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Monterey County, Juvenile Hall & Camp (2016-2018 inspection cycle)
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JUVENILE HALLS, SPECIAL PURPOSE JUVENILE HALLS AND CAMPS
Board of State and Community Corrections
PROCEDURES CHECKLIST
BSCC Code:7346
FACILITY NAME: FACILITY TYPE:
Monterey County: Wellington M. Smith Juvenile Hall Juvenile Hall
PERSON(S) INTERVIEWED:
Jose Ramirez; Probation Director, Julie Kenyon; Probation Services Manager, Roger McRae; Supervisor, Kelly Molton;
Monterey County Children’s Behavioral Health, Monica Dacpano, Supervising Nurse, Natividad Medical Group, Chris Devers,
Senior Director, Monterey County Office of Education, Alternative Education Programs, Various Staff and 4 Youth, ages15-18.
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: DATE:
Lisa Southwell January 30, 2018
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1313 COUNTY INSPECTION AND EVALUATION OF Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
BUILDING AND GROUNDS Procedure Section 1.7: Required Annual
Inspections
(A) County Building Inspection by agency designated by the
Board of Supervisors to approve building safety; The Monterey County Juvenile Hall was inspected
by Louis Fiore, Building Inspector Supervisor,
X Monterey County Resource Management Agency
on 04/12/17.
The facility was found suitable for housing youth.
(B) Fire authority having jurisdiction, including a fire Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
clearance as required by Health and Safety Code Section Procedure Section 1.7: Required Annual
13146.1 (a) and (b); Inspections
X Inspection completed by Sabrina Webb, Salinas
Fire Department on 01/18/2018.
Fire clearance was granted.
(C) Local health officer, inspection in accordance with Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Health and Safety Code Section 101045; Procedure Section 1.7: Required Annual
Inspections
Medical, Mental Health:
Alegria Tuazon, RN completed the inspection on
03/09/2017. There were no corrective actions
noted.
Nutrition:
Jocelyn Mendoza, RD, CLE completed the
X
inspection on 02/24/2017 at the Monterey County
Youth Center. All food services are performed at
that site. There were no corrective actions noted.
Environmental:
Ifeoma Okolie, R.E.H.S III, Completed the
inspection on 2/24/2017. There were corrective
actions required. Additional documentation
provided that showed all corrections were
completed.
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(D) County superintendent of schools on the adequacy of Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
educational services and facilities as required in Section Procedure Section 1.7: Required Annual
1370; Inspections
Chandalee Wood; Senior Director, Monterey
County Office of Education(COE), Alternative
Education Programs, completed the facility
Education Program Review and Evaluation on
02/24/2017. There were no corrective actions
noted however, it was noted that improvement
X was needed in Education Transition and Social
Awareness Programming.
There are MOU’s being drafted with local school
districts for shared information to ensure a
transfer of documents in a timelier manner.
COE and Probation are in communication
regarding a means in which to increase access
for youth within the JH to more educational
programming.
(E) Juvenile court as required by Section 209 of the Welfare Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
and Institutions Code Procedure Section 1.7: Required Annual
Inspections
No formal report received however, Judge
Roberts accompanied the Juvenile Justice
Commission on March 3, 2017.
Technical assistance provided noting that the
X
Juvenile Court is required by statute to inspect the
JH and provide documentation of the inspection
to the BSCC. Facility administration
communicated this with the court to ensure
compliance.
Judge Stephanie Hulsey completed an inspection
of the JH on September 20,2018 and found it to
be suitable for the detention of youth.
(F) Juvenile Justice Commission as required by Section Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
229 of the Welfare and Institutions Code or Probation Procedure Section 1.7: Required Annual
Commission as required by Section 240 of the Welfare and Inspections
Institutions Code.
Commissioners Vincent, Hastey and Judge Tim
Roberts inspected the Monterey County Youth
X Center on 03/03/2017.
All areas were found to be satisfactory and there
were no areas of non-compliance.
Commissioners noted the age of the facility and
the cost of upkeep.
1320 APPOINTMENT AND QUALIFICATIONS Letter received from Chief Probation Officer
Parsons dated January 18,2018.
The Facility Administrator (CPO) has submitted a letter
certifying that each employee has been appointed and are X
qualified pursuant to the requirements of this regulation.
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The facility adheres to the minimum standards for the Letter received from Chief Probation Officer
selection and training requirements in PC 6035 (STC Parsons dated January 18,2018.
compliant) as well as ensures a medical, psychological and
X
records check are completed. Contract employees,
volunteers and other non-employees shall also have
appropriate qualifications and clearance.
1321 STAFFING I reviewed schedules, staffing lists and other
documentation to determine staffing numbers on
a) There are an adequate number of personnel to carry each shift, adequacy of staff on each shift, their
out the facility program, to provide for safety and training and gender. I reviewed training records,
security of minors and staff and meet established
security check logs, incident reports, youth files
standards and regulations.
and a plethora of additional documentation to
ensure that all required tasks were completed.
Average population since the cycle began has
been between 33 and 67 youth. The facility
houses both male and female youth. The facility
is budgeted for 2 managers, 5 supervisors and
41-line staff. At the time of inspection, 5-line
level staff positions were vacant. Line level staff
ratios exceeded the 1 to 10 minimum standard.
Documentation reviewed showed supervisors
X
present on shift for the supervision of staff, that
minimum staffing ratios were routinely exceeded,
and the facility has adequate staffing to carry out
the facility program. All staff are assigned by unit
and have completed CORE.
There was always a minimum of 4 staff on duty
and always both male and female staff. Facility
staffing numbers are based on populations in the
unit as well as the needs of the facility and/or
any special needs that may exist.
Technical assistance provided in discussion
regarding use of staff and purpose. Encouraged
facility management to review facility program for
opportunity to streamline operations to enhance
use of staff resources.
b) There is sufficient staff to ensure that no required Based on documentation reviewed, facility
X
service is denied. appears to have adequate staffing.
c) There is a sufficient number of supervisory level staff to Probation Directors are responsible for the overall
ensure adequate supervision of all staff members. operations of the facility. Authorities are
delegated to Supervisors who oversee the day to
day operation of the facility, including the
requirement to staff the facility appropriately.
X
There are occasions when a senior officer is
identified as the officer in charge and provides
supervision of staff in the absence of a supervisor.
Those selected have been trained and have
supervisory authority.
d) There is a clearly identified person on duty who is All facility child supervision staff and managers
responsible for all the operations and activities and has have been CORE and PC832 trained within one
completed the Juvenile Corrections Officer Core year of being hired.
X
Course and PC 832 training.
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There is as least one staff member present on each Youth are never left alone anywhere in the facility.
living unit whenever there are minor(s) in the unit.
X
e) The facility has sufficient food services personnel Food Service is conducted at the Youth Center
relative to the number and security of units including X and transported to the Juvenile Hall. There is no
staff to plan menus, provide kitchen supervision, direct staff dually assigned to food service and to child
food preparation, train staff and maintain records. supervision at the same time.
f) The facility has administrative, clerical, recreational, Medical providers are provided through
medical dental, mental health building maintenance Natividad Medical Center. Medical providers
and other support staff for the efficient management of consist of onsite doctors, physician assistants
the facility, and to ensure that youth supervision staff and RN’s. Dental services are provided through
are not diverted from supervising youth. private contract and youth are taken off site to
providers for dental care.
Medical staff address the youth’s medical needs.
Nursing staff provide one on one medical
education for specific ailments that the youth
may have. Nursing is on site until 9pm, 7 days a
week. They are available by phone and on call
for emergencies after hours.
Behavioral health services are provided by
Monterey County Department of Behavior
Health. Staffing consists of 2 staff who are onsite
Monday-Friday between 10am and 7pm.
X
Monterey County Crisis Mental Health services
are utilized on the weekend and after hours and
the Program Supervisor is available 24 hours a
day to administration for consultation.
Behavioral health staff provide medication
management, suicide watch risk assessment,
mental health screenings and crisis intervention.
Staff provide training to facility staff as able and
needed. Behavioral health staff do not provide
groups or other types of treatment.
The facility has adequate ancillary staff that
handle all other aspects of the facility. There are
no dually assigned staff. Supervision staff are the
only persons responsible for the youth always.
While in school, the youth are monitored by facility
supervision staff in the classrooms.
g) There is sufficient youth supervision staff to provide Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
continuous wide-awake supervision of youth, subject to Procedure Section 2.3.6
temporary variations in staff assignments, to meet
special program needs. Based on documentation reviewed, staffing is
X sufficient to provide adequate supervision. If
additional staff are needed, the duty supervisor
can seek approvals from management to hire
additional personnel to meet the needs of the
facility.
Juvenile Halls (minimum youth-staff ratio): Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 2.3.4
a) During hours that youth are awake, one wide-awake
X
youth supervision staff member is on duty for each Staffing ratios compliant with regulation.
10 youth in detention.
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b) During hours that youth are confined to their room Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
for the purpose of sleeping, one wide-awake youth Procedure Section 2.3.5
X
supervision staff member is on duty for each 30
youth in detention. Staffing ratios compliant with regulation.
c) At least two wide-awake youth supervision staff Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
members are on duty at all times, regardless of the Procedure Section 2.3.1
number of youth in detention, unless an arrangement X
has been made for immediate backup support services Facility compliant with regulation. There are
for emergencies. always more than 2 staff on duty in the facility.
d) At least one youth supervision staff member is on duty Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
who is the same gender as youth who are housed in Procedure Section 2.3.2
the facility.
X
Facility compliant with regulation. There is always
at least one male and one female youth
supervision staff member on duty.
e) Personnel with primary responsibility for other duties No staff have dual supervision roles and do not
such as administration, supervision of personnel, provide youth supervision.
academic or trade instruction, clerical, kitchen or X
maintenance shall not be classified as youth
supervision staff positions.
Special Purpose Juvenile Halls (minimum youth-staff This facility is not a Special Purpose Juvenile Hall.
ratio): The remainder of this section (B-E) has been
a) During hours that youth are awake, one wide-awake deleted as non-applicable
NA NA
youth supervision staff member is on duty for each 10 youth
in detention.
Camps (minimum youth -staff ratio): This facility is not a Camp. The remainder of this
section (B-E) has been deleted as non-applicable
a) During the hours when youth are awake, there is a
NA NA
minimum of one wide-awake youth supervision staff
member on duty for each 15 youth in the camp
population.
1322 YOUTH SUPERVISION STAFF ORIENTATION Letter received from Chief Probation Officer
AND TRAINING Parsons dated January 18,2018.
X
CPO certification letter has been received and addresses
the elements of Section 1320).
a) Prior to assuming any responsibilities each staff Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
member is properly oriented to his/her duties. Procedure Section 2.2.1: Staff Training
b) Prior to assuming responsibility for the supervision of
youth, each youth supervision staff member receives a X All staff are trained in the same fashion. Upon
minimum of 40 hours of facility-specific orientation. hiring, staff are provided with a basic and very
c) Prior to assuming primary responsibility for supervision limited overview of the facility and program. They
of youth, each youth supervision staff member are immediately placed into a more in-depth, 40-
successfully completes the requirements of the hour training program.
Juvenile Corrections Officer Core Course pursuant to
PC 6035. Monterey County Probation provides a
comprehensive 40-hour training to include:
• Review of Policy and Procedure
• Supervision Techniques
• Discipline and Basic Rights
X
• Health and Safety
• Use of Force
• Emergency Procedures
• Suicide Prevention
• Facility Operations
Staff are CORE trained prior to having primary
supervision.
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d) Prior to exercising the powers of a peace officer, staff
X
shall complete PC 830 training.
1323 FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 2.2.1: Staff Training
Whenever there is youth in the facility, there is at least one
wide-awake person on duty at all times who meets the Staff are trained in fire and life safety during the
X
training standards established by the Board of State and initial 40-hour orientation
Community Corrections for general fire and life safety and
who is also trained in procedures that relate specifically to
the facility.
1324 POLICY AND PROCEDURES MANUAL Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Manual Sections: 1.5, Juvenile Hall
(A) There is a policy and procedures manual that, at a X Policy and Procedures Manual, 1.5.1, Juvenile
minimum, addresses all regulations that are applicable to Hall Manual updates and 1.5.3, Distribution of the
the facility. Juvenile Hall Manual.
(B) The manual is available to and reviewed by all
X
employees Juvenile Hall’s manual is specific to their facility
(C) The manual is administratively reviewed at a minimum operations. The facility manager reviews and
X
every two years and updated as necessary. updates the policy manual annually to ensure that
(D) The records relating to the standards and requirements all changes are captured. All staff review policy as
set forth in these regulations are accessible to the Board of part of their initial training and are also expected
State and Community Corrections. to review the policy as changes are made. The
X
facility keeps a Master Copy. Chief Parsons
confirmed the last review of the JH Manual was
completed in October 2017.
The manual includes: Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Table of organization, including channels of Procedure Section 2.1: Staff Titles and
communications and description of job classifications; Responsibilities
Each chapter has a table of contents.
Communication lines follow chain of command.
