☐ ☐ designee every four hours thereafter. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 32 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (5) This section is not intended to limit the use of 1101.05, I-A, 1 Room Confinement (RC) single-person rooms or cells for the housing of ☒ ☐ ☐ youth in juvenile facilities and does not apply to normal sleeping hours. (6) This section does not apply to youth or wards 1101.05, I-A, 3 Room Confinement (RC) in court holding facilities or adult facilities. ☒ ☐ ☐ This facility is not either a Court Holding Facility or an Adult Facility. (7) Nothing in this section shall be construed to conflict with any law providing greater or ☒ ☐ ☐ additional protections to youth. (8) This section does not apply during an 1101.05, I-A, 6 Room Confinement (RC) extraordinary emergency circumstance that requires a significant departure from normal institutional operations, including a natural disaster or facility-wide threat that poses an ☒ ☐ ☐ imminent and substantial risk of harm to multiple staff or youth. This exception shall apply for the shortest amount of time needed to address this imminent and substantial risk of harm. (9) This section does not apply when a youth is 1101.05, I-A, 5 Room Confinement (RC) placed in a locked cell or sleeping room to treat and protect against the spread of a communicable disease for the shortest amount of time required to reduce the risk of infection, with the written approval of a licensed physician or nurse practitioner, when the youth is not ☒ ☐ ☐ required to be in an infirmary for an illness. Additionally, this section does not apply when a youth is placed in a locked cell or sleeping room for required extended care after medical treatment with the written approval of a licensed physician or nurse practitioner, when the youth is not required to be in an infirmary for illness. 1355 INSTITUTIONAL ASSESSMENT AND PLAN 200.17 Youth Transitional Services The facility administrator shall develop and implement The Humboldt SYTF follows the Humboldt written policies and procedures for assessment and County Juvenile Hall policy and procedures case planning. including, but not limited to, institutional assessments and case planning. BSCC staff reviewed the above policy and procedure. We also interviewed behavioral ☒ ☐ ☐ health staff, detention staff, and youth housed at the facility. The policy is comprehensive, and the documentation shows that staff are following procedures accordingly. Via the Juvenile Hall, SYTF encompasses the use of the newly developed “Youth Transitional Services (YTS)”, case planning for detainees housed in the Juvenile Hall and SYTF. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 33 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (a) Assessment: 200.17 Paragraph 2 Youth Transitional The assessment is based on information collected Services during the admission process with periodic review, BSCC staff reviewed the 10 most recent which includes the youth's risk factors, needs and ☒ ☐ ☐ youth Institutional Casework Plans (Initial strengths including, but not limited to, identification Plan) and found them to be consistent in of substance abuse history, educational, practice and provide the information to vocational, counseling, behavioral health, comply with this regulation. consideration of known history of trauma, and family strengths and needs. (b) Institutional Case Plan: 200.17 Paragraph 5 Youth Transitional (1) A case plan shall be developed for each youth Services held for at least 30 days or more and created within 40 days of admission. The Institutional Casework Plan is developed within 30 days for youth in custody for more than 25 days. BSCC staff reviewed resident Detainee Evaluation Reports (30-day Plans)\Case Plans. Per policy, the Juvenile Correction Officer (JCO) is assigned to work as the youth’s Skills Coach with the responsibility of ☒ ☐ ☐ developing the case plan, in part, based on the information received from the initial assessment. The YTS Coordinator assigns a Skills Coach to each youth. The Skills Coach and the youth meet weekly to ensure the appropriate implementation of the plan. BSCC staff were impressed with the collaborative efforts between behavioral health services and probation staff to ensure case plan/treatment goals are set with appropriate follow through. (2) The institutional plan shall include, but not be ☒ ☐ ☐ limited to, written documentation that provides: (A) objectives and time frame for the resolution 200.17 Paragraphs 6 and 7 Youth Transitional of problems identified in the assessment; Services The element of this regulation is included in the Detainee Evaluation Report. ☒ ☐ ☐ The Child and Family Team (CFT) meeting coordinating Probation Officer will be tasked with coordinating the set-up of a CFT to develop an Institutional Case Plan (ICP). Following the CFT, a Detainee Evaluation Report is completed every 30 days. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 34 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (B) a plan for meeting the objectives that 200.17 Paragraph 6 Youth Transitional includes a description of program resources Services needed and individuals responsible for The element of this regulation is included in assuring that the plan is implemented; the Detainee Evaluation Report. ☒ ☐ ☐ Skills Coach and the youth review meet weekly to review the case plan. A Detainee Evaluation Report is completed every 30 days. (3) periodic evaluation of progress towards meeting 200.17 Paragraph 7 Youth Transitional the objectives, including periodic review and Services discussion of the plan with the youth; Each youth in custody will be staffed every forty-five (45) days by a team that includes, the assigned Probation Officer, Behavioral ☒ ☐ ☐ Health Clinician, Behavioral Health Case Manager, Substance Use Disorder counselor (if available), School representative, and the Skills Coach. The Skills Coach and the youth review meet weekly to review the case plan. (4) a transition plan, the contents of which shall be 200.17 Paragraph 8 Youth Transitional subject to existing resources, shall be Services ☒ ☐ ☐ developed for post dispositional youth in accordance with Section 1351; and, (5) in as much as possible and if appropriate, the 200.17 Paragraph 8 Youth Transitional plan, including the transition plan, shall be Services developed with input from the family, supportive In preparation for six-month court reviews adults, youth, and Regional Center for the and or a pending release, the youth’s case Developmentally Disabled. will be staffed and members of the CFT will ☒ ☐ ☐ present. At the Staffing, providers will discuss the transition plan for the youth including school placement, behavioral health, medical referrals, and any other community-based services 1356 COUNSELING AND CASEWORK SERVICES 200.17 Youth Transitional Services The facility administrator shall develop and implement As noted in the Case Plans, facility staff written policies and procedures ensuring the availability (Skills Coach) complete a Detainee of appropriate counseling and casework services for all Evaluation of youth every 30 days to assess youth. Policies and procedures shall ensure: ☒ ☐ ☐ youth needs while in detention. BSCC staff observed that the above policies and procedures comply with this regulation. Also, detention staff follow procedures as indicated in policy. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 35 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (a) youth will receive assistance with needs or 200.17 Paragraph 5 Youth Transitional concerns that may arise; Services Compliance is met using three Clinicians, ☒ ☐ ☐ two Case Managers, and a Peer Coach. SYTF youth have monthly meetings with clinicians to discuss progress or any challenges that may be present. (b) youth will receive assistance in requesting contact 200.17 Paragraph 5 Youth Transitional with parents, other supportive adults, attorney, Services clergy, probation officer, or other public official; and, ☒ ☐ ☐ Each youth has an assigned Skills Coach who works as a mentor and meets with the youth a minimum of once per week. (c) youth will be provided access to available 200.17 Paragraph 5 Youth Transitional ☒ ☐ ☐ resources to meet the youth’s needs. Services 1357 USE OF FORCE 1101 Use of Force (UF) 1101.01 Paragraphs 1 and 4 Force Options The facility administrator, in cooperation with the responsible physician, shall develop and implement BSCC staff reviewed the 12 most recent written policies and procedures for the use of force, Use of Force (UOF) Incident reports. We ☒ ☐ ☐ which may include chemical agents. Force shall never also interviewed youth housed at the facility, be applied as punishment, discipline, retaliation or detention staff, and collaborative partners to treatment. gain further insight to confirm compliance with this regulation. (a) At a minimum, each facility shall develop policies and procedures which: (1) restricts the use of force to that which is deemed 1100 General Policy Paragraph 3, Use of reasonable and necessary, as defined in Section ☒ ☐ ☐ Force 1302 to ensure the safety and security of youth, staff, others and the facility. (2) outline the force options available to staff 1101.01 Force Options, Use of Force (UF) including both physical and non-physical options and define when those force options are Force options include: appropriate. • Staff presence ☒ ☐ ☐ • Dialogue/counseling • Verbal commands • Weaponless control techniques/ holds. • Mechanical hard restraints • Chemical restraints (OC Spray) (3) describe force options or techniques that are 1100 General Policy paragraph 2, Use of expressly prohibited by the facility. ☒ ☐ ☐ Force (UF) (4) describe the requirements of staff to report any 1100 General Policy Paragraph 5, Use of ☒ ☐ ☐ inappropriate use of force, and to take Force (UF) affirmative action to immediately stop it. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 36 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (5) define a standardized reporting format that 1101.01 Documentation, Force Options, Use includes time period and procedure for of Force (UF) documenting and reporting the use of force, including reporting requirements of All UF incidents require an incident report to management and line staff and procedures for be completed by the end of the shift. The reviewing and tracking use of force incidents by ☒ ☐ ☐ policy states an investigation by a supervisory and or management staff, which supervisor or manager will be completed include procedures for debriefing a particular within 24 hours of the incident. Our review incident with staff and/or youth for the purposes of UF incidents showed compliance with of training as well as mitigating the effects of this regulation. trauma that may have been experienced by staff and /or the youth involved. (6) Include an administrative review and a system 1101.01 Documentation, Force Options, Use for investigating unreasonable use of force. of Force (UF) A review of incident reports shows that HSYTF documents and reports incidents in accordance with Title 15 minimum ☒ ☐ ☐ standards. All incidents involving the use of force will be subject to administrative review and investigation within 24 hours following the incident. (7) define the role, notification, and follow-up 1101.01, Paragraph 6, Use of Force (UF) procedures required after use of force incidents BSCC staff interviewed supervisory, for medical, mental health staff and parents or detention, and medical staff to help legal guardians. determine compliance with the elements of this regulation. Parent notifications are being conducted. However, BSCC staff discussed the ☒ ☐ ☐ importance of consistency and a standard process for parent notification. We suggested incorporating a standard format and location on the hard copies of UOF reports that clearly indicate that parents have been properly notified. We appreciate the promptness of the facility in making changes to the processes discussed. (8) describe the limitations of use of force on 1101.01, Paragraph 5, Use of Force (UF) pregnant youth in accordance with Penal Code ☒ ☐ ☐ Section 6030(f) and Welfare and Institutions Code Section 222. (b) Facilities that authorize chemical agents as a force 1101.02 Use of Chemical Agent- Oleoresin ☒ ☐ ☐ option shall include policies and procedures that: Capsicum (OC) (1) identify who is approved to carry and/or utilize 1101.03, I-1, a through e Force Options, chemical agents in the facility and the type, size Use of Mechanical Restraints (UR) and the approved method of deployment for ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.03, I-1-4 Force Options, Use of Mechanical Restraints (UR) those chemical agents. 1101.03, II Force Options, Use of Mechanical Restraints (UR) 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 37 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (2) mandate that chemical agents only be used 1101.02, III-1 Use of Chemical Agent- Oleoresin when there is an imminent threat to the youth’s Capsicum (OC) ☒ ☐ ☐ safety or the safety of others and only when de- escalation efforts have been unsuccessful or are not reasonably possible. (3) outline the facility’s approved methods and 1101.02, V Aftercare Procedures, Use of timelines for decontamination from chemical Chemical Agent- Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) agents. This shall include that youth who have ☒ ☐ ☐ In addition to reviewing the above policies, been exposed to chemical agents shall not be BSCC staff interviewed youth housed at the left unattended until that youth is fully facility and detention and supervisory staff decontaminated or is no longer suffering the effects of the chemical agent. (4) define the role, notification, and follow-up 1101.02, V, 7-12, Use of Chemical Agent- procedures required after use of force incidents Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) involving chemical agents for medical, mental ☒ ☐ ☐ health staff and parents or legal guardians. BSCC staff interviewed Health Services and Behavioral Health staff to help determine compliance with this regulation. (5) provide for the documentation of each incident 1101.02, VI Documentation, Use of Chemical of use of chemical agents, including the Agent- Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) reasons for which it was used, efforts to de- escalate prior to use, youth and staff involved, ☒ ☐ ☐ the date, time and location of use, decontamination procedures applied and identification of any injuries sustained as a result of such use. (c) Facilities shall develop policies and procedure 1101.02, I-1, a through e, Use of Chemical which require that agencies provide initial and Agent- Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) regular training in use of force and chemical agents This includes Core Training and annual when appropriate that address: updates for the use of force for all detention ☒ ☐ ☐ staff. The elements of this regulation are identified and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’s Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. (1) known medical and behavioral health 1101.02, II-8, Use of Chemical Agent- Oleoresin conditions that would contraindicate certain Capsicum (OC) types of force; The referenced policy and curriculum for ☒ ☐ ☐ weaponless defensive tactics and verbal de- escalation techniques includes knowing of any pre-existing medical and/or behavioral health conditions that would limit or restrict certain UOF techniques. (2) acceptable chemical agents and the methods 1101.02, II, Use of Chemical Agent- Oleoresin ☒ ☐ ☐ of application. Capsicum (OC) (3) signs or symptoms that should result in 1101.02, V, 7 and 12, Use of Chemical Agent- immediate referral to medical or behavioral ☒ ☐ ☐ Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) health. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 38 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (4) instruction on the Constitutional Limitations of 1101.02 Use of Chemical Agent- Oleoresin ☒ ☐ ☐ Capsicum (OC) Use of Force. (5) physical training force options that may require 1100, UF Training General Policy Paragraph 1 the use of perishable skills. 1101.03, I-1, a through e OC Training, Use of Mechanical Restraints (UR) ☒ ☐ ☐ The elements of this regulation are identified in and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’s Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. (6) timelines the facility uses to define regular 1101 UF Training, Use of Force (UF) training. The elements of this regulation are identified in and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’s Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. The facility participates in eight-hour course updates annually. ☒ ☐ ☐ This policy requires annual training after initial Core Instruction for UF, UR, and OC. The facility participates in an 8-hour course, updated annually. 1358 USE OF PHYSICAL RESTRAINTS 1101.03 Use of Mechanical Restraints (UR) The facility administrator, in cooperation with the BSCC staff reviewed the most recent use of responsible physician and mental health director, shall physical restraint reports. We also develop and implement written policies and procedures interviewed youth housed at the facility and for the use of restraint devices. Restraint devices include facility detention staff. ☒ ☐ ☐ any devices which immobilize a youth's extremities The tools used as articulated in regulation and/or prevent the youth from being ambulatory. are as follows: • Handcuffs • Control Hold/ Physical Intervention • Leg Shackles Physical restraints may be used only for those youth who 1101.03, Paragraph 3, Use of Mechanical present an immediate danger to themselves or others, Restraints (UR) who exhibit behavior which results in the destruction of property, or reveals the intent to cause self-inflicted ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff observed that all instances of use of physical restraints were justifiably physical harm. Physical restraints should be utilized only used and when less restrictive alternatives when it appears less restrictive alternatives would be were exhausted. ineffective in controlling the youth’s behavior. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 39 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS In no case shall restraints be used as punishment or 1101.03, Paragraph 2 and 3, Use of discipline, or as a substitute for treatment. The use of Mechanical Restraints (UR) restraint devices that attach a youth to a wall, floor or other fixture, including a restraint chair, or through ☒ ☐ ☐ affixing of hands and feet together behind the back (hogtying) is prohibited. The use of restraints on pregnant youth is limited in accordance with Penal Code Section 6030(f) and Welfare and Institutions Code Section 222. The provisions of this section do not apply to the use of 1101.03, UR Within the Facility, Use of handcuffs, shackles or other restraint devices when used Mechanical Restraints (UR) to restrain youth for movement or transportation within ☒ ☐ ☐ the facility. Movement within the facility shall be governed by Section 1358.5, Use of Restraint Devices for Movement Within the Facility. Youth shall be placed in restraints only with the approval 1101.03, Paragraph 1, Use of Mechanical of the facility manager or designee. The facility manager Restraints (UR) may delegate authority to place a youth in restraints to a 1101.02, B-1, Use of Chemical Agent- Oleoresin physician. Reasons for continued retention in restraints Capsicum (OC) shall be reviewed and documented at a minimum of ☒ ☐ ☐ The facility maintains direct visual every hour. observation of the youth and observation shall be documented every five minutes on the “At Risk Behavior Checklist”. A medical opinion on the safety of placement and 1101.03, B-2, Use of Mechanical Restraints retention shall be secured as soon as possible, but no (UR) later than two hours from the time of placement. The youth shall be medically cleared for continued retention ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff interviewed medical staff to help confirm that medical staff provide ongoing at least every three hours thereafter. review and assessment while a youth is in mechanical or any type of restraint. A mental health consultation shall be secured as soon as 1101.03, B-3, Use of Mechanical Restraints possible, but in no case longer than four hours from the (UR) time of placement, to assess the need for mental health BSCC staff interviewed mental health staff to treatment. ☒ ☐ ☐ help confirm that medical staff provide ongoing review and assessment while a youth is in mechanical or any type of restraint. Continuous direct visual supervision shall be conducted 1101.03, A-6, Use of Mechanical Restraints to ensure that the restraints are properly employed, and (UR) to ensure the safety and well-being of the youth. Through documentation review and Observations of the youth's behavior and any staff ☒ ☐ ☐ interviews with detention and medical staff, interventions shall be documented at least every 15 BSCC staff were able to confirm that the minutes, with actual time of the documentation recorded. youth remained under constant supervision until the restraints are removed. In addition to the requirements above, policies and ☒ ☐ ☐ procedures shall address: (a) documentation of the circumstances leading to an 1101.02, C, Use of Chemical Agent- Oleoresin ☒ ☐ ☐ application of restraints. Capsicum (OC) 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 40 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (b) known medical conditions that would contraindicate 1101.03, Paragraph 2, Use of Mechanical ☒ ☐ ☐ certain restraint devices and/or techniques. Restraints (UR) (c) acceptable restraint devices. 1101 General Policy, Paragraph 2 Handcuffs, Vinyl Restraints and Shackles ☒ ☐ ☐ • Handcuffs • Leg Shackles (d) signs or symptoms which should result in 1101.03, B-1, c and f, Use of Mechanical immediate medical/mental health referral. Restraints (UR) ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff observed that the facility utilizes a “At Risk Behavior Checklist” form and document the need for immediate referral. (e) availability of cardiopulmonary resuscitation 1101.03, A-8, Use of Mechanical Restraints ☒ ☐ ☐ equipment. (UR) (f) protective housing of restrained youth. While in 1101.03, A-6, Use of Mechanical Restraints restraint devices, all youth shall be housed alone or (UR) ☒ ☐ ☐ in a specified housing area for restrained youth which makes provision to protect the youth from abuse. (g) provision for hydration and sanitation needs. 1101.03, A-8, Use of Mechanical Restraints ☒ ☐ ☐ (UR) (h) exercising of extremities. 1101.03, A-8, Use of Mechanical Restraints ☒ ☐ ☐ (UR) 1358.5 USE OF RESTRAINT DEVICES FOR 1101.03 UR Within the Facility, Use of MOVEMENT AND TRANSPORTATION WITHIN THE Mechanical Restraints (UR) FACILITY. BSCC staff reviewed incident reports for this regulation, mostly involving mutual physical The Facility Administrator, in cooperation with the combat between youth. In all cases, responsible physician and behavioral/mental health mechanical restraints were used to move a director, shall develop and implement written policies ☒ ☐ ☐ combative youth to his/her room. The and procedures for the use of restraint devices when observations and documentation were the purpose is for movement or transportation within the complete. facility that shall include the following: HSYTF meets Title 15 minimum standards for the elements of this regulation, describes the incident, and justifies the use of restraints for each application of restraints used. (a) identification of acceptable restraint devices, staff 1101.03, Paragraph 2, Use of Mechanical approved to utilize restraint devices and the Restraints (UR) required training. The elements of this regulation are identified in and confirmed in CPO Coral Sanders’s ☒ ☐ ☐ Appointment and Qualifications Letter dated July 20, 2023. The facility allows Handcuffs and leg shackles. (b) the circumstances leading to the application of 1101.03, Paragraph 2, Use of Mechanical ☒ ☐ ☐ restraints must be documented. Restraints (UR) 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 41 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (c) an individual assessment of the need to apply 1101.03, Paragraph 1, Use of Mechanical restraints for movement or transportation that Restraints (UR) includes consideration of less restrictive alternatives, consideration of a youth’s known ☒ ☐ ☐ medical or mental health conditions, trauma informed approaches, and a process for documentation and supervisor review and approval. (d) consideration of safety and security of the facility, 1101.03, Paragraph 1, Use of Mechanical with a clearly defined expectation that restraint ☒ ☐ ☐ Restraints (UR) devices shall not be used for the purposes of discipline or retaliation. (e) the use of restraints on pregnant youth is limited in 1101.08 C Pregnant Detainees in Custody ☒ ☐ ☐ accordance with Penal Code Section6030(f) and Welfare and Institutions Code Section 222. 1359 SAFETY ROOM PROCEDURES There is no Safety Room at the facility. (a) The facility administrator, and where applicable, in cooperation with the responsible physician, shall develop and implement written policies and procedures governing the use of safety rooms, as described in Title 24, Part 2, Section 1230.1.13. The room shall be used to hold only those youth who ☐ ☐ ☒ present an immediate danger to themselves or others, who exhibit behavior which results in the destruction of property, or reveals the intent to cause self-inflicted physical harm. A safety room shall not be used for punishment or discipline, or as a substitute for treatment. Policies and procedures shall: (1) include provisions for administration of necessary nutrition and fluids, access to a ☐ ☐ ☒ toilet, and suitable clothing to provide for privacy; (2) provide for approval of the facility manager, or ☐ ☐ ☒ designee, before a youth is placed into a safety room; (3) provide for continuous direct visual supervision and documentation of the youth's behavior and ☐ ☐ ☒ any staff interventions every 15 minutes, with actual time recorded; (4) provide that the youth shall be evaluated by the ☐ ☐ ☒ facility manager, or designee, every four hours; (5) provide for immediate medical assessment, ☐ ☐ ☒ where appropriate, or an assessment at the next daily sick call; and, (6) provide a process for documenting the reason for placement, including attempts to use less ☐ ☐ ☒ restrictive means of control, and decisions to continue and end placement. (b) The placement of a youth in the safety room shall be ☐ ☐ ☒ accomplished in accordance with the following: 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 42 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (1) safety room shall not be used before other less restrictive options have been attempted and ☐ ☐ ☒ exhausted, unless attempting those options poses a threat to the safety or security of any youth or staff. (2) safety room shall not be used for the purposes ☐ ☐ ☒ of punishment, coercion, convenience, or retaliation by staff. (3) safety room shall not be used to the extent that ☐ ☐ ☒ it compromises the mental and physical health of the youth. (c) A youth may be held up to four hours in the safety room. After the youth has been held in the safety ☐ ☐ ☒ room for a period of four hours, staff shall do one or more of the following: (1) return the youth to general population. ☐ ☐ ☒ (2) consult with mental health or medical staff, ☐ ☐ ☒ (3) develop an individualized plan that includes the ☐ ☐ ☒ goals and objectives to be met in order to reintegrate the youth to general population. (d) If confinement in the safety room must be extended beyond four hours, staff shall develop an individualized plan that includes the requirements ☐ ☐ ☒ of Section 1354.5 and the goals and objectives to be met in order to integrate the youth to general population. 1360 SEARCHES 1305 Search Procedures, Section I The facility administrator shall develop and implement BSCC staff reviewed intake documentation written policies and procedures governing the search of and other facility search protocol youth, the facility, and visitors. Policies and procedures documentation, as well as the above policy. ☒ ☐ ☐ shall provide that: We also interviewed youth housed at the facility, as well as detention staff. The facility complies with Title 15 minimum standards of this regulation. (a) Searches shall be conducted to ensure the safety 1305, I, Search Procedures ☒ ☐ ☐ and security of the facility, public, visitors, youth, and staff. (b) Searches shall be conducted in a manner that 1305, I, II, and IV, Search Procedures preserves the privacy and dignity of the person ☒ ☐ ☐ The facility complies with Title 15 minimum being searched and shall not be conducted for standards of this regulation. harassment or as a form of discipline or punishment. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 43 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (c) Strip searches and visual or physical body cavity 1305, II, b and c Search Procedures searches shall comply with Penal Code Section The facility maintains expectations for strip 4030. searches pursuant to PC 4030, for pre- detention youth and post-detention youth. ☒ ☐ ☐ All strip searches must be approved in advance of the search. BSCC staff reviewed intake documentation and no strip searches were reported. (d) Physical body cavity searches shall only be 1305, II, d, Search Procedures conducted by a medical professional. Per definition in policy, visual body cavity searches are strip searches and therefore require justification and authorization. ☒ ☐ ☐ Physical body cavity searches can only be conducted by medical personnel. Our review of the Search Authorization forms included the request, the reason for the request, and the supervisor’s authorization (e) Any youth held after a detention hearing shall only 1305, VIII, Search Procedures be strip searched with prior approval of a supervisor when there is reasonable suspicion based on ☒ ☐ ☐ specific and articulable facts to believe that youth is concealing contraband. The reasonable suspicion shall be documented. (f) Searches of transgender and intersex youth shall 200.18, V and 1305, X Last Paragraph, comply with Section 1352.5. Search Procedures ☒ ☐ ☐ The facility has protocols in the policy addressing expectations for staff related to searching for youth who are transgender (g) Cross-gender pat-down searches and strip 1305, IV Privacy of Searches, Search searches are prohibited except in exigent Procedures ☒ ☐ ☐ circumstances or when conducted by a medical professional. Such searches must be justified and documented in writing. 1361 GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE 500.02, Grievance Procedures The facility administrator shall develop and implement BSCC staff reviewed the grievances and for written policies and procedures whereby any youth may each month of April, May, and June. We also appeal and have resolved grievances relating to any reviewed due process documentation. BSCC condition of confinement, including but not limited to staff also interviewed youth housed at the health care services, classification decisions, program ☒ ☐ ☐ facility, as well as detention staff. participation, telephone, mail or visiting procedures, food, clothing, bedding, mistreatment, harassment or violations of the nondiscrimination policy. There shall be no time limit on filing grievances. Policies and procedures shall include provisions whereby the facility manager ensures: 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 44 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (a) a grievance form and instructions for registering a 500.02, Definition 2, Grievance Procedures grievance, which includes provisions for the youth During our physical inspection, we observed to have free access to the form; that grievances were readily available to ☒ ☐ ☐ youth. In addition, the grievance lockbox is shared with the medical request slip lockbox. The lock box is located in the housing unit to allow youth to confidentially submit a grievance if needed. (b) the youth shall have the option to confidentially file 500.02, Definition 2, Grievance Procedures the grievance or to deliver the form to any youth The youth were aware of the grievance supervision staff working in the facility; ☒ ☐ ☐ procedures, the location of the grievances, and, the grievance lockbox to confidentially file a grievance if needed. (c) resolution of the grievance at the lowest appropriate ☒ ☐ ☐ 500.02, Definition 3, Grievance Procedures staff level; (d) provision for a prompt review and initial response to 500.02, Definition 3, Grievance Procedures grievances within three (3) business days, 500.02, Step 2-a and 3, Grievance Procedures ☒ ☐ ☐ grievances that relate to health and safety issues must be addressed immediately; (1) The youth may elect to be present to explain 500.02, Definition 3-A and Step 2, a Grievance his/her version of the grievance to a person not Procedures directly involved in the circumstances which led ☒ ☐ ☐ to the grievance. The youth interviewed indicated that during the intake and orientation process, the grievance procedure was clearly explained (2) Provision for a staff representative approved by ☒ ☐ ☐ 500.02, Definition 3-B and Step 2, b, Grievance the facility administrator to assist the youth. Procedures (e) provision for a written response to the grievance 500.02, Definition 5 and Step 2, c, Grievance which includes the reasons for the decisions; Procedures ☒ ☐ ☐ The documentation as well as interviews show that detention staff respond professionally (f) a system which provides that any appeal of a 500.02, Definition 6 and Step 2, d, Grievance grievance shall be heard by a person not directly ☒ ☐ ☐ Procedures involved in the circumstances which led to the grievance; (g) resolution of the grievance must occur within ten 500.02, Step 3, 5, Grievance Procedures (10) business days unless circumstances dictate a longer time frame. The youth shall be notified of ☒ ☐ ☐ The documentation as well as interviews show that detention staff respond to any delay; and, grievances in a timely fashion. (h) the policy shall provide multiple internal and 500.02, Definition 4, Grievance Procedures ☒ ☐ ☐ external methods to report sexual abuse and sexual harassment. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 45 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS Whether or not associated with a grievance, concerns 500.02, Page 4, NOTE, Grievance of parents, guardians, staff or other parties shall be Procedures addressed and documented in accordance with written The Facility Manager, SJCO, Sr. JCO, or policies and procedures within a specified timeframe. ☒ ☐ ☐ Shift Leader shall address any concerns, whether associated with a grievance, of parents, guardians, staff, or other parties within two calendar days. 1362 REPORTING OF INCIDENTS 1004.03 Filling Shift Reports 1004.04 Special Incident Reports A written report of all incidents which result in physical harm, use of force, serious threat of physical harm, or Throughout the inspection process, written death of an employee, youth or other person(s) shall be ☒ ☐ ☐ reports of various incidents and Shift reports maintained. Such written record shall be prepared by the were reviewed. In review, HSYTF incident staff and submitted to the facility manager by the end of reports are written and prepared as required the shift, unless additional time is necessary and by Title 15 minimum standards. authorized by the facility manager or designee. 1363 USE OF REASONABLE FORCE TO COLLECT 400.08, 8-a, Obtaining DNA Samples/Palm DNA SPECIMENS, SAMPLES, IMPRESSIONS Prints (a) Pursuant to Penal Code Section 298.1 authorized law enforcement, custodial, or corrections Compliance with this regulation is based personnel including peace officers, may employ solely on a review of the policy and reasonable force to collect blood specimens, saliva procedure manual as the use of force to samples, and thumb or palm print impressions from ☐ ☐ ☒ collect DNA has not been conducted during individuals who are required to provide such this inspection cycle. samples, specimens or impressions pursuant to This policy states staff will advise the youth Penal Code Section 296 and who refuse following of their court-ordered obligation to submit written or oral request. DNA, however, if the youth refuses staff will notify the assigned DPO of the refusal and the youth may be returned to Court. (1) For the purpose of this section, the “use of reasonable force” shall be defined as the force The Humboldt SYTF follows the Policy of that an objective, trained and competent ☐ ☐ ☒ Humboldt County Juvenile Hall, which correctional employee, faced with similar facts indicates, that force will not be used to collect and circumstances, would consider necessary DNA specimens, samples, or impressions. and reasonable to gain compliance with this section. (2) The use of reasonable force shall be preceded by The Humboldt SYTF follows the Policy of efforts to secure voluntary compliance. Efforts to Humboldt County Juvenile Hall, which secure voluntary compliance shall be indicates, that force will not be used to collect ☐ ☐ ☒ documented and include an advisement of the DNA specimens, samples, or impressions. legal obligation to provide the requisite specimen, sample or impression and the consequences of refusal. (b) The force shall not be used without the prior written Per the above policy, if a youth refuses to authorization of the supervising officer on duty. The cooperate with the sample collection, the authorization shall include information that reflects ☐ ☐ ☒ force will not be used in the collection of the fact that the offender was asked to provide the samples except as authorized by a court requisite specimen, sample, or impression and order. refused. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 46 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (1) If the use of reasonable force includes a cell It is the Policy of Humboldt County Juvenile extraction, the extraction shall be videotaped. Hall that force will not be used to collect DNA Video shall be directed at the cell extraction specimens, samples, or impressions. event. The videotape shall be retained by the ☐ ☐ ☒ agency for the length of time required by statute. Notwithstanding the use of the video as evidence in a court proceeding, the tape shall be retained administratively. 1370 EDUCATION PROGRAM 100.04 Procedure A, Education Program/Von Humboldt High School (a) School Programs HCJH and the HSYTF facilities coexist The County Board of Education shall provide for the within the same sole unit of the JH complex. administration and operation of juvenile court schools in Both utilize staff that are cross-trained to conjunction with the Chief Probation Officer, or designee work at both facilities. Further, all HCJH pursuant to applicable State laws. The school and facility policies and procedures are applicable to administrators shall develop and implement written policy the HSYTF including, but not limited to the and procedures to ensure communication and Education Program. coordination between educators and probation staff. Culturally responsive and trauma-informed approaches In part, compliance was confirmed as part should be applied when providing instruction. Education of the required annual, Title 15, Section staff should collaborate with the facility administrator to 1313 County Inspection and Evaluation of use technology to facilitate learning and ensure safe Building and Grounds evaluation. The technology practices. The facility administrator shall facility was evaluated on September 2, request an annual review of each required element of the 2022, and completed by Gayle Conway program by the Superintendent of Schools, and a report Director of Student Services Northern or review checklist on compliance, deficiencies, and Humboldt Union High School District. corrective action needed to achieve compliance with this The facility operates the Von Humboldt section. Such a review, when conducted, cannot be School through the Humboldt County Office delegated to the principal or any other staff of any ☒ ☐ ☐ of Education. juvenile court school site. The Superintendent of Schools shall conduct this review in conjunction with a qualified There is one teacher and one aide outside agency or individual. Upon receipt of the review, operating one of the two classrooms on the facility administrator or designee shall review each site. The second classroom is used item with the Superintendent of Schools and shall take including, but not limited to assisting high whatever corrective action is necessary to address each school graduates with their education deficiency and to fully protect the educational interests of transition plans through taking online all youth in the facility. courses. BSCC staff interviewed education staff, (Principal). The School Principal reported that the collaborative communication between education services and probation is well-balanced. Together, both agencies ensure culturally responsive and trauma- informed approaches are applied when providing instruction. BSCC staff also interviewed youth detained at the facility and physically inspected the classrooms. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 47 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (b) Required Elements 100.04 Procedure A, Page 2, Paragraph 2, Education Program/Von Humboldt High School The facility school program shall comply with the State Education Code and County Board of Education policies, Compliance was confirmed as part of the all applicable federal education statutes and regulations required annual, Title 15, Section 1313 and provide for an annual evaluation of the educational County Inspection and Evaluation of Building program offerings. As stated in the 2009 California and Grounds evaluation. The facility was Standards for the Teaching Profession, teachers shall evaluated on September 2, 2022, and establish and maintain learning environments that are ☒ ☐ ☐ completed by Gayle Conway Dir of Student physically, emotionally, and intellectually safe. Youth Services Northern Humboldt Union High shall be provided a rigorous, quality educational program School District. that responds to the different learning styles and abilities Youth in detention are afforded Common of students and prepares them for high school Core classroom instruction. The curriculum graduation, career entry, and post-secondary education. prepares the youth for online classes with the College of the Redwoods, a local community college. All youth shall be treated equally, and the education 100.04 Procedure A, Page 1, Paragraph 2, program shall be free from discriminatory action. Staff Education Program/Von Humboldt High School shall refer to transgender, intersex and gender- BSCC staff physically inspected classrooms nonconforming youth by their preferred name and gender. ☒ ☐ ☐ and interviewed the high school Principal. We found that the learning environment and the quality of educational programming meet the Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. (1) The course of study shall comply with the State 100.04 Procedure A, Page 2, Paragraph 3, Education Code and include, but not be limited Education Program/Von Humboldt High School to, courses required for high school graduation. The school program offers Core Curriculum via Chrome Books which provides online coursework that enables students to work independently for hybrid learning. ☒ ☐ ☐ The school has the MARS Program to provide students with video, photo, and editing skills; a Senior Portfolio program; support from the Cal Jobs Program; food handlers program for Serve-Safe certificates; and driver’s education classes. (2) Information and preparation for the High School 100.04 Procedure A, Page 2, Paragraph 3, Equivalency Test as approved by the California Education Program/Von Humboldt High School Department of Education shall be made The school program offers Core Curriculum available to eligible youth. ☒ ☐ ☐ via Chrome Books which provides online coursework that enables students and high school graduates to take online college courses. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 48 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (3) Youth shall be informed of post-secondary 100.04 Procedure A, Page 2, Paragraph 1, education and vocational opportunities. Education Program/Von Humboldt High School The Office of Ed provides supervised online learning via the College of the Redwoods for high school graduate youth or fully enrolled ☒ ☐ ☐ youth. In addition, teachers provide a life skills elective component every Friday to keep youth engaged. There is a 24th Century Technology component that offers computer instruction, photoshop learning, and technology-related curriculums for students each week. (4) Administration of the High School Equivalency 100.04 Procedure A, Page 2, Paragraph 1, Tests as approved by the California Department ☒ ☐ ☐ Education Program/Von Humboldt High School of Education, shall be made available when possible. (5) Supplemental instruction shall be afforded to 100.04 Procedure A, Page 1, Paragraph 1, youth who do not demonstrate sufficient Education Program/Von Humboldt High School progress towards grade level standards. There is a paraprofessional in the classroom assisting the teacher with those youth who ☒ ☐ ☐ need supplemental instruction. Per the annual education services evaluation, HSYTF is compliant with Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. (6) The minimum school day shall be consistent with 100.04 Procedure B, Page 3, Paragraph 2, State Education Code Requirements for juvenile Education Program/Von Humboldt High School court schools. The facility administrator, in The school day is from Monday through conjunction with education staff, must ensure ☒ ☐ ☐ Friday from 8:30 am - 2:10 pm. that operational procedures do not interfere with the time afforded for the minimum instructional Per the annual education services day. Absences, time out of class or educational evaluation, HSYTF is compliant with Title 15 instruction, both excused and unexcused, shall minimum standards for this regulation. be documented. (7) Education shall be provided to all youth 100.04 Procedure B, Page 3, Paragraph 2, regardless of classification, housing, security Education Program/Von Humboldt High School status, disciplinary or separation status, Chrome Books and Life Skills are offered to including room confinement, except when ☒ ☐ ☐ high school graduates. In addition, all youth providing education poses an immediate threat have access to virtual reality (VR) equipment to the safety of self or others. Education for VR career Technology courses. includes, but is not limited to, related services as provided in a youth’s Section 504 Plan or Individualized Education Program (IEP). 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 49 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (c) School Discipline 100.04 Procedure C, Page 3, Paragraph 2, Education Program/Von Humboldt High School (1) Positive behavior management will be implemented to reduce the need for disciplinary Juvenile Hall staff provide program action in the school setting and be integrated into assistance in integrating the Juvenile Hall the facility's overall behavioral management plan behavior management "Step Score" program ☒ ☐ ☐ and security system. into the overall school program. In doing so, Juvenile Hall staff collaborates with the school department to create a positive atmosphere through the use of the Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) framework. (2) School staff shall be advised of administrative 100.04 Procedure C, Page 3, Paragraph 2, decisions made by probation staff that may Education Program/Von Humboldt High School affect the educational programming of students. ☒ ☐ ☐ During an interview, the school Principal expressed that Probation does well in keeping education staff advised of circumstances that may affect a student. (3) Except as otherwise provided by the State 100.04 Procedure C, Page 3, Paragraph 1 Education Code, expulsion/suspension from school shall be imposed only when other means of correction fails to bring about proper conduct. School staff shall follow the appropriate due ☒ ☐ ☐ process safeguards as set forth in the State Education Code including the rights of students with special needs. School staff shall document the other means of correction used prior to imposing expulsion/ suspension if an expulsion/suspension is ultimately imposed. (4) The facility administrator, in conjunction with 100.04 Procedure C, Page 3, Paragraph 2, education staff will develop policies and Education Program/Von Humboldt High School procedures that address the rights of any Educational services provide supplemental student who has continuing difficulty completing ☒ ☐ ☐ assistance to youth through a school day. paraprofessionals who are in the classroom during the week. The classroom teacher also provides added assistance when needed. (d) Provisions for Special Populations 100.04 Procedure B-3, Education Program/Von Humboldt High School (1) State and federal laws and regulations shall be observed for all individuals with disabilities or Educational services provide supplemental suspected disabilities. This includes but is not ☒ ☐ ☐ assistance to youth through limited to child find, assessment, continuum of paraprofessionals who are in the classroom alternative placements, manifestation during the week. determination reviews, and implementation of Section 504 Plans and Individualized Education Programs. (2) Youth identified as English Learners (EL) shall be 100.04 Procedure A, Page 1, Paragraph 2, afforded an educational program that addresses Education Program/Von Humboldt High School ☒ ☐ ☐ their language needs pursuant to all applicable state and federal laws and regulations governing programs for EL students. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 50 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (e) Educational Screening and Admission 100.04 Procedure B, Page 2, Paragraph 1, Education Program/Von Humboldt High School (1) Youth shall be interviewed after admittance and a record maintained that documents a youth's ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff interviewed education staff educational history, including but not limited to: (Principal), as well as youth detained at the facility to assist in confirming compliance with the elements of this regulation. (A) School progress/school history; 100.04 Procedure B-1, Education Program/Von ☒ ☐ ☐ Humboldt High School (B) Home Language Survey and the results of 100.04 Procedure B-2, Education Program/Von ☒ ☐ ☐ the State Test used for English language Humboldt High School proficiency; (C) Needs and services of special populations 100.04 Procedure B-3, Education Program/Von as defined by the State Education Code, Humboldt High School including but not limited to, students with ☒ ☐ ☐ special needs. Per the annual education services evaluation, HSYTF is compliant with Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. (D) Discipline problems. ☒ ☐ ☐ 100.04 Procedure B-4 (2) Youth will be immediately enrolled in school. 100.04 Procedure B, Page 2, Paragraph 2, Educational staff shall conduct an assessment Education Program/Von Humboldt High School to determine the youth's general academic ☒ ☐ ☐ functioning levels to enable placement in core The Education Department employs school curriculum courses. personnel to ensure compliance with this regulation. (3) After admission to the facility, a preliminary 100.04 Procedure B, Page 2, Paragraph 2, education plan shall be developed for each Education Program/Von Humboldt High School youth within five school days. ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff interviewed education services staff and reviewed student records to confirm compliance with the elements of this regulation. (4) Upon enrollment, education staff shall comply 100.04 Procedure B, Page 3, Paragraph 2, with the State Education Code and request the Education Program/Von Humboldt High School youth's records from his/her prior school(s), including, but not limited to, transcripts, The Education Department employs school Individual Education Program (IEP), 504 Plan, personnel to ensure compliance with this ☒ ☐ ☐ state language assessment scores, regulation immunization records, exit grades, and partial credits. Upon receipt of the transcripts, the youth's educational plan shall be reviewed with the youth and modified as needed. Youth should be informed of the credits they need to graduate. (f) Educational Reporting 100.04 Procedure B, Page 2, Paragraph 1, Education Program/Von Humboldt High School (1) The complete facility educational record of the ☒ ☐ ☐ youth shall be forwarded to the next educational The Education Department employs school placement in accordance with the State personnel to ensure compliance with this Education Code. regulation. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 51 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (2) The County Superintendent of Schools shall 100.04 Procedure B, Page 2, Paragraph 1, provide appropriate credit (full or partial) for Education Program/Von Humboldt High School ☒ ☐ ☐ course work completed while in juvenile court school in accordance with the State Education Code. (g) Transition and Re-Entry Planning 100.04 Procedure A, Page 3, Paragraph 1, Education Program/Von Humboldt High (1) The Superintendent of Schools and the Chief School Probation Officer or designee, shall develop policies and procedures to meet the transition ☒ ☐ ☐ The youth’s assigned DPO, behavioral needs of youth, including the development of an health, and skills coach collaborate to ensure education transition plan, in accordance with the a CFT is scheduled for transition planning State Education Code and in alignment with Title prior to the youth’s release from JH. 15, Minimum Standards for Juvenile Facilities, Section 1355. (h) Post-Secondary Education Opportunities 100.04 Procedure A and B, Education Program/Von Humboldt High School (1) The school and facility administrator should, whenever possible, collaborate with local post- secondary education providers to facilitate ☒ ☐ ☐ Career Zone curriculum for technical trades access to educational and vocational offers computer instruction, photoshop opportunities for youth that considers the use of technology to implement these programs. learning, and technology-related curriculums for students each week. 1371 PROGRAMS, RECREATION, AND 1403.01 Statement Defining Programs EXERCISE. Recreation and Exercise 1403.02 Recreation, Programming, and Activities The facility administrator shall develop and implement written policies and procedures for programs, BSCC staff reviewed the above policies and ☒ ☐ ☐ recreation, and exercise for all youth. The intent is to procedures, programming/ activity logs, and minimize the amount of time youth are in their rooms or pertinent documentation for the months of their bed area. April, May, and June of 2023. The facility’s policy and procedure are applicable to the elements of this regulation, as required. Juvenile facilities shall provide the opportunity for 1403.01 Statement Defining Programs programs, recreation, and exercise a minimum of three Recreation and Exercise, Paragraph 3 hours a day during the week and five hours a day each ☒ ☐ ☐ Saturday, Sunday or other non-school days, of which one hour shall be an outdoor activity, weather permitting. A youth’s participation in programs, recreation, and 1403.01 Statement Defining Programs exercise may be suspended only upon a written finding Recreation and Exercise, Paragraph 2 ☒ ☐ ☐ by the administrator/manager or designee that a youth represents a threat to the safety and security of the facility. Such program, recreation, and exercise schedule shall 1403.01 Statement Defining Programs ☒ ☐ ☐ be posted in the living units. Recreation and Exercise, Paragraph 2 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 52 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS There will be a written annual review of the programs, 1403.01 Statement Defining Programs recreation, and exercise by the responsible agency to Recreation and Exercise, Paragraph 3 ensure content offered is current, consistent, and A letter provided by Facility Program relevant to the population. Manager, Dayna Wilcox, confirmed that an ☒ ☐ ☐ annual review of the programs, recreation, and exercise by the responsible agency was conducted to ensure content offered is current, consistent, and relevant to the population. (a) Programs. All youth shall be provided with the 1403.01 Statement Defining Programs opportunity for at least one hour of daily Recreation and Exercise, Paragraph 1 programming to include, but not be limited to, trauma focused, cognitive, evidence-based, best practice To confirm compliance, BSCC staff reviewed interventions that are culturally relevant and the program’s Exercise and Recreation linguistically appropriate, or pro-social interventions policy and procedure, logs, and pertinent and activities designed to reduce recidivism. These documentation for the months of March, programs should be based on the youth’s individual April, and May of 2023. We also interviewed needs as required by Sections 1355 and 1356. Such detention staff as well as youth housed at the programs may be provided under the direction of the facility. Chief Probation Officer or the County Office of ☒ ☐ ☐ In collaboration with education services, Education and can be administered by county behavioral health services, and probation, partners such as mental health agencies, community the facility conducts an array of programming based organizations, faith-based organizations or that are trauma-focused, cognitive, evidence- Probation staff. based, best practice interventions that are Programs may include but are not limited to: culturally relevant and pro-social interventions and activities. These programs include but are not limited to, Interactive Journaling, Boys to Men, and Aggression Replacement Training (ART). (1) Cognitive Behavior Interventions; 1403.01 Statement Defining Programs (2) Management of Stress and Trauma; Recreation and Exercise, Paragraph 1, 1-17 (3) Anger Management; (4) Conflict Resolution; (5) Juvenile Justice System; Programs are facilitated by JCO staff, (6) Trauma-related interventions; community volunteers/partners, Behavior (7) Victim Awareness; Health, and the Office of Education (8) Self-Improvement; Services. (9) Parenting Skills and support; (10) Tolerance and Diversity; Programs include, but are not limited to, the (11) Healing Informed Approaches; following: (12) Interventions by Credible Messengers; ☒ ☐ ☐ (13) Gender Specific Programming; Anger Management Training (ART); (14) Art, creative writing, or self-expression; Substance Use Disorder Groups; (15) CPR and First Aid training; Independent Living Skills; Restorative (16) Restorative Justice or Civic Engagement; Conferencing; Community Meetings (All (17) Career and leadership opportunities; and, youth monthly); Bullying Curriculum; (18) Other topics suitable to the youth population. Empowerment and Mentorship Curriculums; Boys to Men; Ink People Art Education; Religious Services; Pro-Social Passes; Project Rebound; Exercise and Recreation Programs; and AA/NA. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 53 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (b) Recreation. All youth shall be provided the 1403.02 Recreation, Programming, and opportunity for at least one hour of daily access to Activities, I through IV unscheduled activities such as leisure reading, letter ☒ ☐ ☐ writing, and entertainment. Activities shall be supervised and include orientation and may include coaching of youth. (c) Exercise. All youth shall be provided with the 1403.01 Statement Defining Programs opportunity for at least one hour of large muscle Recreation and Exercise, Paragraph 1 activity each day. After a review of programming activity logs, ☒ ☐ ☐ and interviews with youth housed at the facility and detention staff, Humboldt County SYTF meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. The administrator/manager may suspend, for a period 1403.01 Statement Defining Programs not to exceed 24 hours, access to recreation and Recreation and Exercise, Paragraph 2 ☒ ☐ ☐ programs. The administrator/manager shall document the reasons why suspension of recreation and programs occurs. 1372 RELIGIOUS PROGRAM 500.01 Materials & Procedures for Detainee Orientation, I-6 The facility administrator shall provide access to 1404.02 Religious Programming religious services and/or religious counseling at least once each week. Attendance shall be voluntary. A youth ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff concluded that the facility meets shall be allowed to participate in an activity outside of compliance with Title 15 minimum standards their room if he/she elects not to participate in religious for this regulation. programs. Religious programs shall provide for: (a) opportunity for religious services and practices; 500.01 Materials & Procedures for Detainee Orientation, I-6 1404.02 Religious Programming Through interviews with youth housed at the ☒ ☐ ☐ facility and a review of the programming schedules, we were able to determine that Humboldt SYTF meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. (b) availability of clergy; and, 500.01 Materials & Procedures for Detainee ☒ ☐ ☐ Orientation, I-6 1404.02 Religious Programming 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 54 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (c) availability of religious diets. 500.01 Materials & Procedures for Detainee Orientation, I-6 1404.02 Religious Programming Through documentation and interviews with youth housed at the facility, medical staff, and food services personnel, we were able ☒ ☐ ☐ to determine that HSYTF complies with the Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. Per policy, the agency honors religious diets. This regulation was further confirmed through interviewing food services personnel. 1373 WORK PROGRAM 1405 Juvenile Assigned Work Service Program (JAWS) The facility administrator shall develop policies and procedures regarding the fair and consistent assignment A review of policy and procedures revealed of youth to work programs. Work assigned to a youth ☒ ☐ ☐ compliance with this regulation. shall be meaningful, constructive and related to vocational training or increasing a youth's sense of responsibility. Work programs shall not be imposed as a disciplinary measure 1374 VISITING 800.01 Visitation The facility administrator shall develop and implement BSCC staff reviewed visiting policy and written policies and procedures for visiting, that include procedure, visiting schedules, and logs for provisions for special visits. Youth shall be allowed to March, April, May, and June of 2023. We receive visits by parents, guardians or persons standing ☒ ☐ ☐ also interviewed youth and detention staff. in loco parentis, and children of youth. Other family Based on information received and members, such as grandparents and siblings, and interviews, BSCC staff conclude that HSYTF supportive adults, may be allowed to visit with the complies with Title 15 minimum standards for approval of the facility administrator or designee, and in this regulation. conjunction with the youth’s case plan or in the best interest of the youth. All visits shall occur at reasonable times, subject only to 800.01 Visitation the limitations necessary to maintain order and security. Visitation shall not be denied solely based on the visitor’s HSYTF ensures visiting occurs at reasonable criminal history. The staff shall determine in each case, ☒ ☐ ☐ times and if a visitor is denied, the youth whether the visitor’s criminal history represents a risk to affected is notified. the safety of youth or staff in the facility. Any denial of visitation or limitation on visitations shall be communicated to the youth, person denied and facility administrator. Opportunity for visitation shall be a minimum of two hours 800.01 Visitation per week. Visits may be supervised, but conversations shall not be monitored unless there is a security or safety The facility offers one-hour visits two days need. per week, Wednesday 5:00-6:00 pm and Saturday and Sunday 12:15-1:15 pm ☒ ☐ ☐ A review of visiting logs and interviews with youth confirm that HSYTF ensures youth have an opportunity to have visitation for a minimum of two hours per week. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 55 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS Provisions for special visits, in addition to the two-hour 800.01 Visitation minimum and/or outside of the regular visiting hours, 800.02 Special Visits shall be accommodated as necessary and within the discretion of the facility administrator or designee. Family ☒ ☐ ☐ therapy and professional visits shall be accommodated outside the provisions of this regulation. Facilities may provide visitation opportunities outside of normal visiting hours to accommodate special visits. The facility may provide access to technology as an ☒ ☐ ☐ alternative, but not as a replacement, to in-person visiting. 1375 CORRESPONDENCE 500.03 Detainee Correspondence- Mail Policy The facility administrator shall develop and implement ☒ ☐ ☐ written policies and procedures for correspondence Staff and youth interviewed as well as a which provide that: review of policy and procedures revealed compliance with this regulation. (a) there is no limitation on the volume of mail that youth 500.01 Materials & Procedures for Detainee may send or receive; Orientation, I-9 ☒ ☐ ☐ 500.03 500.03 Detainee Correspondence- Mail Policy (b) youth may send two letters per week postage free; 500.01 Materials & Procedures for Detainee Orientation, I-9 500.03 Detainee Correspondence- Mail ☒ ☐ ☐ Policy Youth may send an unlimited number of letters each week. (c) youth may correspond confidentially with state and 500.01 Materials & Procedures for Detainee federal courts, any member of the State Bar or holder Orientation, I-9 of public office, and the Board; however, authorized 500.03 Detainee Correspondence- Mail ☒ ☐ ☐ facility staff may open and inspect such mail only to Policy search for contraband and in the presence of the youth; and, (d) incoming and outgoing mail, other than that described 500.01 Materials & Procedures for Detainee in (c), may be read by staff only when there is Orientation, I-9 ☒ ☐ ☐ reasonable cause to believe facility safety and security, public safety, or youth safety is jeopardized. 1376 TELEPHONE ACCESS 500.04 Telephone Access The administrator of each juvenile facility shall develop BSCC staff interviewed detention staff and and implement written policies and procedures to provide ☒ ☐ ☐ interviewed youth housed at the facility. We youth with access to telephone communications. also reviewed policy and procedures. HSYTF meets compliance with the elements of this regulation. 1377 ACCESS TO LEGAL SERVICES 500.01 Materials & Procedures for Detainee Orientation, I-5 The facility administrator shall develop written 500.07 Access to Legal Services procedures to ensure the right of youth to have access to ☒ ☐ ☐ the courts and legal services. Such access shall include: BSCC staff interviewed detention staff and interviewed youth housed at the facility. We also reviewed policy and procedures. (a) access, upon request by the youth, to licensed 500.01 Materials & Procedures for Detainee attorneys and their authorized representatives; ☒ ☐ ☐ Orientation, I-5 500.07 Access to Legal Services 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 56 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (b) provision for confidential consultation with 500.07 Access to Legal Services ☒ ☐ ☐ attorneys; and, (c) unlimited postage free, legal correspondence and 500.01 Materials & Procedures for Detainee cost-free telephone access as appropriate. ☒ ☐ ☐ Orientation, I-5 500.07 Access to Legal Services 1390 DISCIPLINE 1101.04 Administration of Discipline The facility administrator shall develop and implement In addition to reviewing policy and written policies and procedures for the discipline of youth procedure, BSCC staff reviewed discipline that shall promote acceptable behavior; including the use due process incident report examples for of positive behavior interventions and supports. the months of April, May, and June of 2023. Discipline shall be imposed at the least restrictive level We also interviewed youth housed at the ☒ ☐ ☐ which promotes the desired behavior and shall not facility and JCO detention staff. include corporal punishment, group punishment, The facility developed a matrix for physical or psychological degradation. Deprivation of the discipline, including sanctions for behaviors following is not permitted: that were fair and reasonable. The sanction matrix allows for consistent and fair treatment of all youth. (a) bed and bedding; ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, A, A (b) daily shower, access to drinking fountain, toilet and 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, A, I, E, personal hygiene items, and clean clothing; and C BSCC staff interviewed youth housed at the ☒ ☐ ☐ facility and detention staff and reviewed documentation to determine that the facility complies with the Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. (c) full nutrition; ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, A, B (d) contact with parent or attorney; ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, A, D (e) exercise; 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, A, F BSCC staff interviewed youth housed at the ☒ ☐ ☐ facility and detention staff and reviewed documentation to determine that the facility complies with the Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. (f) medical services and counseling; 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, A, L ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff interviewed youth, medical staff, and behavioral health staff in addition to reviewing documentation. (g) religious services; ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, A, J (h) clean and sanitary living conditions; ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, A, K (i) the right to send and receive mail; ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, A, H 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 57 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (j) education; and, 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, A, G BSCC staff interviewed youth housed at the facility and Humboldt Office of Education (HOE) staff. We also reviewed documentation. SYTF staff provide program assistance in ☒ ☐ ☐ integrating the Juvenile Hall behavior management "Step Score" program into the overall school program. In doing so, SYTF staff collaborates with the school department to create a positive atmosphere through the use of the Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) framework. (k) rehabilitative programming. ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, A, M The facility administrator shall establish rules of conduct 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, B and disciplinary penalties to guide the conduct of youth. Such rules and penalties shall include both major violations and minor violations, be stated simply and ☒ ☐ ☐ Sections A-C lists Minor, Major, and Critical affirmatively, and be made available to all youth. Rule Violations with available sanctions. Provision shall be made to provide accessible information to youth with disabilities, limited English proficiency, or limited literacy. 1391 DISCIPLINE PROCESS 1101.07 Disciplinary Due Process, II Formal Due Process The facility administrator shall develop and implement written policies and procedures for the administration of BSCC staff reviewed discipline process discipline which shall include, but not be limited to: incident report examples for March, April, and May of 2023 or the 10 most recent examples. We also interviewed youth housed at the facility and detention staff. The Juvenile Correction Officers complete daily point sheets that document youth behavior. The summaries are evaluated ☒ ☐ ☐ each evening to determine the youth’s success in Step advancement which allows for more incentives and privileges, including later bedtimes. The daily points become communitive summaries that outline expectations related to the case plan and overall performance in the program. The agency promotes PBIS, along with the HCOE, which relies on respectful and transparent communication between staff and youth. The Due Process procedure articulates this methodology. (a) designation of personnel authorized to impose 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, First discipline for violation of rules; Sentence ☒ ☐ ☐ All staff receive this designation after core training, with supervisor review post- incident. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 58 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (b) prohibiting discipline to be delegated to any youth; ☒ ☐ ☐ 1101.04 General Policy Line 1 (c) definition of major and minor rule violations and 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, B their consequences, and due process requirements; Sections A-C lists Minor, Major, and Critical Rule Violations with available sanctions. This policy articulates that during the ☒ ☐ ☐ orientation process the minor, moderate, and major rule violations, as well as sanctions and due process requirements are explained to each youth. BSCC staff also interviewed youth and observed that the rules posted were available to youth to review. (d) trauma-informed approaches and positive behavior 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, interventions; Paragraphs 1 and 2 Juvenile Hall staff provide program assistance in integrating the Juvenile Hall behavior management "Step Score" program ☒ ☐ ☐ into the overall school program. In doing so, Juvenile Hall staff collaborates with the school department to create a positive atmosphere through the use of the Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) framework. (e) minor rule violations may be handled informally by 1101.07 Disciplinary Due Process, I-A, 3, 4, counseling, advising the youth of expected conduct 5, 7 imposing a minor consequence. Discipline shall be accompanied by written documentation and a BSCC staff reviewed the policy, reviewed policy of review and appeal to a supervisor; and, ☒ ☐ ☐ discipline sheets, interviewed youth housed at the facility, and interviewed detention staff. Our findings confirmed that HSYTF meets Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation (f) major rule violations and the discipline process 1101.07 Disciplinary Due Process, II-A, 3 shall be documented and require the following: BSCC staff reviewed the policy, reviewed due process reports, interviewed youth housed at the facility, and interviewed detention staff. Our findings confirmed that ☒ ☐ ☐ HSYTF meets Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. Youth are oriented and understand that major rule violations are violations that directly affect the safety and security of the facility and/or disrupt the facility’s operations. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 59 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (1) written notice of violation prior to a hearing; 1101.07 Disciplinary Due Process, II-e BSCC staff reviewed the policy, reviewed due process reports, interviewed youth ☒ ☐ ☐ housed at the facility, and interviewed detention staff. Our findings confirmed that HSYTF meets Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation (2) accommodations provided to youth with 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, B disabilities, limited literacy, and English ☒ ☐ ☐ Paragraph 1 language learners; (3) hearing by a person who is not a party to the 1101.07 Disciplinary Due Process, II ☒ ☐ ☐ incident; Impartial Fact Finder (4) opportunity for the youth to be heard, present 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, B evidence and testimony; Paragraph 1 1101.07 Disciplinary Due Process, II-A, 4-b BSCC staff requested to review discipline process incident report examples for April, May, and June of 2023 that occurred. We ☒ ☐ ☐ also interviewed youth housed at the facility and detention staff. The facility does well in documenting that youth are, in a timely manner, provided the opportunity to appeal a discipline being imposed. (5) provision for youth to be assisted by staff in the 1101.04 Administration of Discipline, B ☒ ☐ ☐ hearing process; Paragraph 1 (6) provision for administrative review. 1101.07 Disciplinary Due Process, II ☒ ☐ ☐ Impartial Fact Finder, A (g) violations that result in a removal from camp or commitment program, but not a return to court, will ☒ ☐ ☐ follow the due process provisions in subsection (e) above. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 60 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1410 MANAGEMENT OF COMMUNICABLE Humboldt County Juvenile Hall (HCJH) DISEASES. Policy 600-19 Communicable Disease Policy The health administrator/responsible physician, in This policy addresses the agency policy cooperation with the facility administrator and the local for communicable diseases in general health officer, shall develop written policies and terms as it relates to Title 15 Section procedures to address the identification, treatment, 1410: identification, treatment, control, control and follow-up management of communicable and follow-up management of diseases. The policies and procedures shall address, communicable diseases. but not be limited to: Wellpath Humboldt County Juvenile Hall Policy and Procedures (WHCJH) Reference 71428: Infection Prevention and Control Program This policy articulates all facets of this ☒ ☐ ☐ section of the regulation including, but not limited to, the scope; prevention; limiting the Spread (including the testing of youth); and maintaining the well-being of youth. Humboldt County JH: Protocol and Procedure to Mitigate the Spread of COVID- 19. This document outlines operational procedures for staff to follow when a youth is detained. To aid in confirming compliance with Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation, we reviewed the annual Medical / Mental, Nutrition, and Environmental Health evaluations by qualified evaluators 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 61 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (a) Intake health screening procedures; HCJH Policy 600-19 (a) Intake Screening Procedures HCJH Policy 600-19C Coronavirus Response Plan This policy applies written procedures to address the preparation, prevention, and management of COVID-19, including Screening of Youth at Intake (p. 2) Wellpath Humboldt County California Juvenile Policies and Procedures Reference #70740 ☒ ☐ ☐ This policy addresses the procedures for receiving/screening of youth entering the facility. A complete health appraisal will be conducted by Health Services staff on all new intakes within 96 hours (excluding holidays) of their admission into detention. BSCC staff interviewed medical personnel to help confirm compliance with the Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. (b) Identification of relevant symptoms; HCJH Policy 600-19 (b) Identification of Relevant Symptoms ☒ ☐ ☐ HCJH Policy 600-19C Coronavirus Response Plan: Preparation Bullet 3 and 5 (c) Referral for medical evaluation; HCJH Policy 600-19 (c) Referral for Medical Evaluation HCJH Policy 600-19C IV-1: Isolation/Reporting requirements. The youth shall be isolated pending medical evaluation. Wellpath Humboldt County California Juvenile Policies and Procedures ☒ ☐ ☐ Reference # 70740, Section 6.5 Receiving Screening Wellpath Humboldt County California Juvenile Policies and Procedures Reference #70740, Section 6.14 Pre-Detention Medical Evaluation BSCC staff interviewed medical personnel to help confirm compliance with the Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 62 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (d) Treatment responsibilities during detention; HCJH Policy 600-19 (d) Treatment responsibilities during Detention HCJH Policy 600-19C Coronavirus Response Plan: Quarantine Protocols Wellpath Humboldt County California ☒ ☐ ☐ Juvenile Policies and Procedures Reference # 70740, Section 6.3 and 6.7 Disposition (Treatment) of youth post-screening. This operational protocol outlines the treatment responsibilities of medical staff, facility staff, and youth. Wellpath Monitoring for Quarantined Patient Treatment Form. (e) Coordination with public and private community- HCJH Policy 600-19 (e) Coordination with based resources for follow-up treatment; Public and Private community-based resources for follow-up treatment. Wellpath Patient Education Form Wellpath ☒ ☐ ☐ Discharge Instruction Form To aid in confirming compliance with Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation, BSCC staff interviewed medical and behavioral health personnel. (f) Applicable reporting requirements; and, HCJH Policy 600-19 (f) Applicable Reporting Requirements ☒ ☐ ☐ This includes reporting any communicable disease to the Humboldt County Public Health Department according to federal, state, and local laws and regulations. (g) Strategies for handling disease outbreaks. HCJH Policy 600-19 (g) Strategies for handling outbreaks. HCJH Policy 600-19C Coronavirus Response Plan: Preparation Summary Wellpath Humboldt County California Juvenile Policies and Procedures Reference #70740, Section 6.7 Disposition of Screening and Evaluation-Procedures for housing and treatment. ☒ ☐ ☐ To aid in confirming compliance with Title 15 minimum standards, BSCC staff reviewed the annual Medical/Mental, Nutrition, and Environmental Health evaluations by qualified evaluators. BSCC staff also interviewed medical personnel to help determine that HSYTF meets the minimum requirements for this regulation. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 63 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS The policies and procedures shall be updated as The agency continues to follow current and necessary to reflect communicable disease priorities updated Wellpath, Public Health and CDC ☒ ☐ ☐ identified by the local health officer and currently guidelines for the youth population. recommended public health interventions. 1433 REQUESTS FOR HEALTH CARE SERVICES HCJH Policy 600-19 (d) Treatment (EXCERPT) responsibilities during Detention The health administrator, in cooperation with the facility The regulation requires that youth shall be administrator, shall develop policy and procedures to provided the opportunity to confidentially establish a daily routine for youth to convey requests for convey. either through written or verbal emergency and non-emergency medical, dental and communications, or a request for medical, behavioral/mental health care services. dental, or behavioral/mental health services. ☒ ☐ ☐ During the orientation process, information regarding access to medical services is explained in detail to all youth. BSCC staff discussed the importance of providing a confidential option for all the above services and ensuring the process is consistent. 1480 STANDARD FACILTY CLOTHING ISSUE 500 Materials and Procedures for Detainee Orientation The youth’s personal clothing, undergarments and footwear may be substituted for the institutional clothing ☒ ☐ ☐ and footwear specified in this regulation. The facility has the primary responsibility to provide clothing and footwear. Clothing provisions shall ensure that: (a) Clothing is clean, reasonably fitted, durable, easily BSCC staff interviewed youth and reviewed laundered, in good repair, and free of holes and documentation to determine that the facility ☒ ☐ ☐ tears. meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation (b) The standard issue of climatically suitable clothing ☒ ☐ ☐ for youth shall consist of but not be limited to: (1) Socks and serviceable footwear; 500 Materials and Procedures for Detainee Orientation, I-1 ☒ ☐ ☐ BSCC staff interviewed youth and reviewed documentation to determine that the facility meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation (2) Outer garments; 500 Materials and Procedures for Detainee ☒ ☐ ☐ Orientation 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (3) New non-disposable underwear which shall 500 Materials and Procedures for Detainee remain with the youth throughout their stay, ☒ ☐ ☐ Orientation and; 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (4) Undergarments, that are freshly laundered and 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall free of stains, including tee shirts and bras. BSCC staff interviewed youth and reviewed ☒ ☐ ☐ documentation to determine that the facility meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 64 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS (c) Clothing is laundered at the temperature required To aid in confirming compliance with Title 15 by local ordinances for the commercial laundries minimum standards, BSCC staff reviewed and dried completely in a mechanical dryer or other ☒ ☐ ☐ the annual Medical/Mental, Nutrition, and laundry method approved by the local health officer. Environmental Health evaluations by qualified evaluators. (d) Suitable clothing is issued to pregnant youth. ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall 1482 CLOTHING EXCHANGE 1007.01 In-house Laundry Procedure, Page 1, Paragraphs 1 and 2 The facility administrator shall develop and implement 1007.02 Shower Preparation written policies and site-specific procedures for the cleaning and scheduled exchange of clothing. Unless The facility assigns youth their own laundry work, climatic conditions, or illness necessitates more bag to ensure they receive their own clothing ☒ ☐ ☐ frequent exchange, outer garments, except for back after being laundered. footwear, shall be exchanged at least once each week. Tee shirts, bras, and underwear shall be exchanged BSCC staff interviewed youth and reviewed daily; youth shall receive their own underwear back at documentation to determine that the facility exchange. meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. 1484 CONTROL OF VERMIN IN YOUTH’S 1007.01 In-house Laundry Procedure, Page PERSONAL CLOTHING 2, Paragraph 1 There shall be written policies and site-specific procedures developed and implemented by the facility ☒ ☐ ☐ administrator to control the contamination and/or spread of vermin and ecto-parasites in all youth’s personal clothing. Infested clothing shall be cleaned or stored in a closed container so as to eradicate or stop the spread of the vermin. 1485 ISSUE OF PERSONAL CARE ITEMS 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall There shall be written policies and site-specific procedures developed and implemented by the facility administrator for the availability of personal hygiene ☒ ☐ ☐ items. Each female youth shall be provided with sanitary napkins, panty liners and tampons as requested. Each youth to be held over 24 hours shall be provided with the following personal care items; (a) Toothbrush; ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (b) Toothpaste; ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (c) Soap; ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (d) Comb; ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (e) Shaving implements; ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (f) Deodorant; ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (g) Lotion; ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (h) Shampoo; and, ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (i) Post-shower conditioning hair products. ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 65 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS Youth shall not be required to share any personal care The Disposable Razors are placed in the items listed in items (a) through (d). Liquid soap control room after use. provided through a common dispenser is permitted. Youth shall not share disposable razors. Double edged BSCC staff interviewed youth and reviewed safety razors, electric razors, and other shaving documentation to determine that the facility ☒ ☐ ☐ instruments capable of breaking the skin, when shared meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum among youth, shall be disinfected between individual standards for this regulation uses by the method prescribed by the State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology in Sections 979 and 980, Chapter 9, Title 16, California Code of Regulations. 