2.1.1 Probation Division Director
2.1.2 Probation Service Manager
2.1.3 Juvenile Institutions Supervisor
2.1.4 Senior Juvenile Institutions Officer
2.1.5 Juvenile Institutions Officer I and II
X
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a) Responsibility of the probation department, purpose of Monterey County juvenile Hall Policy and
programs, relationship to the juvenile court, the Procedure Section 1.2; Departmental
Juvenile Justice/Delinquency Prevention Commission Organization
or Probation Committee, probation staff, school
personnel and other agencies that are involved in 1.3.1 Juvenile Hall Mission
juvenile facility programs; 1.3.2 Goals of the Institution
1.3.2.2 Programs
1.3.2.1 Education
1.3.2.5 Recreation
X
1.3.2.6 Medical & Psychological
1.3.2.7 Diet & Nutrition
1.3.2.8 Services
Titles and responsibilities of contracted staff are
also included in sections:
2.1.7.1 Medical
2.1.7.2 Mental Health
2.1.7.3 School
b) Responsibilities of all employees; Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
X Procedure Section 2.1: Staff Titles and
Responsibilities
c) Initial orientation and training program for employees; Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 2.2.1: Staff Training
X
All staff, sworn and non-sworn are trained and
attend an initial training.
d) Initial orientation, including safety and security issues, Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
for support staff, contract employees, school and Procedure Section 2.2: Staff Training
medical staff, program providers and volunteers;
All support/non-sworn staff attend an initial
orientation with the Probation Division Director,
Probation Services Manager or Juvenile
X
Institution Supervisor or their designee to
address safety and security practices, anti-
discrimination policies and general program
guidelines. There is a formal, documented
guideline document that is provided at training.
e) The maintenance of record keeping, statistics and Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
communication systems to ensure: efficient operation of Procedure Section 2.1.6: Task of Secretarial
the facility; care of minors; maintenance of minors’ Assistant
records; providing information to the court and those X
authorized by the court or by law, release of information All reporting is completed by Secretarial
regarding youth; Assistants. They assist the facility managers and
ensure appropriate record keeping.
f) Ethical responsibilities; Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 2.5: Employee Conduct on
Duty
2.5.3 Professionalism
2.5.4 Violation of Legal or Civil Rights
X
2.5.4.3 Abuse of Power and Authority
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g) A non-discrimination provision that provides that all Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
youth within the facility shall have fair and equal access Procedure Section 6.2.1 Minors Basic Rights
to all available services, placement, care, treatment, and
benefits, and provides that no person shall be subject to
discrimination or harassment on the basis of actual or
perceived race, ethnic group identification, ancestry, X
national origin, 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;
h) Storage and maintenance requirements for any Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
chemical agents used in the facility. X Procedure Section 9.9.7: Storage and
Maintenance for Chemical Agents
i) Establish procedures for collection of Medi-Cal eligibility Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
information and enrollment of eligible youth. Procedure Section 4.11.4.1: Staff Responsibility
X
During the Release Process.
1325 FIRE SAFETY PLAN Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 8.6.6.3: Fire Prevention
The fire safety plan includes: X
a) A fire prevention plan as part of the manual policy and
procedure;
b) Monthly fire and life safety inspections by facility staff Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
with a two-year retention of the inspection record; Procedure Section 8.13.3: Safety/Security
X Inspections Schedule
Completed as required
c) Fire prevention inspections as required by HSC Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
13146.1 (a) and (b). Procedure Section 1.7: Required Annual
Inspections
X
Inspection completed by Sabrina Webb, Salinas
Fire Department on 01/18/2018.
Fire clearance was granted.
d) An evacuation plan; Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 8.5: Evacuation of Juvenile
Hall
X
Evacuation maps were hung throughout the
facility.
e) Documented fire drills are conducted at least quarterly; Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 8.10.1: Scheduled Drills
Drills shall be performed monthly per policy.
Facility was missing one drill. Documentation not
consistent every month to document that full
facility participated. Facility still compliant with
regulation however, not compliant with policy and
X procedure.
TA provided to discuss the need for process to
ensure that full facility is completed monthly.
Facility administrator implemented correction
immediately to ensure that monthly drills will
occur.
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f) A written plan for the emergency housing of minors in Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
the case of fire; and, Procedure Section 8.9.3.7
Information contained in the Emergency
Evacuation Plan- Fire Suppression Pre-Plan. If
X
the JH must be evacuated, youth that could be
released, would be released to a parent or
guardian and those that cannot would be
transported to the MYC or San Benito Juvenile
Hall.
g) Fire suppression pre-plan in cooperation with the local Completed with Sabrina Webb from Salinas Fire
fire department. X Department on 01/28/2018
1326 SECURITY REVIEW Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 8.13.3 Safety/Security
The facility administrator annually reviews, evaluates, and Inspections Schedule
documents security reviews. The review and evaluation
address the internal and external security, including, but not The review was last completed on 01/05/2018.
limited to: key control, security equipment and related
training.
X
1327 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES The facility holds an annual review for the review
of these procedures and provided documentation
Emergency policies and procedures include but are not that it occurred.
limited to: escape, disturbances, and taking of hostages;
civil disturbances; fire and natural disasters; periodic • 8.12: Escape
testing of emergency equipment; storage, issue and use • 8.4: Unit Disturbances
of chemical agents, related security devices, and weapons • 8.4.2.2: Hostages
and ammunition, where applicable; emergency evacuation • 8.6: Catastrophic Events Fire:
plans; and, an annual review of emergency procedures for
• 8.8: Earthquake:
all youth supervision staff.
• 8.10.5: Periodic Testing of Emergency
Equipment
• 9.9.6: Issuance of Chemical Agents
• 9.9.7: Storage and maintenance of
chemical agents
X • 9.9.6.1: Weapons and ammunition
• 8.5: Emergency evacuation plans
• 8.10.4: An annual review of emergency
procedures for all youth supervision staff
• 8.7: Bomb
Director Ramirez provided a memo noting that the
last annual review was conducted in October
2017.
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1328 SAFETY CHECKS Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 9.3.11: Safety/Room Checks
Direct visual observation of each youth at least every 15
minutes when youth are asleep or in their rooms, confined 3 full months of facility safety checks reviewed.
in holding cells or confined to their bed in a dormitory. All Noted very few overages and that checks were
safety checks shall be documented with the actual time the mostly random and staggered.
X
check is completed.
Technical Assistance provided and discussed
extraneous information on safety check log. Also
discussed supervisor qualify control checks
Overall compliant with regulation and a marked
improvement from previous years.
1329 SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 8.2: Suicide
a) The facility has a comprehensive written suicide
X
prevention program developed by the health Policy and program are comprehensive.
administrator, mental health director and facility
administrator that includes, but is not limited to:
b) Suicide prevention training, which may include training Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
provided in accordance with Section 1322, Orientation Procedure Section 2.2.1: Initial Training
and Training and Standards and Training for
Corrections Regulations pursuant to Penal Code Staff are trained in suicide prevention as part of
6035. the initial training program. Additional training
occurs during CORE and during annual STC
training.
X
c) Intake screening for suicide risk immediately upon Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
confinement and prior to housing assignment. Procedure Section 8.2: Suicide Prevention.
Screening for suicide risk begins at intake. Past
facility records are reviewed and if any past
history of suicidal behavior or watch is noted,
youth are placed on a precautionary watch until
cleared by mental health staff.
All Youth are screened upon admission utilizing
a mental health screening form and complete the
MAYSI-2 assessment. Youth who score at a
specific number are also placed on Suicide Watch
X
(SW) and reviewed by mental health.
Documentation reviewed showed many youth on
specialized watch based on the above
information. Monterey County is very
conservative and takes a high level of
precaution.
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d) Provisions facilitating communication among arresting Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
officers, facility staff, family members, medical and Procedure Section 4.7.1.1.2 Acceptance
mental health personnel in relation to suicide risk. Process
At inspection, it was noted that the
X
communication with the youth’s family and with
law enforcement were not formalized. Technical
assistance provided, and facility administrators
corrected the issue and provided proof of
implementation.
e) Guidance on housing of youth at risk of suicide. Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 8.2.5: Housing Youth on
SEW.
X
Youth are placed in a room closest to the JIO
station. Staff make additional effort to engage
them as able.
f) Adequate supervision depending on level of suicide Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
risk. Procedure Sections:
Suicide Emotional Watch (SEW)
8.2.3.1: Suicide Emotional Watch- youth is
checked on every five (5) minutes.
X 8.2.3.2: Constant Watch/One-On-One-Youth is
under direct supervision at all times in school,
recreation yard, dayroom activities, and while in
his or her room. Supervision will be by a Juvenile
Institutions Officer. The JIO will be in close
proximity at all times during waking hours when
supervising the youth with the ability to
immediately intervene as necessary.
g) Suicide and suicide attempt intervention policies and Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
procedures. Procedure Section 8.2.2.3, Youth are Identified at
Booking and 8.2.2.4; Parent Notification
X
Mental Health staff provide direction as to the
status of the youth and ensure that the parents
are aware of their child’s status at all levels.
h) Provisions for reporting suicides and suicide attempts Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 8.2.2: Suicide Emotional
Watch
X
Staff complete an incident report that includes all
pertinent information.
i) Critical incident debriefing. Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 8.2.8.2.6: Duties and
Responsibilities and Section 8.1.6 Post Trauma
Counseling
X Medical program coordinator or designee
conducts debriefing as necessary. Staff have
access to Employee Assistance if needed. Youth
will be debriefed as necessary and appropriate.
Facility administrators will ensure these occur and
ensure that the operational review is conducted.
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1340 REPORTING OF LEGAL ACTIONS Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 1.6: Legal Reporting
The facility submits a letter of notification to the Board of
State and Community Corrections on each legal action There are no pending legal actions.
pertaining to conditions of confinement filed against person
or legal entities responsible for juvenile facility operation.
1341 DEATH AND SERIOUS ILLNESS OR INJURY OF Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
A MINOR WHILE DETAINED Procedure Section 8.1.5: Required Written
Reports and Section 8.3 Serious Injury or Illness
of Youth.
a) The administrator of the facility provides the Board of X
State and Community Corrections a copy of the death Section 8.1.5.4 requires a report to the Attorney
in custody report that is submitted to the Attorney General
General under Government Code Section 12525 within Section 8.1.5.6 requires report to the BSCC
10 days.
b) Written policy and procedures assure a medical and Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
operational review of each in-custody death. The Procedure Section 8.1.5: Required Written
review team includes the facility administrator and/or Reports
X
the facility manager; the health administrator; the
responsible physician; and other health care and Section 8.1.5.3 Requires the in-custody death
supervision staff who were relevant to the incident review.
c) There are written policies and procedures for Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
handling deaths, suicide attempts, suicide prevention Procedure Section 8.1.5: Required Written
and notification of the juvenile court and the parent, X Reports and Section 8.3 Serious Injury or Illness
guardian or person standing in loco parentis, in the of Youth.
event of a serious illness, injury or death.
1342 POPULATION ACCOUNTING Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 8.1.6.3
Population and profile survey reports are submitted to the
Board of State and Community Corrections within 10 X
working days after the end of each reporting period, in a Reports are submitted to the BSCC as required
format provided by the Board. by the Administrative Secretary. Reports are
timely.
1343 JUVENILE FACILITY CAPACITY The facility has not exceeded its maximum
capacity this cycle.
a) The number of youth detained in a living unit has X
exceeded its maximum capacity for more than 15
calendar days in a month since the previous inspection.
b) If required, the facility has submitted CARs/CCARs to
NA NA
BSCC since the last inspection (N/A if no to the above).
c) The facility is under an approved suitability plan (N/A if
NA NA
no to the above).
1350 ADMITTANCE PROCEDURES Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy Procedure
Section 4.7: Booking Procedures/Admittance
X
Written policies and procedures for admittance of youth Rights
include the requirements of Sections 1324 and 1430.
In juvenile halls, youth are allowed access to a telephone, Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy Procedure
in accordance with the provisions of Welfare and Section 4.8.1: Following Services Available to
Institutions Code Section 627 (two completed telephone Youth Upon Admission to the Juvenile Hall
calls [parent/guardian and attorney] within an hour, at the
public expense). Youth are provided access to the telephone at
intake to contact their parent/guardian. If
X necessary, they are able to make up to 3
telephone calls in order to let family know where
they are or to make arrangements for a child and
to contact their employer.
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The juvenile hall has established written criteria for Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy Procedure
detention. Section 4.1: General Detention Policy and 4.2:
Youth Acceptable for Detention
The facility has a specific criterion for detention.
X
Law enforcement officers must call intake and
screen all arrests prior to arrival. Intake officers
verify probable cause and ensure that youth meet
detention criteria prior to being allowed entrance
into the facility.
The juvenile camp has included policies and procedures
that advise the youth of the estimated length of stay and
has developed program guidelines that include written NA NA
screening criteria for inclusion and exclusion from the
program.
Juvenile halls shall develop policies and procedures that Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy Procedure
advise any committed youth of the estimated length of X Section 4.8: Youth’s Rights Upon Admission to
his/her stay. the Juvenile Hall
1351 RELEASE PROCEDURES Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 4.11: Release Procedures
X
Written policies and procedures for release of youth in
custody provide for:
a) Verification of identity/release papers; Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
X Procedure Section 4.11.1: Verification and
4.11.1.1: Identification Verification
b) Return of personal clothing and valuables; Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
X Procedure Section 4.11.4.1: Staff Responsibility
During the Release Process
c) Notification to the minor’s parents or guardian; Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 4.11.4.1: Staff Responsibility
X
During the Release Process
d) Notification to the facility health care provider in Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
accordance with Sections 1408 and 1437 of these Procedure Section 4.11.3.3: Required
regulations, for coordination with outside agencies; and, Notification-NMC
Medical staff are notified upon release verbally
X
and by the end of the evening for the next day
formally.
e) Notification of school staff. Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 4.11.3.2
X
School staff are notified upon release verbally and
by the end of the evening for the next day
formally.
f) Notification of facility mental health personnel. Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 4.11.3.6: Children’s
Behavioral Health:
Mental Health staff are notified upon release
X verbally and by the end of the evening for the next
day formally.
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g) There are written policy and procedures for furlough of Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
minors from custody. Procedure Section 4.11.5: Temporary Releases
X Youth can be temporarily released for work or
school appointments as well as medical
appointments as approved by the Court,
Probation Officer and the Facility.
1352 CLASSIFICATION Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 4.3: Classification and
Written policies and procedures on classification of youth Housing and 4.5: Unit Classification and Housing
for the purpose of determining housing placement in the
facility provide for: The facility has a formal classification system.
Youth are assigned housing based on static and
dynamic factors such as age, size, criminal
X
sophistication and status. Classification
documentation reviewed noted that classification
was done at admission and ensured that youth
are housed appropriately with like youth.
Supervisors or the Officer in Charge is
responsible to ensure that youth are classified
correctly.
a) The safety of the youth, facility staff, and the public by Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
placing youth in the appropriate, least restrictive Procedure Section 4.3: Classification and
housing and program settings and housing X Housing
assignments consider the need for single, double, or
dormitory assignment;
b) Consideration of facility populations and physical Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
design of the facility; Procedure Section 4.3: Classification and
X
Housing
c) Classification of a youth upon admittance to the facility; Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
X Procedure Section 4.3: Classification and
Housing
d) Periodic classification reviews. Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 4.3: Classification and
Housing
JH classification reviews are to be completed no
less than once a month.
X
e) Provide that facility staff shall not separate youth from Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
the general population or assign youth to a single Procedure Section 4.3: Classification and
occupancy room based solely on the youth's actual or Housing
perceived race, ethnic group identification, ancestry,
national origin, color, religion, gender, sexual
orientation, gender identity, gender expression, mental
or physical disability, or HIV status. (This section does X
not prohibit staff from placing youth in a single
occupancy room at the youth's specific request or in
accordance with title 15 regulations regarding
separation).
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1353 ORIENTATION Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 6.3: Youth Notification of
Written policies and procedures require an orientation for Rules, Rights and Discipline and 6.3.1: Youth
youth prior to placement in a living area. Both written and Orientation to Juvenile Hall
X
verbal information are provided. Provisions are made to
provide accessible orientation information to all detained Resident Handbook last updated 01/30/2018.
youth including those with disabilities, limited English
proficiency, or limited literacy. The orientation includes:
a) Facility rules and disciplinary procedures; X
b) Grievance procedures; X
c) Access to legal services; X
d) Access to health care services; X
e) Access to counseling services; X
f) Access to religious services; X
g) Access to educational services; X
h) Information on the court process; X
i) Housing assignments; X
j) Availability of personal care items and opportunity for
X
personal hygiene;
k) Correspondence, visiting and telephone use; X
l) Availability of reading materials, programs, and
X
activities;
m) Use of restraints and chemical agents; X
n) Use of force; X
o) Emergency and evacuation procedures. X
p) Non-discrimination policy.
X
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1354 SEPARATION Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 5.1.4: Detainee Program
There are written policies and procedures for the separation Participation Restrictions
of youth for reasons that include, but are not limited to,
medical and mental health conditions, assaultive behavior, Youth are encouraged to participate in facility
disciplinary consequences and protective custody. programs and activities; however, they may be
removed or restricted from participation due to
health or security reasons.
Reasons relating to health, security or
disciplinary purposes as noted in policy sections
below.
5.1.4.1 Bed Rest (BR)- Youth is restricted to
their room or bed for medical purposes.
5.1.4.2 No Sports (NS)- Youth cannot participate
in exercise.
5.1.4.3 Non-Participant (NP)- Youth can elect to
not participate.
5.1.4.5 Modified Program (MP)- Youth cannot
participate in activities for a safety reason.
5.1.4.5.1 Recreation Time: Youth on MP status
X
will only recreate in a secure quad or in the gym.
5.1.4.5.2 Program Participation: Youth are not
denied their basic rights however, they may not
participate in certain aspects of the program.
Youth that are separated for disciplinary purposes
are placed under contract. Their behavior is
reviewed to determine if they can be removed
from separation. Youth that are separated for
non-discipline reasons are also reviewed by the
entity that separated them.
Discussed timeframes for separation and this is
currently being reviewed. We will continue to
provide assistance as requested.
Youth that need a time out can use the time out
room for up to 15 minutes to re-compose
themselves. If the youth needs more than a time
out, he will be moved back to the JH.
Youth who are separated are not denied normal privileges Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
available at the facility, except to accomplish the objectives X Procedure Section 5.1.4.5.2
of the segregation.
When the objective of the separation is discipline, Title 15, Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Section 1390 shall apply. X Procedure Section
A daily review of separated youth to determine whether Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
separation remains necessary. Procedure Section 5.1.4.5.3
Youth are reviewed daily to determine if they can
X be reintegrated into the facility.
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1355 INSTITUTIONAL ASSESSMENT AND PLAN Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
(A) Written policies and procedures require that Procedure Section 4.9: Assessment Needs and
assessments and plans be developed within 40 Objective Planning
X
days after admission, for youth who are held for a • 4.9.1: Assessment Needs and Objective
period of 30 days or more. The assessment and Planning
plan shall be documented. • 4.9.2: Assessment Needs and Objective
1) The assessment is a statement of the minor’s Planning
problems, which includes:
2) Identification of substance abuse history, At inspections, it was noted that while policy is
education, vocational, counseling, and family specific to regulation expectations, procedures
reunification needs. X were not followed as required. This was found
and noted by administrative staff and shared upon
arrival.
Corrective action was put into place and facility
(B) The institutional plan for adjudicated and pre- provided with opportunity to address the issue
adjudicated minors includes written documentation and correct the issue.
that provides for:
X
1) Objectives and time frames for the resolution of Subsequent documentation was reviewed prior to
problems identified in the assessment; and, cycle end and again prior to the completion of this
report and all areas of regulation were compliant.
2) A plan for meeting the objectives that includes a
description of program resources needed and
X
individuals responsible for assuring that the plan is
implemented.
(C) Subsequent to adjudication, the institution plan
documents:
1) Periodic evaluation of progress towards meeting X
the objectives, including periodic review and
discussion of the plan with the youth;
2) A transition or aftercare plan, subject to existing
resources, that is completed prior to the minor X
being released; and,
3) Contact with the Regional Center for the
Developmentally Disabled, pursuant to Section
X
1413.
1356 COUNSELING AND CASEWORK SERVICES Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 4.10.1: Officers Responsibility
for Counseling and Casework Services.
Written policies and procedures ensure appropriate
X
counseling and casework services for all youth. Policies Juvenile Institutional Officers are responsible for
and procedures include: providing counseling and casework to the youth in
a) Assisting with personal problems or needs that may their care. Staff assist the youth as needed with
arise; all of their needs, not just those required by
b) Assisting the youth requesting contact with parents, regulation. While on site, there were several
attorney, clergyman, probation officer, or other public instances noted in which staff had a youth pulled
official; and, to the side and was counseling them about their
behavior or life issues. Youth who were
interviewed noted that they believe the staff for
the most part truly care about them. Staff noted
that many youth keep in touch with the facility
X
staff by calling or by sending letters after release
thanking them for their care.
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c) Providing services as appropriate to the population Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
housed in the facility, and may include: substance Procedure Section 4.10.2: Officers Responsibility
abuse, family crisis and reunification, counseling, public for Counseling and Casework Services.
X
health and mental health services.
Facility administrators ensure programming
occurs consistent with regulatory expectations.
1357 USE OF FORCE Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 9.8 Use of Force and 9.9 Use
There are written policies and procedures for the use of of OC
force, which may include chemical agents.
Facility has a UOF policy that is specific to the
Juvenile Hall and complies with regulation.
X
OC spray is authorized as a force option.
24 UOF incidents occurred in the first year of the
cycle per staff. Those reviewed were well
documented and consistent with policy.
Policy indicates that force is not applied as punishment, Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
X
discipline, or treatment. Procedure Section 9.8.10 Prohibitions
There are policy statements that: Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
a) Define the term “force” and address the escalation and Procedure Section 9.8.1: Definition and 9.8.8:
appropriate level of force, emphasizing the need to Limitations
X
avoid the use of force whenever possible and using
only that force necessary to ensure the safety of minors
and others;
b) Describe the requirements for staff to report the use of Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
force and to take action to stop the inappropriate use of X Procedure Section 9.8.11.3 Staff Witness to
force; Intentional Abuse
c) Define the role, notification, and follow up procedures of Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
medical and mental health staff concerning the use of Procedure Sections:
force; and
• 9.8.13: Reporting Injuries Following
X Physical Contact
• 9.8.13.1: Medical/Behavioral Health
Referral
• 9.9.5.5: Contact Medical Staff/Medical
Referral
d) Define the training that shall be provided and required Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
for the use of force. Such training shall include, but not Procedure Sections as follows:
be limited to, known medical conditions that would 9.8.2: Approved Defensive Techniques
contraindicate certain types of force; acceptable 9.8.12.1: Authorized Department Techniques
chemical agents; methods of application; signs or 9.8.13: Reporting Injuries Following Physical
symptoms that should result in immediate referral to Contact
medical or mental health staff; and, requirements of 9.8.13.1: Medical/Behavioral Health Referral
X
the decontamination of chemical agents, if such 9.9: Use of Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) Spray
agents are utilized. 9.9.4.5: Handcuffed Youth
9.9.4.6: Pregnant Youth
9.9.4.7: Youth with Asthma or Other Respiratory
Condition
9.9.5.4: Decontamination
9.9.5.5: Contact Medical Staff/Medical Referral
Policies and procedures address: Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
a) The types, levels, and application of force; Procedure Section 9.8.11.2: Supervisor Review
documentation of the use of force; a grievance
procedure; a system for investigation of the use of force X
and administrative review; and discipline for the
improper use of force;
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b) The specific use of physical, chemical agent, lethal, and Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
non-lethal force that may, or may not, be used in the Procedure Sections:
facility; X 9.8.2: Approved Defensive Techniques
9.8.12.1: Authorized Department Techniques
9.9: Use of Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) Spray
c) The limitations regarding the use of force on pregnant Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
youth in accordance with Penal Code Section 6030(f) X Procedure Section 9.9.4.6: Pregnant Youth
and Welfare and Institutions Code Section 222; and,
d) A standardized format, time period, and procedure for Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
reporting the use of force, including the reporting Procedure Section 9.8.11.1 Incident Reports and
requirements of management and line staff. 9.8.11.2: Supervisor Review
X
Reports must be completed by the end of shift
and submitted to the supervisor on duty. All UOF
reports are reviewed by the supervisor and by
administrative staff.
1358 USE OF PHYSICAL RESTRAINTS Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Note: The provisions of this regulation do not apply to Procedure Section 9.10: Use of Restraints
the use of handcuffs, shackles or other restraint
devices when used to restrain youth for movement or Policy and procedure exist and is compliant with
transportation. regulatory expectations.
Written policies and procedures govern the use of restraint X Per the facility manager, there were no Use of
devices. The policies address: Physical Restraints used per this section this
cycle. The remainder of this section is deleted
from the report.
Staff do an excellent job in their efforts to de-
escalate behaviors to avoid the use of restraints.
a) known medical conditions that would contraindicate Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
certain restraint devices and/or techniques; X Procedure Section 9.10.11.1: Prior Known
Medical Conditions
b) acceptable restraint devices; Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
X
Procedure Section 9.10.5: Authorized Equipment
c) signs or symptoms which should result in immediate Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
medical/mental health referral; X Procedure Section 9.10.11.2: Prior Known
Medical Conditions
d) availability of cardiopulmonary resuscitation equipment; Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
X Procedure Section 9.10.10: Availability of
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Equipment
e) protective housing of restrained youth; Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 9.10.10.1: Availability of
X
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Equipment (Youth
housed alone while in restraint devices)
f) provision for hydration and sanitation needs; Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
X Procedure Section 9.10.9.3: Access to Restroom
and Water
g) exercising of extremities. Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
X Procedure Section 9.10.9.2: Prolonged Periods of
Restraint
Physical restraints are utilized only when it appears less Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
restrictive alternatives would be ineffective in controlling the Procedure Section 9.10.2: Authorized Use
disordered behavior.
X
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Restraints are used only for those youth who present an Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
immediate danger to themselves or others, who exhibit Procedure Section 9.10.2: Authorized Use
behavior that results in the destruction of property or
X
reveals the intent to cause self-inflicted physical harm. The
circumstances leading to the use of restraints are
documented.
Youth are placed in restraints only with the approval of the Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
facility manager or designee. The facility manager may Procedure Section 9.10.6 Required Procedure
delegate authority to place a minor in restraints to a
physician. Duty or Unit Supervisor must approve prior to the
X
deployment of restraints unless the immediate
response is necessary. Supervisor is immediately
informed and reports to the area and approves
the restraint.
Reasons for continued retention in restraints are reviewed Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
and documented a minimum of every hour. X Procedure Section 9.10.8.3: Supervisor
Evaluation
A medical opinion on the safety of placement and retention Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
is secured as soon as possible, but no later than two hours Procedure Section 9.10.8.1: Medical Assessment
from the time of placement. The youth is medically cleared X
for continued retention at least every three hours after the
initial medical opinion.
A mental health consultation to assess the need for mental Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
health treatment is secured as soon as possible, but in no X Procedure Section 9.10.8.2: Behavioral Health
case longer than four hours from the time of placement. Consultation
Continuous direct visual supervision is conducted and Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
documented to ensure that the restraints are properly X Procedure Section 9.10.9.1 Constant Supervision
employed and to ensure the well-being of the youth.
Observations of the youth’s behavior and any staff Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
interventions are documented at least every 15 minutes, Procedure Section 9.10.9.1 Constant Supervision
with actual time recorded.
All youth in restraint devices are housed alone or in a Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
specified housing area for restrained minors, with Procedure Section 9.10.10.1: Availability of
provisions to protect the minor from abuse. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Equipment (Youth
housed alone while in restraint devices)
Restraints are not used as punishment, discipline, or as a Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
substitute for treatment. The affixing of hands and feet X Procedure Section 9.10.11.6: Hog0Tie Position
together behind the back (hog-tying) is prohibited.
The use of restraints on pregnant minors is limited in Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
accordance with Penal Code Section 6030(f) and Welfare X Procedure Section 9.10.1: Restricted Use
and Institutions Code Section 222.
1359 SAFETY ROOM PROCEDURES The Monterey County Juvenile Hall does not have
a safety room. The remainder of the regulation
Written policies and procedures govern the use of safety has been deleted.
rooms, as described in Title 24, Part 2, Section 460A.1.13.
NA NA
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1360 SEARCHES Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Sections:
Written policies and procedures govern the search of youth, 9.2: Searches of Youth
the facility, and visitors. 9.2.3: Visitor Search
All youth are subject to shake out searches, pat
down search, strip searches and visual body
cavity searches. Any search that involves a strip
X
search or a visual cavity search requires the
search be conducted by a staff member that is the
same gender as the youth and must be approved
by supervisor staff in advance.
Policy includes direction as to transgender search
that is consistent with other facilities and best
practice.
Searches are conducted to insure the safety and security of Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
the facility and to provide for the safety and security of the X Procedure Section 9.2
public, visitors, youth, and staff.
Searches are not conducted for harassment or as a form of Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
discipline or punishment. Searches are conducted in a Procedure Section 9.2.1
X
manner that preserves privacy and dignity of the person
being searched.
Written procedures address each of the following: Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
X
a) Intake searches Procedure Section:
b) Searching youth who are returning from activities 9.2: Searches of Youth
outside of the living unit, court, another facility, or X 9.2.1: Frequency and Scope
visiting; 9.2.2.1: Same Sex Search
c) Facility searches; X 9.2.2.2: Transgender Searches
d) Searches of visitors; and, X 9.2.3: Visitor Search
e) Cross-gender supervision of searches. 4.7.2: Booking Procedure
X
1361 GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 6.6: Grievance Procedure
There are written policies and procedures allowing any
youth to appeal and have grievances resolved relating to There were 27 grievances in the first year of the
any condition of confinement. cycle. Three random months were selected for
review. Several grievances were because of
youth complaining regarding medical/health
issues including several regarding scabies. We
found that these grievances were not addressed
consistently by the medical personnel. When
X
discussing this issue with administration, it was
noted that at this time, CFMG was the medical
provider and the agency has changed providers.