1486 PERSONAL HYGIENE 1007.02 Shower Preparation 1008.03 Oral Hygiene There shall be written policies and site specific procedures developed and implemented by the facility All elements of this regulation are in the administrator for showering/bathing and brushing of referenced policy. ☒ ☐ ☐ teeth. Youth shall be permitted to shower/bathe up on assignment to a housing unit and on a daily basis BSCC staff interviewed youth and reviewed thereafter and given an opportunity to brush their teeth documentation to determine that the facility after each meal. meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum standards for this regulation. 1487 SHAVING 1008.02 Shaving Youth shall have access to a razor daily, unless their BSCC staff interviewed youth and reviewed appearance must be maintained for reasons of documentation to determine that the facility identification in Court. All youth shall have equal ☒ ☐ ☐ meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum opportunity to shave face and body hair. The facility standards for this regulation. administrator may suspend this requirement in relation to youth who are considered to be a danger to themselves or others. 1488 HAIR CARE SERVICES (Excerpt) 1008.01 Hair Care Services Hair care services shall be available in all juvenile BSCC staff interviewed youth and reviewed facilities. Youth shall receive hair care services monthly. ☒ ☐ ☐ documentation to determine that the facility Equipment shall be cleaned and disinfected after each meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum haircut or procedure, by a method approved by the standards for this regulation. State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. 1500 STANDARD BEDDING AND LINEN ISSUE 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall Clean laundered, suitable bedding and linens, in good BSCC staff interviewed youth and reviewed ☒ ☐ ☐ repair, shall be provided for each youth entering a living documentation to determine that the facility area who is expected to remain overnight, shall include, meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum but not be limited to: standards for this regulation. (a) One mattress or mattress-pillow combination which 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall meets the requirements of Section 1502 of these ☒ ☐ ☐ regulations; (b) One pillow and a pillow case unless provided for in 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall ☒ ☐ ☐ (a) above; (c) One mattress cover and a sheet or two sheets; ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (d) One towel; and, ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall (e) One blanket or more, up on request ☒ ☐ ☐ 200.05 Admission of Youth to Juvenile Hall 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 66 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS 1501 BEDDING LINEN EXCHANGE 1007.01 In-house Laundry Procedure The facility administrator shall develop and implement BSCC staff interviewed youth and reviewed site specific written policies and procedures for the documentation to determine that the facility scheduled exchange of laundered bedding and linen ☒ ☐ ☐ meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum issued to each youth housed. Washable items such as standards for this regulation. sheets, mattress covers, pillow cases and towels shall be exchanged for clean replacement at least once each week. The covering blanket shall be cleaned or laundered 1007.01 In-house Laundry Procedure once a month. ☒ ☐ ☐ 1510 FACILITY SANITATION, SAFETY AND 1003.01Cleaning Supplies – Hazard MAINTENANCE Communication Program 1003.02 Room Cleaning and Inspection The facility administrator shall develop and implement 1009.06 Kitchen Policy and Regulations written policies and site-specific procedures for the maintenance of an acceptable level of cleanliness, BSCC staff interviewed youth and reviewed repair and safety throughout the facility. The plan shall documentation to determine that the facility provide for a regular schedule of housekeeping tasks, ☒ ☐ ☐ meets compliance with the Title 15 minimum equipment, including restraint devices, and physical standards for this regulation. plant maintenance and inspections to identify and correct unsanitary or unsafe conditions or work practices in a timely manner. The use of chemicals shall be done in accordance to the product label and Safety Data Sheet which may include the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE). 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 67 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 REVIEW OF NON REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS GRANT FUNDING OR CODE REFERENCE YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS JUVENILE PROBATION AND CAMPS FUNDING (JPCF) (Camps Only) The programs/services identified on the JPCF – Camp Allocation Eligibility Form are being provided at the ☐ ☐ ☒ facility. (Refer to the JPCF Program Agreement, Attachment B) 208.5 WIC CONTACT BETWEEN PERSONS UNDER THE JUVENILE COURT AGES 19- 20 AND MINORS IN THE FACILITY The facility houses Juvenile Court Wards 19 years of ☒ ☐ ☐ age and older. The facility has been approved to hold persons under ☒ ☐ ☐ the juvenile court who are ages 19 through 21. The facility continues to comply with the requirements of 208.5 WIC (programming, capacity and security of ☒ ☐ ☐ the facility) as outlined in the county’s application. JUVENILE JUSTICE DELINQUENCY PREVENTION ACT MONITORING (JJDPA) WIC 206 SEPARATE FACILITIES FOR WIC 300 MINORS Dependent or neglected minors who are defined under ☐ ☐Violation ☒ Section 300 of the Welfare and Institutions Code (WIC) are held only in non-secure, separate and segregated facilities. DETENTION OF STATUS OFFENDERS (WIC 601) AND FEDERAL MINORS ☐ ☐Violation ☒ Status Offenders (WIC 601) are held in the facility. Status Offenders (WIC 601) are kept separate from ☒ ☐Violation ☐ Juvenile Delinquents (WIC 602)? (WIC 207[d]). Federal Minors (ICE Holds or ORR Contract) are held ☐ ☒ ☐ in the facility. If yes to the above, the Monthly Report on the Detention of Status Offenders/Federal Minors is ☒ ☐ ☐ submitted to the BSCC. WIC 208 SEPARATION OF MINORS AND ADULT INMATES (JJDPA 42 USC 5633, Sec 223, State Plans (a)[12]) Are adult inmates held in the facility? (When a person ☐ ☒ ☐ in detention is proceeding through the adult court, AND that person is 18 years of age or older that person is an adult inmate.) If adult inmates are held, they are appropriately ☒ ☐Violation ☒ separated from minors. Adult inmates from an adult facility (e.g. inmate workers or “Scared Straight” programs) are not allowed in the ☐ ☐Violation ☒ facility in a manner that allows contact with minors. 7117 Humboldt Secure Youth Treatment Facility SYTF PRO 23-24 - 68 - J453 JUV PRO-Eff. 01-01-2019 JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITY LIVING AREA SPACE EVALUATION Board of State and Community Corrections BSCC #: 7116 and 7117 FACILITY: Humboldt County Juvenile Hall and Humboldt Secure Youth TYPE: JH RC: 30 (27 JH and 3 SYTF) Treatment Facility SYTF FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Forrest Coleman DATE: July 21, 2023 ROOMS EACH ROOM Applicable # EACH CELL Total DIMENSIONS FIXTURES* Location Cell Type Standards Cells # RC RC (L x W x H) T U W F S Beds Intake/Booking Intake 1 Holding 2009 1 ADA (1) (1) 12’8”x7’ 1 1 1 4”x8’2” Intake 2 Holding 2009 1 (1) (1) 10’8”x7’ 1 1 1 4”x8’2” Intake 3 Property 2009 1 (0) (0) 11’11”x1 1 1 1 1 Storage 0’8”x8’2” Note: There is one contact visiting room in Intake/Booking that is being used as an office for the facility-assigned Behavior Health staff/Deputy Probation Officer who responds to new bookings. There is one (1) no-contact visiting space in Intake/Booking, however, it is noted visiting will take place in the multi-purpose area. Cell # #A-Argentina ADA 2009 1 1 1 1 13’4” x 8’4” 1 1 1 #B-Bahamas Single 2009 1 1 1 1 13’4” x 6’8” 1 1 1 #C-Caribbean Double 2009 1 2 2 2 13’4” x 8’8” 1 1 1 #D-Dublin Double 2009 1 2 2 2 13’4” x 8’8” 1 1 1 #E-Ecuador Single 2009 1 1 1 1 13’ x 6’8” 1 1 1 #F-Fiji Single 2009 1 1 1 1 13’ x 6’*” 1 1 1 #G-Greece Double 2009 1 2 2 2 13’ x 8’8” 1 1 1 #H-Honolulu Double 2009 1 2 2 2 13’ x 8’8” 1 1 1 #I-Italy Double 2009 1 2 2 2 13’ x 8’8” 1 1 1 #J-Juno Double 2009 1 2 2 2 13’ x 8’8” 1 1 1 #K-Kenya Double 2009 1 2 2 2 13’ x 8’8” 1 1 1 #L-London Double 2009 1 2 2 2 13’ x 8’8” 1 1 1 #M- Single 2009 1 1 1 1 13’ x 6’8” 1 1 1 Madagascar *T = Toilets; U = Urinals; W = Wash Basins; F = Fountains; S = Showers in unit. If "Total RC" appears in brackets ( ), it is not part of the facility's rated capacity. "+" indicates that capacity includes prorated air space from adjacent areas. 7116 7117 Humboldt Probation JH SYTF LASE 23-24 - 1 - ROOMS EACH ROOM Cell Applicable # EACH CELL Total DIMENSIONS FIXTURES* Location Type Standards Cells # RC RC (L x W x H) T U W F S Beds #N-Naples Single 2009 1 1 1 1 13’ x 6’8” 1 1 1 #O-Osaka Double 2009 1 2 2 2 13’8” x 8’8” 1 1 1 #P-Paris Double 2009 1 2 2 2 13’8” x 8’8” 1 1 1 #Q-Quebec Double 2009 1 2 2 2 13’8” x 8’8” 1 1 1 #R-Rio Double 2009 1 2 2 2 13’8” x 8’4” 1 1 1 Grande Note: The Juvenile Hall rated beds for the facility is 27 youth and the Secure Youth Treatment Facility rated beds for youth is 3 youth. The combined rated capacity for the single juvenile hall unit is 30 youth. Living Area Dayroom 2009 84’5” x 43’8” 2 5 Note: The day room is 3627 square feet, less the control station. Youth use this space for indoor recreation activities. There is 1 ADA shower. Multi- 2009 31’11” x 37’4” Purpose 2 2 Room Note: The multi-purpose space is 1184 square feet and is used for dining, indoor recreation, large muscle exercise (in the event of inclement weather), and in-person visiting. Classroom 2009 30’ x 30’3” Von Humboldt 1 1 Classroom Classroom 2009 30’ x 18’10” Antoinette Martin 1 1 Classroom Note: The facility has two classrooms with the intent to use Von Humboldt as the main setting. Antoinette Martin will be used for Special Education Instruction and individual learning. There is sufficient classroom space, 900 square feet for 20 students in Von Humboldt; and 560 square feet, sufficient for 15 students, in Antoinette Martin. Both are just off the dayroom. Program 2009 13’ x 9’9” Lehman Space Program Unit Program 2009 11’3” x 11’3” Brazil Space Program Unit Note: The facility has two program areas for small group or individual counseling/treatment. *T = Toilets; U = Urinals; W = Wash Basins; F = Fountains; S = Showers in unit. If "Total RC" appears in brackets ( ), it is not part of the facility's rated capacity. "+" indicates that capacity includes prorated air space from adjacent areas. 7116 7117 Humboldt Probation JH SYTF LASE 23-24 - 2 - JUVENILE HALLS, SPECIAL PURPOSE JUVENILE HALLS AND CAMPS PHYSICAL PLANT EVALUATION Board of State and Community Corrections APPLICABLE TITLE 24 REGULATIONS: 4/98; 2001; 2003; 2009; 2014; 2018 BSCC #: 7116 and 7117 FACILITY NAME: Humboldt County Juvenile Hall and Secure Youth Treatment Facility FACILITY TYPE: JH / SYTF 4/98: 2001: 2003: 2009: 2014: 2018: APPLICABLE REGULATIONS (Check All That X Apply): FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Forrest Coleman DATE: July 21, 2023 TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS 1230.1.1 Reception/intake admission. In each juvenile hall, space used for the reception of X youth pending admission to juvenile hall shall have the following space and equipment: 1. Weapons lockers as specified in Section 1230.2.9; A weapons storage locker is located in the X Sallyport. 2. A secure room for the confinement of youth pending admission to juvenile hall as specified in There are two holding rooms in the intake Section 1230.1.2; X area for youth. In each juvenile hall, camp and ranch, space used for the reception of youth pending admission to these facilities shall have the following space and equipment: 3. Access to a shower; X There is an ADA shower area in the intake area. 4. A secure vault or storage space for youth, valuables; Youth clothing and personal items are X stored in individual bins within the intake area in a locked storage room. 5. Telephone accessible to youth; and The agency has a cordless telephone X available to youth in the intake area. 6. Access to hot and cold running water for staff use. X 1230.1.2 Locked holding room. A locked holding room shall: 1. Contain a minimum of 15 square feet of floor area X per youth; 2. Provide no less than 45 square feet of floor space X and have a clear ceiling height of 8 feet or more; 3. Contain seating to accommodate all youth as X specified in Section 1230.2.8; 7116 7117 Humboldt Probation JH SYTF PHY 23-24 1 J456 PHY 98 01 03 09 14 18 dot TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS 4. Be equipped with a toilet, wash basin, mirror and drinking fountain unless as specified in Section 1230.2, unless a procedure is in effect to give the X youth access to a toilet, wash basin and drinking fountain; 5. Maximize visual supervision of youth by staff; and X 6. Have an outward swinging or lateral sliding door. X 1230.1.3 Natural light. Outer-facing exterior windows where youth’s privacy is not at risk shall be provided in locked sleeping rooms, single occupancy sleeping rooms, double occupancy X sleeping rooms, dormitories and dayrooms. Natural light may be provided by, but is not limited to, skylights or windows in dayrooms, windows in adjacent exterior exercise areas, and in sleeping rooms and/or dormitories. 1230.1.4 Corridors X Corridors in living areas shall be at least eight feet wide. 1230.1.5 Living unit. A living unit shall be a self-contained unit containing locked sleeping rooms, single and double occupancy X sleeping rooms, or dormitories, dayroom space, toilet, wash basins, drinking fountains and showers commensurate to the number of youth housed. A living unit shall not be divided in a way that hinders direct access, supervision, immediate intervention or The living unit is large and contains three other action if needed. In juvenile halls, the number of separate space areas in one open space: a youth housed in a living unit shall not exceed 30. TV area with large chairs (15), and two X rocking chairs; a game table area with seating for 17 youths (includes wheelchair access); and a game area with a fuse ball table, air hockey table and ping pong table. In total, there is enough seats for 34 youths. 1230.1.6 Locked sleeping rooms. Locked sleeping rooms shall be equipped with an X individual or combination toilet, wash basin, mirror and drinking fountain. Doors to locked sleeping rooms shall swing outward or X slide laterally. 