Overall, we found all other grievances to be
resolved at the lowest level, (between staff and
the youth) and they were timely. Youth we spoke
to noted that the staff work to resolve issues with
the youth therefore, there really isn’t much need
to file them.
The policies and procedures include: Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
a) A grievance form and instructions that include Procedure Section 6.6.1: Posted Grievance
provisions for the youth to have free access to the form; Procedure
X
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b) The option for youth to confidentially file the grievance Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
or deliver the form to any youth care supervision staff Procedure 6.6.2.1: Confidentiality of a Grievance
working in the facility. X
Each unit has a confidential grievance box that
the youth know they may file their grievances in.
c) Resolution of the grievance at the lowest appropriate Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
staff level; Procedure 6.6.4: Youth Grievance Procedure
X
Youth can give their grievance to the involved
staff member or they can also give to a
supervisor. It is their choice.
d) Provision for a prompt review and response to 6.6.4.3 Juvenile Institutions Supervisor, Probation
grievances within a specified time limit; Services Manager and Probation Division Director
Review
Initial response from a supervisor shall be 3 days.
e) Youth may elect to be present to explain their version of Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
the grievance to a person not directly involved in the X Procedure Section 6.6.4.4: Review and Finding
circumstances that led to the grievance.
f) Provision for a staff representative approved by the Youth noted that staff will help them if they need
X
facility administrator to assist the youth. help.
g) Provision for a written response to the grievance which Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
includes the reasons for the decisions; X Procedure Section 6.6.4.4.1: Supervisors
Decision
h) A system which provides that any appeal of a Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
grievance shall be heard by a person not directly Procedure Section 6.6.4.2: Grievance Forwarded
X
involved in the circumstances which led to the to Supervisor for Review
grievance; and,
Concerns of parent, guardians, staff or other parties are Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
addressed and documented within a specified time frame, Procedure Section 6.6.4.3.1: Concerns of
X
whether or not those concerns are associated with a Parents/Guardians/Staff/Others
grievance.
1362 REPORTING OF INCIDENTS Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 6.7: Incident Reports
A written report of all incidents, which resulted in physical
harm, serious threat of physical harm, or death to an A significant sampling of incident reports were
employee or a youth of a juvenile facility, or other person(s), reviewed.
is maintained. Such written records are prepared by staff X
and submitted to the facility manager by the end of the shift. Incident Reports (IR) are written for every incident
that is outside of regular operations. All reports
must be submitted by end of shift or staff must
receive approval to submit at a later time.
1363 USE OF REASONABLE FORCE TO COLLECT Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
DNA SPECIMENS, SAMPLES, IMPRESSIONS Procedure 9.12: Information Collection
Pursuant to Penal Code Section 298.1, policy and Formal Policy exists for the ability to use force to
procedures describe the use reasonable force to collect X collect DNA however, there has been no need to
DNA samples from individuals who are required to provide do so. Additionally, per facility administrators,
such samples, specimens or impressions pursuant to prior to using force, they would take the youth
Penal Code Section 296 and who refuse following written back to court in effort to gain compliance.
or oral request.
Policy and procedures address: Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
a) Documentation of efforts to secure voluntary Procedure Section 9.12.3: Efforts for Voluntary
compliance, including an advisement of the legal Compliance
X
obligation to provide the requisite specimen, sample
or impression and the consequences of refusal.
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b) Documentation of supervisory knowledge of the above Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
and authorization to use force. Procedure Section 9.12.3.1: Prior Written
X
Authorization
c) If the use of reasonable force includes cell extraction, Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
the extraction shall be videotaped and retained by the Procedure Section 9.12.3.2: Use of Reasonable
X
department. (Consult with County Counsel regarding Force
statutes applicable to your department.)
1370 EDUCATION PROGRAM The facility has a full complement of teaching
staff. They include:
The County Board of Education provides for the
administration and operation of juvenile court schools in • 3 General Education Teachers
conjunction with the Chief Probation Officer or designee. • 1 General Education Dayroom Teacher
X
Policies and procedures ensure communication and • 1 Special Education Specialist
coordination between educators and probation staff. • 3 Para-professional assistants who are
shared among all classrooms
• .5 Resource Specialist
Facility Manager shall request an annual review of the Chandalee Wood; Senior Director, Monterey
education program by the superintendent of schools. This County Office of Education(COE), Alternative
annual review of each required element of the program Education Programs, completed the facility
from the Superintendent of Schools has been received Education Program Review and Evaluation on
along with a report or review checklist on compliance, 02/24/2017. There were no corrective actions
deficiencies, and corrective action needed to achieve noted however, it was noted that improvement
compliance. This review cannot be delegated to the site was needed in Education Transition and Social
principal or other site staff member. It can however be Awareness Programming.
contracted to a qualified outside agency. Upon completion, X
the facility manager will review each item with the person There are MOU’s being drafted with local school
designated by the school and take any corrective action as districts for shared information to ensure a
needed transfer of documents in a timelier manner.
COE and Probation are in communication
regarding a means in which to increase access
for youth within the JH to more educational
programming.
General Education Development preparation shall be made This is now titled HISET.
X
available to all eligible youth.
Supplemental instruction shall be afforded to youth who do The CAHSEE is no longer a requirement.
not demonstrate sufficient progress towards passing the X
CAHSEE as set forth in the ED Code.
The facility school program complies with the State The education program provides a 260-minute
Education Code (Note: The Education Code currently school day according to school staff.
requires a 240-minute school day.) Youth are delivered to X
their educational program so as not to interfere with the
time afforded the minimum instruction day.
School discipline is integrated into the facility’s overall
behavioral management plan, with school staff advised of
X
administrative decisions that may affect the educational
programming.
Expulsion/suspension follows the due process safeguards
in the education code, including the rights of students with X
special needs.
Policies and procedures address the rights of any student
X
who has continuing difficulty completing the school day.
There are provisions for individuals with special needs that
include educational instruction for youth in high security or
other special units, compliance with applicable statutes for X
special education, and, provision for non-English speaking
youth and those with limited English speaking skills.
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Youths are enrolled in school no later than three (3) days
X
after admission.
The school conducts an educational screening and
X
completes an education plan within 5 days.
If a youth is detained, the school requests the youths
records from his/her prior school to ensure that the X
educational plan is appropriate.
1371 RECREATION AND EXERCISE Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 5.8: Recreation, Sports and
There are policies and procedures for recreation and X Social Programs
exercise of youth with the intent to maximize the time youth
are out of their rooms/off their bunks. Monterey County Juvenile Hall offers programs
There is the opportunity for a minimum of three hours of and activities for the youth and we noted
recreation, programs and exercise 3 hours a day during calendars in the units that provide all programs
the week and five hours a day each Saturday, Sunday and X and activities and their times.
other non-school days. At least one hour shall be an
outdoor activity. Technical assistance provided and discussed the
The recreation and exercise schedule is posted in the living facilities schedule in that programs are offered
units. only for a certain amount of youth at one time and
recreational activities are limited due to facility
limitations placed on staff. We suggested
alternative means in which to ensure that youth
receive all required activities. All youth should
have the same access to programs.
X
Suggested that the facility managers increase
options and opportunities for recreation, program
and exercise options for the youth.
Exercise consists of football, basketball, soccer,
frisbee and relays.
Recreation shall include the opportunity for at least one Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
hour of daily access to unscheduled activities such as Procedure Section 5.1.2.2
reading, television, radio, music games etc. The activities
X
are supervised and include orientation and coaching of Example of recreational activities are movie
youth. nights, board games, card games, letter writing
and other special recreational activities.
Programs shall include social awareness programs as Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
outlined in Section 1378. Procedure Section 5.6.2: Elective/Social
Awareness Programs
Programs aimed at reducing recidivism and to
promote social awareness are provided.
X
Examples of such are as follows:
Phoenix program, Victim Impact, Paternity Ed.,
Suicide Prevention, Planned Parenthood, The
Teenage Brain, Girl Scouts, Drivers Ed and
Introduction to Yoga.
All youth shall be provided with the opportunity for at least Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
one hour of large muscle activity each day. Procedure Section 5.1.2.2: Recreation and
Exercise Program
X
Documentation reviewed showed that youth are
getting outside for exercise at a minimum of an
hour daily.
That one hour of exercise is suspended only upon a written Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
finding by the administrator/manager that the youth X Procedure Section 5.1.2.2.1: Suspension of
represents a threat to the safety and security of the facility. Exercise Program
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The administrator/manager may suspend for a period not to Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
exceed 24 hours access to recreation and programs X Procedure Section 5.1.2.2.2: Suspension of
Exercise Program
1372 RELIGIOUS PROGRAM Religious services are held on Monday and
Tuesday. Both catholic and a non-denomination
The facility administrator provides access for voluntary services are conducted. Youth may choose to go
participation in religious services and/or religious to one or both services.
counseling at least once a week. A youth is allowed to
participate in other program activities if he/she elects not to If youth do not choose to participate, they can
participate in religious programs. participate in another program outside of their
room. They are not mandated to go to religious
services nor to be in their rooms while those
X services occur.
Religious programs provide for: religious services, Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
availability of clergy, and availability of religious diets. Procedure Sections:
5.9.3 Types of Religious Services
5.9.1.7 Confidential Communication with Clergy
5.9.4.6 Religious Diets
• Religious diets are approved as
requested.
• Individual clergy are authorized as
needed and appropriate.
• Youth may make request to see their own
family clergy who may be allowed
entrance for special visits.
X
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Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
1373 WORK PROGRAM Procedure Section 5.3: Work Programs
There are written policies and procedures for assigning Housekeeping, yard work, meal prep and clean
youths to work programs, which are meaningful, up
constructive, and related to vocational training or increasing
a youth’s sense of responsibility. There are no formalized work programs for the
facility however youth may work around the facility
doing housekeeping chores, meal preparation
and clean up and yard work outside. Technical
assistance provided to encourage the facility to
develop a “hire/fire” document. Shared that some
facilities use job applications and have youth
X
“apply” for jobs.
1374 VISITING Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 5.11: Visiting Program
There are written policies and procedures for visiting that
include provision for special visits. Monterey Juvenile Hall provides ample time for
visitation. In addition to the hours below, if a
parent cannot make they allotted time, facility
managers will provide alternative opportunity
upon request.
Regular Visiting Hours
Girls: Saturday 9:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M.
Boys: Saturday:
X Last Names: A thru L: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Boys: Sunday:
Last Names: M thru Z: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Professional Visiting Hours
Any Day:
8:00 A.M. - 11:15 A.M.
1:00 P.M. - 4:45 P.M.
6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.
Visits are tracked individually by youth in a visitation
folder. Documentation reviewed noted that visits were
occurring regularly with parents, guardians and others
visiting regularly.
Youths are allowed visits by parents, guardians, or persons Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
standing in loco parentis, at reasonable times. Opportunity Procedure Sections:
for visiting is at least two hours per week. 5.11.2: Visitor Authorization/Clearance and
5.11.3: Authorized Visitors
X 5.11.4: Visitors who May require Prior Approval
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Visits are supervised, but conversations are not monitored Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
unless there is a security or safety need. Procedure Section 5.11.5: Supervising Visits and
the Need to Monitor
X
Visits are supervised for safety and security, but
staff do not monitor conversations for content.
1375 CORRESPONDENCE Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 5.14: Mail and
X
There are written policies and procedures for Correspondence
correspondence which ensure:
a) There is no limitation on the volume of mail that youth Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
may send or receive; Procedure Section 5.14: Mail and
Correspondence
X
There is no limit to what they can send and
receive.
b) Youth may send special mail and two letters per week Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
postage-free; Procedure Section 5.14.6: Youth’s Personal
X Correspondence
Youth may send unlimited amounts of mail.
c) Youth may correspond confidentially with state and Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
federal courts, any member of the State Bar or holder Procedure Section 5.14.1: Searching Privileged
of public office, and the Board of State and Community Mail for Contraband
X
Corrections; however, authorized facility staff may open
and inspect such mail only to search for contraband
and in the presence of the youth; and,
d) Incoming and outgoing mail, other than confidential Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
correspondence described above, may be read by staff Procedure Section 5.14.7: Reading and
only when there is reasonable cause to believe facility Restricting Mail
safety and security, public safety, or youth safety is
X
jeopardized. Staff scan incoming mail to ensure there is no
contraband and review outgoing mail to ensure
that mail rules are followed i.e. confidentiality
breaches, gang information etc.
1376 TELEPHONE ACCESS Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Section 5.15: Telephone Policy and
There are written policies and procedures to provide youth 5.15.2: Collect Telephone Calls
with access to telephone communications.
X Youth have access to free phone calls as needed
and collect calls on the Tel-Mate phones daily
during recreation (free time).
1377 ACCESS TO LEGAL SERVICES Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
Procedure Sections:
Written procedures ensure the rights of minors to have • 5.15.4: Access to Legal Services
access to the courts and legal services include: • 5.15.4.1: Calls to Attorneys
• 5.11.3.1: Pre-Approved Visitors
a) Access, upon request by the youth, to licensed
X
attorneys and their authorized representatives; Youth have access to and may contact their
b) Provision for confidential consultation with attorneys; attorneys at any time.
X
and,
c) Unlimited postage paid legal correspondence and cost- Youth visit with their attorneys in a private
free telephone access as appropriate. interview room.
X
Youth can write and call their attorneys as much
as they need to.
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1378 SOCIAL AWARENESS PROGRAM Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and Section
5.6.2: Elective School Programs
The County Board of Education or the Chief Probation
Officer provides programs designed to promote social See 1371. Facility provides social awareness
awareness and reduce recidivism. The programs consider programs for youth. Facility in process of making
the needs of male and female youth and may include: some operational changes to ensure that more
victim awareness; conflict resolution; anger management; youth will be involved in the programming.
parenting skills; appropriate gender specific programming;
juvenile justice; self-esteem; building effective decision-
making skills; and, other topics that suit the needs of the
youth.
X
The agency responsible for providing the programs Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and Section
conducts a written annual review to ensure that the 5.6.2: Elective School Programs
program content is current, consistent and relevant to the
population.
Additional programs that are provided from
community-based providers or other outside
agencies are as follows:
• Alateen: AA/12 Step Support Group
• Monterey County Health Department:
X Cuidate- Safe Dates regarding reducing
pregnancy
• Department of Child Support Services:
Informational Presentations
All have been found to be appropriate and meet
the needs of the youth in the Juvenile Hall.
Probation Administration has also provided in
depth reviews of all facility programs and they
have been found to meet the needs of the youth
in the Juvenile Hall.
1390 DISCIPLINE Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and Section
6.0: Discipline, Youth Rights, Due Process and
There are written policies and procedures for the discipline Restrictions
of minors that promote acceptable behavior.
X Facility rules are clear and provided to youth upon
entry. Minor rule violations are handled
informally, and major rule violations are handled
with due process. Documentation reviewed met
regulation.
Discipline is imposed at the least restrictive level that Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
promotes the desired behavior. X Procedure Section 6.1: Discipline
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Discipline does not include corporal punishment, group Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
punishment, physical or psychological degradation or Procedure Section 6.1.1: Corporal, Cruel and
X
deprivation of the following: Degrading Punishment
a) Bed and clothing; X Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
b) Daily shower, access to drinking fountain, toilet and Procedure Section 6.2: Deprivation of Youths
X
personal hygiene items, and clean clothing; Basic Rights
c) Full nutrition; X
d) Contact with parent or attorney; X
e) Exercise; X
f) Medical services and counseling; X
g) Religious services; X
h) Clean and sanitary living conditions; X
i) The right to send and receive mail; and, X
j) Education. X
There are established rules of conduct and disciplinary Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
penalties to guide the conduct of youth. The rules and Procedure Section 6.3: Youth Notification of
penalties, which include both major violations and youth Rules, Rights and Discipline
violations, are simply and affirmatively stated and are X
available to all youth. Provisions are made to provide
accessible information to youth with disabilities, limited
English proficiency or limited literacy.
1391 DISCIPLINE PROCESS Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and Section
6.8: Disciplinary Due Process
X
There are written policies and procedures for the
administration of discipline that include: Reviewed several incident reports and due
a) Designation of personnel authorized to impose process forms in which major rule violations
X
discipline for violation of rules; resulted in room time (pre-January 2018) and/or a
b) Prohibiting discipline from being delegated to any level demotion to the Comeback program.
X
youth;
c) Definition of major and minor rule violations and their In each case, there was a completed Comeback
consequences, due process requirements; Program Demotion Notice and all regulatory
expectations were noted.
Technical assistance provided and discussion
regarding most Comeback program sanctions
resulted in an automatic 5 days. Suggested that
facility look at facts of the individual offense to
determine graduated sanction and appropriate
X
time.
Subsequent documents reviewed post inspection,
showed that sanction time frames were more in
line with the offense as opposed to the automatic
5-day demotion.
It was noted that most youth do not ask for a
hearing.
d) Minor rule violations may be handled informally by Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and Section
counseling, advising the youth of expected conduct or 6.8.3: Youth Rule Violations
imposing a minor consequence. Discipline shall be X
accompanied by written documentation and a policy of
review and appeal to a supervisor;
Major rule violations may include withdrawal from group Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
activities for 24 hours or more or extension of time in Procedure Section 6.8
X
custody. Major rule violations and the discipline process
shall be documented and require the following:
a) Written notice of violation prior to a hearing; X Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
b) Hearing by a person who is not a party to the incident; X Procedure Section 6.8.2.2: Rights of Youth
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c) Opportunity for the youth to be heard, present evidence Charged with Major Rule Violations
X
and testimony; Monterey County Juvenile Hall Policy and
d) Provision for minor to be assisted by staff in the hearing Procedure Section 6.8.2.2a
X
process; and,
e) Provision for administrative review. Documentation reviewed showed that youth are
receiving their Due Process for major rule
X violations.
f) Violations that result in a removal from camp or The JH ensures that all due process for MYC
commitment program, but not a return to court will youth is completed.
follow the due process provisions in subsection (e)
above.
X
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REVIEW OF NON-REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
FUNDING OR CODE REFERENCE YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE NA 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. X
(Refer to the JPCF Program Agreement, Attachment B)
208.5 WIC CONTACT BETWEEN PERSONS UNDER THE JUVENILE COURT AGES 19NA 20 AND MINORS IN THE
FACILITY
The facility houses Juvenile Court Wards 19 years of
X
age and older.
The facility has been approved to hold persons under
X
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 X
the facility) as outlined in the county’s application.
JUVENILE JUSTICE DELINQUENCY PREVENTION ACT MONITORING (JJDPA)
WIC 206 SEPARATE FACILITIES FOR WIC 300 Facility does not house 300 Youth
MINORS
Dependent or neglected minors who are defined under
X
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) Facility does not house 601 Youth
AND FEDERAL MINORS
X
Status Offenders (WIC 601) are held in the facility.
Status Offenders (WIC 601) are kept separate from
X
Juvenile Delinquents (WIC 602)? (WIC 207[d]).
Federal Minors (ICE Holds or ORR Contract) are held Facility does not house Federal
X
in the facility. Youth
If yes to the above, the Monthly Report on the
Detention of Status Offenders/Federal Minors is X
submitted to the BSCC.
WIC 208 SEPARATION OF MINORS AND ADULT Facility does not house Adults
INMATES (JJDPA 42 USC 5633, Sec 223, State Plans
(a)[12])
X
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
X
separated from minors.
Adult inmates from an adult facility (e.g. inmate workers
or “Scared Straight” programs) are not allowed in the
facility in a manner that allows contact with minors.
X
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JUVENILE HALLS, SPECIAL PURPOSE JUVENILE HALLS AND CAMPS
PHYSICAL PLANT EVALUATION
Board of State and Community Corrections
Applicable Title 24 Regulations: Pre-1998*
BSCC Code: 7346
FACILITY NAME: Wellington M. Smith Jr. Juvenile Hall FACILITY TYPE: JH
CONSTRUCTION/REMODEL DATE(S): Constructed 1960 and remodeled in 2001
IDENTIFY FACILITY PHYSICAL PLANT MODIFICATIONS SINCE 1992:
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Lisa Southwell DATE: January 30, 2018
TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
RECEPTION AREA (JH)
X
Holding Rooms:
Contain 15 square feet per minor;
Have sufficient seating to accommodate the rated
X
capacity based on floor space;
Provide access to water closets and wash basins at a
X
ratio of a 1:8; and
Provide access to drinking fountain. X
Provide access to telephone. X
Provide access to private room(s) for interviews. X
MEDICAL EXAM SPACE (JH & CAMP)
Space or room(s) afford privacy, are equipped to carry out X
routine examinations and emergency care and have sufficient
locked storage space for medical supplies.
LIVING UNITS (JH AND SPJH)
X
Living units are designed to accommodate no more than 30
minors and contain:
Showers at a ratio of 1:6; X
Washbasins at a ratio of 1:6; X
Water closets at a ratio of 1:6 or water closet and one
X
urinal for every 15 boys; and,
Access to a drinking fountain by minors and staff. X
Doors of each sleeping room have a view panel (maximum
of 144 square inches of shatter-proof glass or plastic
X
materials) that allows the visual supervision of all parts of
the room.
Hallways in the detention living units are at least eight feet
wide. If rooms are located on only one side, or if room X
doors are staggered, hallways are at least six feet wide.
SINGLE ROOMS (JH, SPJH & CAMP)
X
Contain a minimum of 500 cubic feet of air space and 63
cubic feet of floor space.
DOUBLE ROOMS (JH, SPJH & CAMP) No room designed for double occupancy provided
in facility.
X
Contain a minimum of 800 cubic feet of airspace and 100
square feet of floor space.
*Regulations on this checklist are from the Pre-1998 Title 15 Sections 4272/4315.3(Juvenile Halls & Special Purpose Juvenile Halls) and 4323 (Camps & Ranches).
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DORMITORY SLEEPING AREAS (JH & CAMP)
X
Contain a minimum of 400 cubic feet of airspace and 50
square feet of floor space per minor.
LOCKED SLEEPING ROOMS (JH, SPJH & CAMP)
Contain an individual or combination drinking fountain,
X
wash basin and toilet, unless a communication system or
procedure is in effect to give minor immediate access to
these fixtures.
PLUMBING FIXTURES (CAMP)
The following plumbing fixtures are adjacent to each
X
sleeping area:
Shower or bathtub at a ratio of 1:6;
Washbasins at a ratio of 1:10; X
Access to toilets at a ratio of 1:10 or toilet and one
X
urinal for every 15 boys; and,
Access to a drinking fountain. X
BEDS AND MATTRESSES (JH, SPJH & CAMP)
Beds and mattresses are: X
A least 30 inches wide and 76 inches long;
Spaced at least 36 inches apart and at least 12 inches off
X
the floor; and,
Mattresses are made of a fire retardant material. X
INTERVIEW ROOMS (JH, SPJH & CAMP)
X
There is one interview room for each detention unit in
juvenile halls and special purpose juvenile halls.
There is a private room suitably equipped for conferences
X
and interviews in each camp.
LIGHTING (JH, SPJH & CAMP) Lighting not measured but appears adequate.
There are at least 50 foot candles of illumination at desk
X
level and, at night, there is a maximum illumination of two
foot candles at bed level in individual and multiple
occupancy rooms.
ACADEMIC CLASSROOM (JH & CAMP)
Each classroom contains a minimum of 160 square feet with
a teacher's desk and work area, and a minimum of 28 square X
feet per student. Classrooms should be designed for no
more than 15 students.
98: Designed for no more than 20 students
DINING SPACE (JH & CAMP)
X
There is a minimum of 15 square feet of space for each
person being fed at any given time.
*Regulations on this checklist are from the Pre-1998 Title 15 Sections 4272/4315.3(Juvenile Halls & Special Purpose Juvenile Halls) and 4323 (Camps & Ranches).
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PHYSICAL ACTIVITY SPACE (JH & CAMP)
(See 2001 regulations for revised calculations.)
There is indoor space consisting of at least 30 square feet of X
clear space for each minor, which may be included in a day
room, a recreational building, or a multipurpose space
(gymnasium).
There is outdoor and/or multipurpose (gymnasium) space
consisting of:
X
No less than the equivalent of 90' X 100' outdoor and
/or multipurpose space (gymnasium) for a facility with a
capacity of 40 or less.
No less than the equivalent of 90' X 100' hardtop area
and 260 X 260' field area and/or multipurpose space
(gymnasium) for a camp with a capacity of more than X
40, and a juvenile hall with a capacity between 41 to
100 minors.
No less than the equivalent of two 90' X 100' hardtop
area and 260 X 260' field area and/or multipurpose
space (gymnasium) for a camp with a capacity of more X
than 40 and a juvenile hall with a capacity in excess of
101 minors.
Lighting is adequate for security and evening recreational
X
activities in camps.
STORAGE SPACE (JH, SPJH & CAMP)
X
Each minor is provided 9 cubic feet of secure storage space
for personal clothing and belongings.
Camps shall have adequate space (12 square feet of floor
area is recommended) for bulk and activity storage X
equipment.
MULTIPURPOSE SPACE OR ROOM (SPJH)
There is a multipurpose space or room that provides space
X
for reception, dining, recreation, exercise and/or education.
This room contains a minimum of:
30 square feet of clear floor space per minor in the
X
room;
10 feet by 20 feet floor dimensions; and, X
1600 cubic feet of air space with a minimum ceiling
X
height of eight feet.
SPECIAL PURPOSE JH EXEMPTIONS
SPJHs are exempt from the following Pre-1998 Title 15
regulations:
X
Section 4272(b) Medical exam rooms
Section 4272(m) Academic classrooms
Section 4272(n) Dining space
Section 4272(o) Physical activities space
*Regulations on this checklist are from the Pre-1998 Title 15 Sections 4272/4315.3(Juvenile Halls & Special Purpose Juvenile Halls) and 4323 (Camps & Ranches).
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JUVENILE HALLS, SPECIAL PURPOSE HALLS AND CAMPS
LIVING AREA SPACE EVALUATION
Board of State and Community Corrections Inspection
BSCC Code: 7346
FACILITY: Wellington Smith Jr. Juvenile Hall TYPE: JH RC: 84
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Lisa Southwell DATE: January 30, 2018
ROOMS EACH ROOM
Each Room Size (L x W x H) FIXTURES*
Unit #
Room Applicable # RC Total or T U W F S COMMENTS
Designatio Room
Type Standards Beds RC Square/Cubic
n s
Feet
D-2 Dorm Pre 1996 1 10 10 10 36 x 32 x 10.5 2 2 1 2 Less 60 sq. feet for irregular shape.
Less 60 sq. feet for irregular shape.
Common Dining Area 25.5 x 18 x 12. This
D-1 Dorm Pre 1996 1 20 20 20 35.5 x 54 x 10.5 2 1 4 1 4
space has been converted into a recreation
room.
17 Dry rooms and 5 wet rooms. Plumbing
A Single Pre 1996 22 1 1 22 4 4 5 1 6
fixtures located in shower/bathroom area on unit.
20 Dry rooms and 4 wet rooms. Plumbing
B Single Pre 1996 24 1 1 24 3 5 6 1 6
fixtures located in shower/bathroom area on unit.
20 Dry rooms and 4 wet rooms. Plumbing
C Single Pre 1996 26 1 1 26 3 4 6 1 6
fixtures located in shower/bathroom area on unit.
Plumbing fixtures located in shower/bathroom
E Dorm 1998 1 12 12 12 625 sf; 8’3” ceiling 2 1 2 1 2 area on unit. Closed due to staffing issues and
reopened in 2008 as part of suitability plan.
Fountain, Shower and toilet are available in the
Holding Single Pre-1998 2 1 1 (2)
booking area.
Historical Notes: Units A, B and C were under a Suitability Plan with an expanded capacity of 32 beginning October 1, 2007. During the 2008-2010 cycle a
suitability self-cap was initiated limiting beds to 30 in units B and C. The Suitability Plan concluded in February 2012 and rated capacities returned to earlier levels.
Units reopened after repairs to earthquake completed
2012-14 Inspection: Units D-1 and E were unoccupied and were not inspected.