1230.1.7 Single occupancy sleeping rooms. There are six single rooms, one of which is Single occupancy sleeping rooms shall provide X ADA accessible. the following: 1. A minimum of 70 square feet of floor area; 2. A minimum ceiling height of eight feet; and, X 7116 7117 Humboldt Probation JH SYTF PHY 23-24 2 J456 PHY 98 01 03 09 14 18 dot TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS 3. The door into this room shall swing outward or slide laterally and be provided with a view panel, a X minimum of 144 square inches, constructed of security glazing. 4. Contain a bed as specified in 1230.2.5. X 1230.1.8 Double occupancy sleeping rooms. There are 12 double occupancy rooms. Double occupancy sleeping rooms shall provide X the following: 1. A minimum of 100 square feet of floor area; 2. A minimum clear ceiling height of 8 feet and X a minimum width of 7 feet; and, 3. The door into this room shall swing outward or slide laterally and be provided with a view panel, a X minimum of 144 square inches, constructed of security glazing. 4. Contain a bed as specified in 1230.2.5. X 1230.1.9 Dormitories Dormitories shall provide the following: 1. A minimum of 50 square feet of floor area per X youth with the minimum size of a dormitory being 200 square feet of floor area and a minimum 8- foot clear ceiling height; 2. Designed for no fewer than four youth; X 3. Dormitories in juvenile halls shall be designed X for no more than 30 youth; 4. Camps shall conform to Items 1 and 2. X 1230.1.10 Dayrooms Dayrooms shall contain 35 square feet of floor area X per youth, contain tables and seating to accommodate the maximum numbers of youth allowed access at a given time. Access must be provided to toilets, wash basins, drinking fountains and showers as specified in Youths use the toilets in their rooms. Wash Section 1230.2. X basins, drinking fountains and showers are in the dayroom area. 1230.1.11 Physical activity and recreation areas. The agency will utilize the dayroom and multi- Indoor/outdoor physical activity and recreation areas purpose room for indoor recreation and large shall be designed as follows: muscle activities when weather prohibits using 1. Minimum indoor outdoor recreation space for X the outdoor space which will be completed in facility capacity: 40 or less is 9,000 square feet; Phase Two of the project. 41-274 is 225 square feet per youth up to 61,650 square feet; 275 or more is 61,650 square feet, plus 145 square feet for each youth beyond 274 [up to a maximum of 87,120 square feet] 1.1 At least one quarter of the dedicated X indoor/outdoor space shall be a paved or like 7116 7117 Humboldt Probation JH SYTF PHY 23-24 3 J456 PHY 98 01 03 09 14 18 dot TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS surface. 1.2 The required recreation area shall contain no X single dimension less than 40 feet. 2. A portion of the dedicated space for physical activity and recreation shall be out-of-doors and be sufficient size and equipped in such a manner to allow compliance with Title 15, Section 1371, which X requires at least one hour per day of outdoor activity for each detained youth. 3. Lighting of outdoor recreation areas shall be X provided to allow for evening activities and to provide security. 4. Access must be provided to a toilet, wash basin X and drinking fountain as specified in Section 1230.2. 1230.1.12 Academic classrooms. X There shall be a dedicated classroom space for every juvenile in every facility. The primary purpose for the academic classroom X shall be for education. Each academic classroom shall contain a minimum of 160 square feet of floor space for the teacher’s desk X There are two classrooms off the living unit, and work area and a minimum of 28 square feet of one for 20 students and one for 15 floor space per minor. students. A communication system shall be provided in X each classroom to allow for immediate response to emergencies. The classroom shall be designed for a maximum X of 20 minors. There shall be space available in every juvenile facility that may be used for specialized, one-on-one or small X group educational purposes. 1230.1.13 Safety room. A safety room shall: X 1. Contain a minimum of 48 square feet of floor area and a minimum clear ceiling height of 8 feet; 2. Be limited to one youth; X 3. Be padded as specified in Section 1230.2.7; X 4. Provide one or more vertical view panels constructed of security glazing. These view panels X shall be no more than 4 inches wide nor less than 24 inches long, which shall provide a view of the entire room; 5. Provide an audio monitoring system as X specified in Section 1230.1.22; 6. Contain a flushing ring toilet, capable of accepting solid waste, mounted flush with the floor, the controls X for which must be located outside of the room; 7. Be equipped with a variable intensity, security- X type lighting fixture with controls located outside the 7116 7117 Humboldt Probation JH SYTF PHY 23-24 4 J456 PHY 98 01 03 09 14 18 dot TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS room; 8. Any wall or ceiling-mounted devices must be X designed to prohibit access to the youth occupant; and, 9. Provide a food pass with lockable shutter, no more than 4 inches high, and located between 26 inches X and 32 inches as measured from the bottom of the food pass to the floor. 1230.1.14 Medical examination room. X There must be a minimum of one suitably equipped medical examination room in every juvenile facility. Medical examination rooms shall provide the following: X 1. Space for carrying out routine medical examinations and emergency care and used for no other purpose; 2. Privacy for youth; X 3. Lockable storage space for medical supplies; X 4. Not less than 144 square feet of floor space with X no single dimension less than 7 feet; 5. Hot and cold running water; X 6. Smooth, nonporous, washable surface; X 7. A medical exam table; and, X 8. Adequate lighting. X 1230.1.15 Pharmaceutical storage. The facility has lockable storage in the Provide lockable storage space for medical supplies X Medical Office suite and in the Med Pass and pharmaceutical preparations as specified by Title room near the living units. 15, Section 1438. 1230.1.16 Dining areas. The youth will consume meals in the multi- Dining areas in juvenile facilities shall contain a X purpose room adjacent to the kitchen. minimum of 15 square feet of floor space and sufficient tables and seating for each person being fed. Persons being fed include youth, staff and visitors. X Dining areas shall not contain toilets or showers in the X same room without appropriate visual barrier. 1230.1.17 Visiting space. Space shall be provided in all juvenile facilities for in- X person visiting which shall be unobstructed by barriers such as, but not limited to, security glazing for mesh. 7116 7117 Humboldt Probation JH SYTF PHY 23-24 5 J456 PHY 98 01 03 09 14 18 dot TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS 1230.1.18 Institutional storage. The storage of youth personal property is One or more storage rooms shall be provided to X adjacent to the Intake area. accommodate a minimum of 80 cubic feet of storage space per minor. Items to be stored shall be institutional clothing, bedding, supplies and activity equipment. There are three separate storage areas in X the facility for these items. 1230.1.19 Personal storage. The storage of youth personal property is Each youth in a juvenile facility shall be provided with X adjacent to the Intake area. a minimum of 9 cubic feet of secure storage space for personal clothing and belongings. 1230.1.20 Safety equipment storage. There are three storage areas for In all juvenile facilities, a secure area shall be provided X this type of equipment. for the storage of safety equipment, such as fire extinguishers, self-contained breathing apparatus, wire and bar cutters, emergency lights, etc. 1230.1.21 Janitorial closet. There is a janitor’s closet off the laundry In all juvenile facilities, at least one securely lockable X room. janitorial closet, containing a mop sink and sufficient area for the storage of cleaning implements, must be provided within a security area of the facility. 1230.1.22 Audio monitoring system. In safety rooms, locked holding rooms, locked X sleeping rooms, single and double occupancy rooms and dormitories, there must be an audio monitoring system capable of actuation by the minor that alerts personnel. 1230.1.23 Emergency power. There shall be a source of emergency power in all juvenile facilities capable of providing minimal lighting X in all living units, activities areas, corridors, stairs and central control points, and to maintain fire and life safety, security, communications and alarm systems (Title 24, Part 2, Chapter 27). Such an emergency power source shall conform to the requirements specified in Title, 24, Part 3, Article X 700, California Electrical Code, California Code of Regulations. 1230.1.24 Confidential interview room. There is one no-contact interview room X Confidential interview rooms shall contain a minimum of near the multi-Purpose Room. 60 square feet of floor area. In juvenile halls there shall be a minimum of one X suitably furnished interview room for each 30 youth. In camps there shall be a minimum of one suitably X furnished interview room for each facility. This interview room shall provide for confidential X consultations with youth. 7116 7117 Humboldt Probation JH SYTF PHY 23-24 6 J456 PHY 98 01 03 09 14 18 dot TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS 1230.1.25 Special-purpose juvenile halls. Special-purpose juvenile halls shall conform to all X minimum standards for juvenile facilities contained in this section with the following exceptions: 1. Physical activity and recreation areas as X specified in Section 1230.1.11; 2. Academic classrooms as specified in X Section 1230.1.12; 3. Medical examination room as specified in X Section 1230.1.14; and, 4. Dining areas as specified in Section 1230.1.16. X 1230.1.26 Court holding room for youth. A court holding room shall: X 1. Contain a minimum of 10 square feet of floor area per youth; 2. Be limited to no more than 16 youth; X 3. Provide no less than 40 square feet of floor area X and have a ceiling height of 8 feet or more; 4. Contain seating to accommodate all youth as X specified in Section 1230.2.8; 5. Contain a toilet, wash basin and drinking X fountain as specified in Section 1230.2; 6. Maximize visual supervision of youth by staff; and, X 7. A mirror of material appropriate to the level of X security shall be provided as specified in Section 1230.2.11. 1230.1.27 Programs and activity areas. The facility has two small group program All juvenile facilities shall include adequate space for X rooms, a multi-purpose room, a large specific programs in addition to recreation and dayroom and outdoor recreation space exercise areas. (Phase Two). 1230.2.1 Toilets/urinals. All toilet areas shall provide privacy for the youth and X help reduce the risk of voyeurism without mitigating staff’s ability to supervise. Toilets must be available in a ratio to youth as follows: X 1. Juvenile halls 1:6; 2. Camps 1:10; and X 3. Locked holding rooms 1:8: X One toilet and one urinal may be substituted for every X 15 males. 7116 7117 Humboldt Probation JH SYTF PHY 23-24 7 J456 PHY 98 01 03 09 14 18 dot TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS 1230.2.2 Wash basins. In living units, wash basins must be available in a X ratio to youth as follows: 1. Juvenile halls 1:6; 2. Camps 1:10; and X 3. Locked holding rooms 1:8: X Wash basis must be provided with hot and cold or X tempered water. 1230.2.3 Drinking fountains. X In living areas and indoor and outdoor recreation areas, drinking fountains must be accessible to youth and to staff. 1. The drinking fountain bubbler shall be on an angle which prevents waste water from flowing over the X drinking bubbler; and, 2. The water flow shall be actuated by a X mechanical means. 1230.2.4 Showers. Shower areas shall provide privacy for the youth and X help reduce the risk of voyeurism without mitigating staff’s ability to supervise. Showers shall be available to all youth on a ratio of at least one shower or bathtub to every six youth. There are five showers, one of which is ADA X Showers shall be provided with tempered water. accessible. 1230.2.5 Beds. X Beds shall be at least 30 inches wide and 76 inches long and be of the solid bottom type. Beds shall be at least 12 inches off the floor and X spaced no less than 36 inches apart Bunk beds must have no less than 33 inches X vertically between the solid bottoms. In secure facilities, the bunks shall be securely X anchored and flushed against the floor and/or wall. 1230.2.6 Lighting. Lighting in locked sleeping rooms, single occupancy X rooms, double occupancy rooms, dormitories, day rooms and activity areas shall provide not less than 20 foot candles of illumination at desk level. Night lighting is required in these areas to provide for X good visibility for supervision and be conducive to sleep. 1230.2.7 Padding. Padding in safety rooms, padding shall cover the X entire floor, door, walls and everything on walls to a clear height of eight feet. 7116 7117 Humboldt Probation JH SYTF PHY 23-24 8 J456 PHY 98 01 03 09 14 18 dot TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS Benches or platforms are not to be placed on the floor X of this room. All padded rooms must be equipped with a tamper X resistant fire sprinkler as approved by the State Fire Marshal. All padding must be: X 1. Approved for use by the State Fire Marshal; 2. Nonporous to facilitate cleaning; X 3. At least 112 inch thick; X 4. Of a unitary or laminated construction to X prevent its destruction by teeth, hand tearing or small metal objects; 5. Firmly bonded to all padded surfaces to prevent X tearing or ripping; and, 6. Without any exposed seams susceptible to X tearing or ripping. 1230.2.8 Seating. X Seating shall be designed for the level of security. When bench seating is used, 18 inches of bench is X seating for one person. 1230.2.9 Weapons lockers. X Weapons lockers are required in all secure juvenile facilities and shall be located outside the secure area of the facility. Weapons lockers shall be equipped with X individual compartments, each with an individual locking device. 1230.2.10 Security glazing. Security glazing shall comply with the minimum requirements of one of the following test standards: X American Society for Testing and Materials, ASTM F 1233- 98, Class III glass, or; California Department of Corrections, CDC 860-94d, Class C glass or; H.P. White Laboratory, Inc., HPW-TP-0500.02, Forced Entry Level III. 7116 7117 Humboldt Probation JH SYTF PHY 23-24 9 J456 PHY 98 01 03 09 14 18 dot TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS 1230.2.11 Mirrors. A mirror of a material appropriate to the level of X security must be provided near each wash basin specified in these regulations. 7116 7117 Humboldt Probation JH SYTF PHY 23-24 10 J456 PHY 98 01 03 09 14 18 dot