2014-2016 Inspection: RC remains the same.
2016-2018 Inspection: Dorm D-1 and D-2 Deleted due to current construction of New JH. RC changed to reflect current RC. Current RC: 84
*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.
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Board of State and Community Corrections
PROCEDURES CHECKLIST
BSCC Code:7350
FACILITY NAME: FACILITY TYPE:
Monterey County Youth Center (MYC) Juvenile Camp
PERSON(S) INTERVIEWED:
Jennifer Butz; Probation Director, Marla Mendoza; Probation Services Manager, Kelly Molton; Monterey County Children’s
Behavioral Health, Monica Dacpano, Supervising Nurse, Natividad Medical Group, Chris Devers, Senior Director, Monterey
County Office of Education, Alternative Education Programs, Various Staff and 4 Youth, ages 16-18.
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: DATE:
Lisa Southwell January 31, 2018
TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS
1313 COUNTY INSPECTION AND EVALUATION OF Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
BUILDING AND GROUNDS Procedure Section 1.3.4.7: Required Annual
Inspections
(A) County Building Inspection by agency designated by
the Board of Supervisors to approve building safety; The Monterey County Youth Center was
inspected by Lewis Fiore, Building Inspector
X
Supervisor, Monterey County Resource
Management Agency on 04/12/17.
The facility was found suitable for housing
youth.
(B) Fire authority having jurisdiction, including a fire Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
clearance as required by Health and Safety Code Section Procedure Section 1.3.4.7: Required Annual
13146.1 (a) and (b); Inspections
The original fire inspection was held in January
2018. The facility did not pass. A recheck was
completed by Jose Garcia of the Salinas Fire
Department, Bureau of Fire Prevention, on
04/10/18.
Fire clearance was granted.
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(C) Local health officer, inspection in accordance with Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Health and Safety Code Section 101045; Procedure Section 1.3.4.7: Required Annual
Inspections
Medical, Mental Health:
Alegria Tuazon, RN completed the inspection
on 03/23/2017. There were no corrective
actions noted.
Nutrition:
X
Jocelyn Mendoza, RD, CLE completed the
inspection on 02/24/2017. There were no
corrective actions noted.
Environmental:
Ifeoma Okolie, R.E.H.S III, Completed the
inspection on 2/23/2017. There were no
corrective actions noted.
(D) County superintendent of schools on the adequacy of Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
educational services and facilities as required in Section Procedure Section 1.3.4.7: Required Annual
1370; Inspections
Chandalee Wood; Senior Director, Monterey
X
County Office of Education, Alternative
Education Programs, completed the facility
Education Program Review and Evaluation on
02/24/2017. There were no corrective actions
noted.
(E) Juvenile court as required by Section 209 of the Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Welfare and Institutions Code Procedure Section 1.3.4.7: Required Annual
Inspections
NA
No formal report received however, Judge
Roberts walked the facility with the Juvenile
Justice Commission in March 2017.
(F) Juvenile Justice Commission as required by Section Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
229 of the Welfare and Institutions Code or Probation Procedure Section 1.3.4.7: Required Annual
Commission as required by Section 240 of the Welfare and Inspections
Institutions Code.
X Commissioner Steve Vagnini inspected the
Monterey County Youth Center on 03/03/2017.
All areas were found to be satisfactory and
there were no areas of non-compliance
1320 APPOINTMENT AND QUALIFICATIONS Letter received from Chief Probation Officer
Parsons dated January 18,2018.
The Facility Administrator (CPO) has submitted a letter
certifying that each employee has been appointed and are
qualified pursuant to the requirements of this regulation.
X
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The facility adheres to the minimum standards for the Letter received from Chief Probation Officer
selection and training requirements in PC 6035 (STC Parsons dated January 18,2018.
compliant) as well as ensures a medical, psychological and
X
records check are completed. Contract employees,
volunteers and other non-employees shall also have
appropriate qualifications and clearance.
1321 STAFFING I reviewed schedules, staffing lists and other
documentation to determine staffing numbers
a) There are an adequate number of personnel to carry on each shift, adequacy of staff on each shift,
out the facility program, to provide for safety and their training and gender. I reviewed training
security of minors and staff and meet established
records, security check logs, incident reports,
standards and regulations.
youth files and a plethora of additional
documentation to ensure that all required
tasks were completed.
Average population since the cycle began has
been between 16 and 41 youth. The facility is
budgeted for 2 managers, 4 supervisors and
30-line staff. The facility also uses recurrent
staff which are part time, on call and as-
needed. At the time of inspection, 2-line level
staff positions were vacant due to recent
X
promotions. Line level staff ratios were high,
exceeding the 1 to 10 minimum standard.
Documentation reviewed showed supervisors
present on shift for the supervision of staff,
that minimum staffing ratios were routinely
exceeded, and the facility has adequate
staffing to carry out the facility program. All
staff are assigned by unit and have completed
CORE.
There was always a minimum of 2 staff on
duty and always a male and female. Facility
staffing numbers are based on populations in
the unit as well as the needs of the facility
and/or any special needs that may exist.
b) There is sufficient staff to ensure that no required Based on documentation reviewed, the facility
X
service is denied. appears to have adequate staffing.
c) There is a sufficient number of supervisory level staff to Probation Directors are responsible for the
ensure adequate supervision of all staff members. overall operations of the facility. Authorities are
delegated to Supervisors who oversee the day
to day operation of the facility, including the
requirement to staff the facility appropriately.
There are supervisors assigned or in their
absence, senior officers assigned and working
X 24 hours a day. Senior officers working in the
place of supervisors, have supervisory powers
while tasked in that role. In some cases, a
supervisor or senior level officer are not
available. In this case, an “Officer in Charge” is
selected and is generally the most experienced
on duty. This person has supervisor
expectations while in charge.
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d) There is a clearly identified person on duty who is All facility child supervision staff and managers
responsible for all the operations and activities and has have been CORE and PC832 trained within
X
completed the Juvenile Corrections Officer Core one year of being hired.
Course and PC 832 training.
There is as least one staff member present on each living Youth are never left alone anywhere in the
X
unit whenever there are minor(s) in the unit. facility.
e) The facility has sufficient food services personnel Food Services are provided in house by
relative to the number and security of units including Probation employed cooks.
staff to plan menus, provide kitchen supervision, direct
food preparation, train staff and maintain records. Both MYC and the juvenile hall receive their
food service from the MYC. All food
X
preparation occurs at MYC and is then
transported to the Juvenile Hall. There is no
staff dually assigned to food service and to
child supervision at the same time.
f) The facility has administrative, clerical, recreational, Medical providers are provided through
medical dental, mental health building maintenance Natividad Medical Center. Medical providers
and other support staff for the efficient management of consist of onsite doctors, physician assistants
the facility, and to ensure that youth supervision staff and RN’s. Dental services are provided
are not diverted from supervising youth. through private contract and youth are taken
off site to providers for dental care.
Medical staff address the youth’s medical
needs. Nursing staff provide one on one
medical education for specific ailments that
the youth may have. Nursing is on site during
the AM shift, respond from JH during the PM
shift for med pass and emergencies and by
phone after hours.
Behavioral health services are provided by
Monterey County Department of Behavior
Health. For most of the cycle, staffing
consisted of 4 staff; however, due to a
decrease in facility population, staffing has
since been decreased to 2, who are onsite
X
Monday-Friday between 8am and 7pm.
Monterey County Crisis Mental Health
services are utilized on the weekend and after
hours and the Program Supervisor is available
24 hours a day to administration for
consultation.
Behavioral health staff provide individual,
group and family therapy and focus on
consultations, crisis management, discharge
planning and training the youth in decision
making skills.
The facility has adequate ancillary staff that
handle all other aspects of the facility. There
are no dually assigned staff. Supervision staff
are the only persons responsible for the youth
always. While in school, the youth are
monitored by facility supervision staff in the
classrooms.
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g) There is sufficient youth supervision staff to provide Based on documentation reviewed, staffing is
continuous wide-awake supervision of youth, subject to sufficient to provide adequate supervision.
X
temporary variations in staff assignments, to meet
special program needs.
Juvenile Halls (minimum youth-staff ratio): The facility is not a Juvenile Hall. The
remainder of this section (B-E) has been
a) During hours that youth are awake, one wide-awake NA NA deleted as non-applicable.
youth supervision staff member is on duty for each
10 youth in detention.
Special Purpose Juvenile Halls (minimum youth-staff The facility is not a Special Purpose Juvenile
ratio): Hall. The remainder of this section (B-E) has
a) During hours that youth are awake, one wide-awake been deleted as non-applicable.
NA NA
youth supervision staff member is on duty for each 10 youth
in detention.
Camps (minimum youth -staff ratio): Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 2.3.3: Staffing
a) During the hours when youth are awake, there is a Requirements
X
minimum of one wide-awake youth supervision staff
member on duty for each 15 youth in the camp Facility Compliant
population.
b) During the hours when youth are confined to their bunk Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
for the purpose of sleeping, at least one wide-awake Procedure Section 2.3.4: Staffing
youth supervision staff member is on duty for each 30- X Requirements
youth present in the facility.
Facility Compliant
c) At least two wide-awake youth supervision staff Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
members are on duty at all times regardless of the Procedure Section 2.3.1: Staffing
number of youth in residence, unless there have been X Requirements
arrangements made for backup support services which
allow for immediate response to emergencies. Facility Compliant
d) At least one youth supervision staff member is on duty Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
who is the same gender as youth who are housed in Procedure Section 2.3.2: Staffing
the facility. Requirements
X
MYC houses only male staff. There are always
males present and on duty.
Facility Compliant
e) Personnel with primary responsibility for other duties Staff are either non-sworn or sworn. Non-
such as administration, supervision of personnel, Sworn staff do not have youth supervision
academic or trade instruction, clerical, kitchen or X roles.
maintenance shall not be classified as youth
supervision staff positions.
f) In addition to the minimum staff to youth ratio required Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
above, consideration has been given to the size, Procedure Section 2.3.5: Staffing
design, and location of the camp; types of offenders Requirements
committed to the camp; and the function of the camp in
determining the level of supervision necessary to The Facility Director monitors the activity and
maintain the safety and welfare of youth and staff. tone of the facility. If additional staff are
necessary, the facility director will approve as
X necessary.
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1322 YOUTH SUPERVISION STAFF ORIENTATION Letter received from Chief Probation Officer
AND TRAINING Parsons dated January 18,2018.
CPO certification letter has been received and addresses
the elements of Section 1320).
X
a) Prior to assuming any responsibilities each staff Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
member is properly oriented to his/her duties. Procedure Section 2.2.1: Staff Training
Both permanent and temporary staff are trained
in the same fashion. Upon hiring, staff are
provided with a basic and very limited overview
of the facility and program. They are
immediately placed into a more in-depth, 40-
hour training program.
X
b) Prior to assuming responsibility for the supervision of Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
youth, each youth supervision staff member receives a Procedure Section 2.2.1: Staff Training
minimum of 40 hours of facility-specific orientation.
Monterey County Probation provides a
comprehensive 40-hour training to include:
• Review of Policy and Procedure
• Supervision Techniques
X • Discipline and Basic Rights
• Health and Safety
• Use of Force
• Emergency Procedures
• Suicide Program
• Facility Operations
c) Prior to assuming primary responsibility for supervision Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
of youth, each youth supervision staff member Procedure Section 2.2.3: CORE Training
successfully completes the requirements of the X
Juvenile Corrections Officer Core Course pursuant to Staff are CORE trained prior to having primary
PC 6035. supervision.
d) Prior to exercising the powers of a peace officer, staff Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
shall complete PC 830 training. Procedure Section 9.7.6: Approved Defensive
X Techniques -Chemical Weapon
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1323 FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 2.2.1.6: Emergency and
Whenever there is youth in the facility, there is at least one Safety Procedures
wide-awake person on duty at all times who meets the
X
training standards established by the Board of State and Staff are trained in fire and life safety during the
Community Corrections for general fire and life safety and initial 40-hour orientation
who is also trained in procedures that relate specifically to
the facility.
1324 POLICY AND PROCEDURES MANUAL Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Manual Sections:
(A) There is a policy and procedures manual that, at a X
minimum, addresses all regulations that are applicable to 1.3.4: Youth Center Policy and Procedures
the facility. Manual
(B) The manual is available to and reviewed by all 1.3.4.1: Youth Center Updates
X
employees 1.3.4.3: Distribution of the Youth Center Manual
(C) The manual is administratively reviewed at a minimum
X
every two years and updated as necessary. The Youth Center’s manual is specific to their
(D) The records relating to the standards and requirements facility operations. The facility manager reviews
set forth in these regulations are accessible to the Board of and updates the policy manual annually to
State and Community Corrections. ensure that all changes are captured. All staff
review policy as part of their initial training and
are also expected to review the policy as
changes are made. The facility keeps a Master
Copy. Chief Parsons confirmed the last review
of the MYC manual was completed in January
2018.
Technical assistance provided suggesting that
the manual format be revised as headers are
not clear in many sections. Suggestion made
to ensure clarity.
X
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The manual includes: Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Table of organization, including channels of Procedure Section 2.1: Staff Titles and
communications and description of job classifications; Responsibilities
Each chapter has a table of contents. Chain of
Command dictates communication lines. Staff
titles and responsibilities are as follows:
• Probation Division Director
• Probation Services Manager
• Juvenile Institutions Supervisor
• Senior Juvenile Institutions Officer
• Juvenile Institutions Officer I and II
• Secretarial Assistant
• Building Maintenance Worker
• Laundry Worker
• Contracted Services (Auxiliary Staff)
X • Medical
• Mental Health
• School
• Probation Aide
• Food Administrator
• Head Cook
• Senior Cook
a) Responsibility of the probation department, purpose of Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
programs, relationship to the juvenile court, the Procedure Sections:
Juvenile Justice/Delinquency Prevention Commission 1.2: Departmental Organization
or Probation Committee, probation staff, school 1.2.2: Juvenile Justice Commission
personnel and other agencies that are involved in 1.3.1 Youth Center Mission
juvenile facility programs; 1.3.2 Goals of the Institution
X
Titles and responsibilities of contracted staff
are also included in sections:
2.1.11.1 Medical
2.1.11.2 Mental Health
2.1.11.3 School
b) Responsibilities of all employees; Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X Procedure Section 2.1 Staff Titles and
Responsibilities.
c) Initial orientation and training program for employees; Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 2.2: Staff Training
X All staff, sworn and non-sworn are trained and
attend an initial training.
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d) Initial orientation, including safety and security issues, Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
for support staff, contract employees, school and Procedure Section 2.2.4.3: Staff Training
medical staff, program providers and volunteers;
All support/non-sworn staff attend an initial
orientation with the Probation Division
Director, Probation Services Manager or
X Juvenile Institution Supervisor or their
designee to address safety and security
practices, anti-discrimination policies and
general program guidelines. There is a formal,
documented guideline document that is
provided at training.
e) The maintenance of record keeping, statistics and MYC: 1.3.4.8 Maintenance of Records
communication systems to ensure: efficient operation of
the facility; care of minors; maintenance of minors’ Secretarial Assistants keep this information and
X
records; providing information to the court and those to report to outside entities as required
authorized by the court or by law, release of information
regarding youth;
f) Ethical responsibilities; Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X Procedure Sections 2.5.3.-2.5.4 and 2.6:
Employee Conduct Off Duty
g) A non-discrimination provision that provides that all Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
youth within the facility shall have fair and equal access Procedure Section 6.3.17
to all available services, placement, care, treatment, and
benefits, and provides that no person shall be subject to
discrimination or harassment on the basis of actual or
perceived race, ethnic group identification, ancestry, X
national origin, 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;
h) Storage and maintenance requirements for any Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
chemical agents used in the facility. Procedure Sections 9.8.4.8 Storage of OC and
X
9.8.4.9 Maintenance of OC
i) Establish procedures for collection of Medi-Cal eligibility Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
information and enrollment of eligible youth. Procedure Section 4.3.5.2.3: Medi-Cal Eligibility
X
All youth are signed up for Medi-Cal upon entry
and it carries with them though release.
1325 FIRE SAFETY PLAN Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 8.8.4: Fire Safety
The fire safety plan includes: X
a) A fire prevention plan as part of the manual policy and
procedure;
b) Monthly fire and life safety inspections by facility staff Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
with a two-year retention of the inspection record; Procedure Section 8.21.3: Safety/Security
Inspection
X
Documentation was organized and well
maintained.
c) Fire prevention inspections as required by HSC Fire clearance was granted on 04/10/2018
13146.1 (a) and (b).
X
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d) An evacuation plan; Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Sections 8.6: Evacuation of the
X Youth Center and 8.7: Emergency Evacuation
Evacuation maps were hung in each bay
e) Documented fire drills are conducted at least quarterly; Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 8.14: Disaster/Fire Drills
Technical assistance provided suggesting that
the full facility be thoroughly documented.
X
f) A written plan for the emergency housing of minors in Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
the case of fire; and, Procedure Section 8.7.1.2.2.9: Long Term
Evacuation
Information contained in the Emergency
X
Evacuation Plan- Fire Suppression Pre-Plan. If
the MYC must be evacuated, youth that could
be released, would be released to a parent or
guardian and those that cannot would be
transported to the Juvenile Hall.
g) Fire suppression pre-plan in cooperation with the local Completed with Jose Garcia from Salinas Fire
fire department. X Department.
1326 SECURITY REVIEW Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 9.5: Security Review
The facility administrator annually reviews, evaluates, and
documents security reviews. The review and evaluation The review was last completed on 01/19/2018.
address the internal and external security, including, but not
limited to: key control, security equipment and related
training.
X
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1327 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Sections
Emergency policies and procedures include but are not
limited to: escape, disturbances, and taking of hostages; • 8.20: Escape
civil disturbances; fire and natural disasters; periodic • 8.5: Unit Disturbances
testing of emergency equipment; storage, issue and use • 8.5.2.2: Hostages
of chemical agents, related security devices, and weapons • 8.8: Catastrophic Events Fire:
and ammunition, where applicable; emergency evacuation
• 8.11: Earthquake:
plans; and, an annual review of emergency procedures for
• 8.9: Bomb
all youth supervision staff.
• 8.6 and 8.7: Emergency evacuation
plans
• 9.8.4.8: Storage, issue and use of
X
chemical agents and related security
devices
• 7.15.1.2: Periodic Testing of
Emergency Equipment
• 8.13.1: An annual review of
emergency procedures for all youth
supervision staff
• 9.8.4.2: Weapons and ammunition
Director Butz self-certified that the last annual
review was conducted in April 2017.
1328 SAFETY CHECKS Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 9.3.10: Room/Bunk Checks
Direct visual observation of each youth at least every 15 and 9.3.11 Supervision Security Practices.
minutes when youth are asleep or in their rooms, confined
in holding cells or confined to their bed in a dormitory. All Documentation reviewed showed
safety checks shall be documented with the actual time the compliance with regulation and policy. Quality
check is completed. review is improved with supervisors reviewing
X
daily to ensure compliance.
Technical Assistance provided suggesting
administration review what is being written on
the log.
1329 SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Sections:
a) The facility has a comprehensive written suicide • 8.2: Suicide
X
prevention program developed by the health • 8.2.3: Suicide Prevention
administrator, mental health director and facility
administrator that includes, but is not limited to:
b) Suicide prevention training, which may include training Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
provided in accordance with Section 1322, Orientation Procedure Section 2.2.1: Initial Training
and Training and Standards and Training for
Corrections Regulations pursuant to Penal Code Staff are trained in suicide prevention as part of
6035. the initial training program. Additional training
occurs during CORE and during annual STC
training.
X
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c) Intake screening for suicide risk immediately upon Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
confinement and prior to housing assignment. Procedure Section 8.2.3: Suicide Prevention
Youth are transferred into the MYC directly
from JH. Prior to admission, the youth are
screened at the JH for suicide ideation or
tendency and their history for such is reviewed.
They are assessed with the MAYSI II. If a
youth is found to be at risk, they are not
X transferred to the MYC until cleared by mental
health staff.
Technical assistance provided to discuss
facility putting together a brief screening to call
their own. Currently, screening utilized relies
on information gained from the previous facility
staff. Encouraged additional screen as youth
may feel more inclined to report once outside of
the JH.
d) Provisions facilitating communication among arresting Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
officers, facility staff, family members, medical and Procedure Section 4.2.2: Housing
mental health personnel in relation to suicide risk.
Upon arrival, staff contact the youths parent or
X guardian to inquire about suicidal thoughts or
behaviors. Staff communicate with other staff
and facility partners if a youth is having any
issues. If a youth is found to be suicidal, he
will be returned to the Juvenile Hall.
e) Guidance on housing of youth at risk of suicide. Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 4.2.5: Suicide Watch and
8.2.3: Suicide Prevention
X
Youth with suicide risk or who are placed on
suicide precaution watch, are not housed at the
MYC. They are immediately transported to the
Juvenile Hall for clearance before returning.
f) Adequate supervision depending on level of suicide Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
risk. Procedure Section 4.2.5.1: Suicide Watch
Pending return to the JH, the youth is
constantly monitored by staff with direct
X
observation. Youth is not left alone.
g) Suicide and suicide attempt intervention policies and Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
procedures. Procedure Section 4.2.5: Suicide Watch and
4.2.5.2 Suicide Watch Mental Health
Once back at JH, all youth are referred for an
assessment. Mental Health staff take the lead
X
on SEW youth. They will determine what is
appropriate based on risk and notify
Probation. Once on SEW, only mental health
staff may remove a youth from SEW status.
Once a youth is cleared, they can return to the
MYC.
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h) Provisions for reporting suicides and suicide attempts Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 8.2.4: Suicide Prevention
X Staff complete an incident report and a copy
of the incident report with a request for
placement on Suicidal Emotional Watch
(SEW) accompanies the youth back to JH.
i) Critical incident debriefing. Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 7.20.4: Post Use Procedure
X
Medical program coordinator or designee
conducts debriefing as necessary.
1340 REPORTING OF LEGAL ACTIONS Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 1.3.4.6: Legal Reporting
The facility submits a letter of notification to the Board of
X
State and Community Corrections on each legal action There are no pending legal actions at MYC.
pertaining to conditions of confinement filed against person
or legal entities responsible for juvenile facility operation.
1341 DEATH AND SERIOUS ILLNESS OR INJURY OF Monterey County Juvenile Hall (MJH) Monterey
A MINOR WHILE DETAINED County Youth Center Policy and Procedure
Section 8.1.6.6 Death Notices
a) The administrator of the facility provides the Board of X
State and Community Corrections a copy of the death
in custody report that is submitted to the Attorney
General under Government Code Section 12525 within
10 days.
b) Written policy and procedures assure a medical and Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
operational review of each in-custody death. The Procedure Section 8.1.6.2: Review Team
review team includes the facility administrator and/or
X
the facility manager; the health administrator; the
responsible physician; and other health care and
supervision staff who were relevant to the incident
c) There are written policies and procedures for handling Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
deaths, suicide attempts, suicide prevention and Procedure Sections:
notification of the juvenile court and the parent,
guardian or person standing in loco parentis, in the 8.1: Death of Youth in Custody
event of a serious illness, injury or death. 8.1.5: Required Notifications
8.4: Serious Injury of Illness of a Youth
X
1342 POPULATION ACCOUNTING Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 2.18.3: Secretarial Assistant
Population and profile survey reports are submitted to the Duties
Board of State and Community Corrections within 10
working days after the end of each reporting period, in a
format provided by the Board. Reports are submitted to the BSCC as required
X
by the Administrative Secretary. Reports are
timely.
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1343 JUVENILE FACILITY CAPACITY MYC has not exceeded its maximum capacity
this cycle.
a) The number of youth detained in a living unit has X
exceeded its maximum capacity for more than 15
calendar days in a month since the previous inspection.
b) If required, the facility has submitted CARs/CCARs to
NA NA
BSCC since the last inspection (N/A if no to the above).
c) The facility is under an approved suitability plan (N/A if
NA NA
no to the above).
1350 ADMITTANCE PROCEDURES Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 4.3: Admittance
X
Written policies and procedures for admittance of youth Procedure/Admittance Rights
include the requirements of Sections 1324 and 1430.
In juvenile halls, youth are allowed access to a telephone,
in accordance with the provisions of Welfare and
Institutions Code Section 627 (two completed telephone NA NA
calls [parent/guardian and attorney] within an hour, at the
public expense).
The juvenile hall has established written criteria for
NA NA
detention.
The juvenile camp has included policies and procedures Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
that advise the youth of the estimated length of stay and Procedure Section 4.7
has developed program guidelines that include written
screening criteria for inclusion and exclusion from the X This information is contained in the youth’s
program. handbook and provides overview of the
program and the court commit. Facility staff
then explain further upon arrival.
Juvenile halls shall develop policies and procedures that Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
advise any committed youth of the estimated length of NA NA Procedure Section 4.3.5.2.7: Estimated Length
his/her stay. of Stay
1351 RELEASE PROCEDURES Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 4.7: Release Procedures
X
Written policies and procedures for release of youth in
custody provide for:
a) Verification of identity/release papers; Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X Procedure Section 4.1.1: Verification
b) Return of personal clothing and valuables; Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 4.7.2.2: Property
Youth are transferred to the MYC in JH
X
clothing. All personal clothing is returned to the
parent from the JH. Upon release, the youth’s
parent brings clothing and the JH clothing is
laundered and returned to the Juvenile Hall.
c) Notification to the minor’s parents or guardian; Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 4.7.1.1: Notification
X
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d) Notification to the facility health care provider in Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
accordance with Sections 1408 and 1437 of these Procedure Section 4.7.2.1.4: Required Notice
regulations, for coordination with outside agencies; and,
Medical staff are notified in advance of the
release as all youth are subject to an MDT prior
to release. Additionally, the facility supervisor
sends an email upon the release occurring.
X
Youth on medication are provided with a 30-
day supply which gives the parent enough time
to schedule a doctor appointment for continued
care. All youth, prior to release are referred for
Medi-Cal eligibility. Many youth are eligible
upon release.
e) Notification of school staff. Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 4.7.2.1.2: Required Notice
Education staff are notified in advance of the
release as all youth are subject to an MDT prior
X to release. Additionally, the facility supervisor
sends an email upon the release occurring.
School staff work to provide an educational
transition plan to assist the youth in returning to
their home school.
f) Notification of facility mental health personnel. Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 4.7.2.1.3: Required Notice
Mental Health staff are notified in advance of
X
the release as all youth are subject to an MDT
prior to release. Additionally, the facility
supervisor sends an email upon the release
occurring.
g) There are written policy and procedures for furlough of Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
minors from custody. Procedure Section 4.5: Furloughs
X
Furloughs are not allowed while in the Youth
Center.
1352 CLASSIFICATION Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 4.2: Housing
Written policies and procedures on classification of youth X
for the purpose of determining housing placement in the
facility provide for:
a) The safety of the youth, facility staff, and the public by Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
placing youth in the appropriate, least restrictive Procedure Section 4.2.1: Housing (To include
housing and program settings and housing X 4.2.1-4.2.4)
assignments consider the need for single, double, or
dormitory assignment; Youth committed to the MYC by the court and
b) Consideration of facility populations and physical all intake work is done in advance of entry. This
design of the facility; allows for camp staff to prepare for a youth and
to ensure classification is reviewed in advance
Youth are assigned to group bays. Supervisors
X
track the classification of the bay and work to
classify each youth based on his age, maturity,
stability, program needs etc.
c) Classification of a youth upon admittance to the facility; X Youth are classified by the on-duty Supervisor
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d) Periodic classification reviews. or Officer in Charge at the time of entrance and
reviews are completed no less than once a
month.
X Technical assistance provided and discussed
the need for more formalized process and for
consistent periodic classification review. Upon
review of additional documentation, this issue
was addressed and corrected.
e) Provide that facility staff shall not separate youth from Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
the general population or assign youth to a single Procedure Section 6.3.17: Youth Rights
occupancy room based solely on the youth's actual or
perceived race, ethnic group identification, ancestry,
national origin, color, religion, gender, sexual
orientation, gender identity, gender expression, mental X
or physical disability, or HIV status. (This section does
not prohibit staff from placing youth in a single
occupancy room at the youth's specific request or in
accordance with title 15 regulations regarding
separation).
1353 ORIENTATION Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 6.4: Resident Notification of
Written policies and procedures require an orientation for Rules, Rights and Discipline and 6.4.1: Prior to
youth prior to placement in a living area. Both written and Placement in Bay
verbal information are provided. Provisions are made to
X
provide accessible orientation information to all detained Resident handbook last updated 1/10/18.
youth including those with disabilities, limited English
proficiency, or limited literacy. The orientation includes: Technical assistance provided discussing
consistency. Issues discussed and
addressed.
a) Facility rules and disciplinary procedures; X
b) Grievance procedures; X
c) Access to legal services; X
d) Access to health care services; X
e) Access to counseling services; X
f) Access to religious services; X
g) Access to educational services; X
h) Information on the court process; X
i) Housing assignments; X
j) Availability of personal care items and opportunity for
X
personal hygiene;
k) Correspondence, visiting and telephone use; X
l) Availability of reading materials, programs, and
X
activities;
m) Use of restraints and chemical agents; X
n) Use of force; X
o) Emergency and evacuation procedures. X
p) Non-discrimination policy.
X
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1354 SEPARATION Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 4.2.4: Special Supervision
There are written policies and procedures for the separation Residents
of youth for reasons that include, but are not limited to,
medical and mental health conditions, assaultive behavior, Any youth that needs to be separated for long
disciplinary consequences and protective custody. term or to be isolated must be returned to JH.
MYC does not have the capabilities to house
youth separately.
X
If a youth needs space, he can be separated by
proximity and remain in the program. If he
needs a time out, there are spaces within the
facility that the youth can go to and cool off. If
the youth needs more than a time out or if a
youth needs to be separated for any other
reason, they are returned to the Juvenile Hall.,
Youth who are separated are not denied normal privileges
available at the facility, except to accomplish the objectives NA NA
of the segregation.
When the objective of the separation is discipline, Title 15,
NA NA
Section 1390 shall apply.
A daily review of separated youth to determine whether
separation remains necessary. NA NA
1355 INSTITUTIONAL ASSESSMENT AND PLAN Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
(A) Written policies and procedures require that Procedure Section 4.5: Assessment and Plan
assessments and plans be developed within 40 and includes the below sections:
days after admission, for youth who are held for a
period of 30 days or more. The assessment and • 4.5.1.1
plan shall be documented. • 4.5.1.2.1
• 4.5.1.2.2
• 4.5.1.2.3
X • 4.5.1.2.4
• 4.5.1.2.5
MYC youth are assessed with the Ohio Youth
Assessment System Tool. Every youth
assigned to the MYC, is assigned to a
probation officer/counselor, a mental health
counselor and a bay counselor. These, along
with facility medical staff make up the treatment
1) The assessment is a statement of the minor’s team. This group determine as a team, what
problems, which includes: the youth’s program will consist of and it is then
2) Identification of substance abuse history, X up to the youth to complete the programs that
education, vocational, counseling, and family he is assigned to.
reunification needs.
The team is responsible to complete the
(B) The institutional plan for adjudicated and pre-
assessment and plan and for the periodic
adjudicated minors includes written documentation
review.
that provides for: X
1) Objectives and time frames for the resolution of
At inspection, we found inconsistencies in the
problems identified in the assessment; and,
documentation; however, upon subsequent
2) A plan for meeting the objectives that includes a
review of additional documentation, the issue
description of program resources needed and
was corrected.
individuals responsible for assuring that the plan is
X
implemented.
Documentation was thorough and timely.
Suggested adding in documentation verbiage
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(C) Subsequent to adjudication, the institution plan that process is completed with youth Transition
documents: plans viewed were minimal however, present.
1) Periodic evaluation of progress towards meeting X
the objectives, including periodic review and
discussion of the plan with the youth;
2) A transition or aftercare plan, subject to existing
resources, that is completed prior to the minor X
being released; and,
3) Contact with the Regional Center for the
Developmentally Disabled, pursuant to Section
X
1413.
1356 COUNSELING AND CASEWORK SERVICES Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 4.6: Casework and
Counseling Services and includes the following
Written policies and procedures ensure appropriate sections
counseling and casework services for all youth. Policies
and procedures include: Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
a) Assisting with personal problems or needs that may Procedure Section 4.6.1
arise; X
Each youth is assigned a Caseload
Officer/Counselor and a Behavior Health
Specialist. These staff are responsible for the
youth and assist with their personal issues and
address any other issues the youth may have
including their casework issues throughout their
stay.
b) Assisting the youth requesting contact with parents, Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
attorney, clergyman, probation officer, or other public Procedure Section 4.6.1.1
official; and, X
Facility staff or the youth’s casework counselor
may assist in these areas.
c) Providing services as appropriate to the population Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
housed in the facility, and may include: substance Procedure Section 4.6.1.2
abuse, family crisis and reunification, counseling, public X
health and mental health services. Facility administrators ensure programming
occurs consistent with regulatory expectations.
1357 USE OF FORCE Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Sections 9.7: Use of Force and 9.8:
There are written policies and procedures for the use of Use of OC
force, which may include chemical agents.
Facility has a UOF policy that is specific to the
MYC and complies with regulation.
X
OC spray is authorized as a force option.
28 UOF incidents occurred in the first year of
the cycle per staff. Those reviewed were well
documented and consistent with policy.
Policy indicates that force is not applied as punishment, Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
discipline, or treatment. Procedure Section 9.7.4: Prohibitions
There are policy statements that: Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
a) Define the term “force” and address the escalation and Procedure Section 9.7.1: Use of Force and
appropriate level of force, emphasizing the need to 9.7.2: Limitations
X
avoid the use of force whenever possible and using
only that force necessary to ensure the safety of minors
and others;
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b) Describe the requirements for staff to report the use of Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
force and to take action to stop the inappropriate use of Procedure Section 9.7.5.2: Use of Force
force;
X
c) Define the role, notification, and follow up procedures of Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
medical and mental health staff concerning the use of Procedure Sections 9.7.7 and 9.7.7.1 Use of
force; and X Force
d) Define the training that shall be provided and required Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
for the use of force. Such training shall include, but not Procedure Sections: 9.7.6: Approved
be limited to, known medical conditions that would Defensive Techniques, 9.8.3.6:
contraindicate certain types of force; acceptable Contraindicates, 9.8.4: Aftercare and 9.8.3:
chemical agents; methods of application; signs or X Procedures/Cautions for Use of OC Spray
symptoms that should result in immediate referral to
medical or mental health staff; and, requirements of
the decontamination of chemical agents, if such Staff are trained in UOF in initial orientation, in
agents are utilized. CORE and in refresher training courses.
Policies and procedures address: Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
a) The types, levels, and application of force; Procedure Sections 9.7: Use of Force, 9.8: Use
documentation of the use of force; a grievance of OC, 9.7.6: Approved Defensive Tactics and
X
procedure; a system for investigation of the use of force 9.7.5.3: Improper Force
and administrative review; and discipline for the
improper use of force;
b) The specific use of physical, chemical agent, lethal, and Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
non-lethal force that may, or may not, be used in the Procedure Section 9.7 Use of Force and 9.8
X
facility; Use of OC
c) The limitations regarding the use of force on pregnant Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
youth in accordance with Penal Code Section 6030(f) Procedure Section Not applicable. There are
X
and Welfare and Institutions Code Section 222; and, no females in the Youth Center
d) A standardized format, time period, and procedure for Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
reporting the use of force, including the reporting Procedure Section 9.7.5.1 Reporting
requirements of management and line staff. Requirements
X Reports must be completed by the end of shift
and submitted to the supervisor on duty.
All UOF reports are reviewed by supervisors
and facility administration.
1358 USE OF PHYSICAL RESTRAINTS Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Note: The provisions of this regulation do not apply to Procedure Section 9.9 Use of Restraints
the use of handcuffs, shackles or other restraint
devices when used to restrain youth for movement or MYC has not used restraints on youth for this
transportation. X purpose this cycle. If a youth must be
restrained, he will be transported back to the
Written policies and procedures govern the use of restraint Juvenile Hall as soon as safe to do so and will
devices. The policies address: be checked by medical and mental health at
that time.
a) known medical conditions that would contraindicate Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
certain restraint devices and/or techniques; Procedure Section 9.9.2
b) acceptable restraint devices; Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
Procedure Section 9.9.4
c) signs or symptoms which should result in immediate Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
medical/mental health referral; Procedure Section 9.9.7.1
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d) availability of cardiopulmonary resuscitation equipment; Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
Procedure Section 9.9.8
e) protective housing of restrained youth; Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
Procedure Section 9.9.7
f) provision for hydration and sanitation needs; Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
Procedure Section 9.9.7.3
g) exercising of extremities. Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
Procedure Section 9.9.7.2
Physical restraints are utilized only when it appears less Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
restrictive alternatives would be ineffective in controlling the X Procedure Section 9.9.2.1
disordered behavior.
Restraints are used only for those youth who present an Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
immediate danger to themselves or others, who exhibit Procedure Section 9.9.3
behavior that results in the destruction of property or
X
reveals the intent to cause self-inflicted physical harm. The
circumstances leading to the use of restraints are
documented.
Youth are placed in restraints only with the approval of the Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
facility manager or designee. The facility manager may Procedure Section 9.9.5
X
delegate authority to place a minor in restraints to a
physician.
Reasons for continued retention in restraints are reviewed Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
and documented a minimum of every hour. Procedure Section 9.9.6.2.3
A medical opinion on the safety of placement and retention Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
is secured as soon as possible, but no later than two hours Procedure Section 9.9.6.2.1
from the time of placement. The youth is medically cleared X
for continued retention at least every three hours after the
initial medical opinion.
A mental health consultation to assess the need for mental Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
health treatment is secured as soon as possible, but in no X Procedure Section 9.9.6.2.2
case longer than four hours from the time of placement.
Continuous direct visual supervision is conducted and Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
documented to ensure that the restraints are properly X Procedure Section 9.9.7
employed and to ensure the well-being of the youth.
Observations of the youth’s behavior and any staff
interventions are documented at least every 15 minutes, X
with actual time recorded.
All youth in restraint devices are housed alone or in a
specified housing area for restrained minors, with X
provisions to protect the minor from abuse.
Restraints are not used as punishment, discipline, or as a Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
substitute for treatment. The affixing of hands and feet X Procedure Section 9.9.9.4
together behind the back (hog-tying) is prohibited.
The use of restraints on pregnant minors is limited in All youth in the MYC are males. This policy
accordance with Penal Code Section 6030(f) and Welfare NA NA section does not apply.
and Institutions Code Section 222.
1359 SAFETY ROOM PROCEDURES The Monterey County Youth Center does not
have a safety room. The remainder of the
Written policies and procedures govern the use of safety regulation has been deleted.
rooms, as described in Title 24, Part 2, Section 460A.1.13.
X
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1360 SEARCHES Monterey County Juvenile Hall (MJH) Monterey
County Youth Center Policy and Procedure
Written policies and procedures govern the search of youth, Sections 9.2: Resident Searches, 9.2.2.5:
the facility, and visitors. Visitor Search and 9.3.4: Bay Inspections and
Searches
MYC youth are subject to shake out searches,
pat down search, strip searches and visual
X body cavity searches. Any search that involves
a strip search or a visual cavity search requires
the search be conducted by a staff member
that is the same gender as the youth and must
be approved by supervisory staff in advance.
Technical assistance provided and discussion
regarding the need for search policy update for
transgender or intersex youth.
Searches are conducted to insure the safety and security of Monterey County Juvenile Hall (MJH) Monterey
the facility and to provide for the safety and security of the County Youth Center Policy and Procedure
X
public, visitors, youth, and staff. Section 9.2 Resident Searches
Searches are not conducted for harassment or as a form of Monterey County Juvenile Hall (MJH) Monterey
discipline or punishment. Searches are conducted in a County Youth Center Policy and Procedure
X
manner that preserves privacy and dignity of the person Section 9.2.1: Resident Searches
being searched.
Written procedures address each of the following: Monterey County Juvenile Hall (MJH) Monterey
X
a) Intake searches County Youth Center Policy and Procedure
b) Searching youth who are returning from activities Sections 9.2: Resident Searches, 9.2.2.5:
outside of the living unit, court, another facility, or X Visitor Search and 9.3.4: Bay Inspections and
visiting; Searches
c) Facility searches; X
d) Searches of visitors; and, X
e) Cross-gender supervision of searches. X
1361 GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Sections 6.6: Fair Discipline and 6.7:
There are written policies and procedures allowing any Grievance Procedure, 6.8: Non- Grievable
youth to appeal and have grievances resolved relating to Issues and 6.9: Resident Grievance Procedure
any condition of confinement.
Reviewed 15 grievances that span the year.
Noted that the supervisory response in several
grievances was not consistent with regulation
expectations for one specific supervisor.
Technical assistance provided regarding this
issue and it was noted that this person has
X since retired. All other grievances reviewed
were handled appropriately and in a timely
manner. Also discussed the removal of the
term “non-grievable” items in policy as all things
have some level of nexus to condition of
confinement and its better to allow youth to
exercise their rights accordingly.
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The policies and procedures include: Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
a) A grievance form and instructions that include Procedure Section 6.7.1: Grievance Procedure
provisions for the youth to have free access to the form;
X
b) The option for youth to confidentially file the grievance Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
or deliver the form to any youth care supervision staff Procedure Section 6.9: Resident Grievance
working in the facility. Procedure
X
Each bay has a confidential grievance box that
the youth know they may file their grievances
in.
c) Resolution of the grievance at the lowest appropriate Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
staff level; Procedure Section 6.9: Resident Grievance
Procedure
Youth can provide the grievance to the involved
X
staff for resolution or file in the box. In most
cases, informal attempts have been made to
resolve the issue and as no resolution can be
reached, the youth file the grievance in the box
as they know that supervisors check the box.
d) Provision for a prompt review and response to Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
grievances within a specified time limit; X Procedure Section 6.9.1.2: Formal Grievance
Filed with Bay Staff
e) Youth may elect to be present to explain their version of Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
the grievance to a person not directly involved in the Procedure Section 6.9.2.1: Level II: Grievance
X
circumstances that led to the grievance. Forwarded to Supervisor for Review and
Finding
f) Provision for a staff representative approved by the Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
facility administrator to assist the youth. Procedure Section 6.9.2.1: Level II: Grievance
X
Forwarded to Supervisor for Review and
Finding
g) Provision for a written response to the grievance which Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
includes the reasons for the decisions; Procedure Section6.9.2.2: Level II: Grievance
X
Forwarded to Supervisor for Review and
Finding
h) A system which provides that any appeal of a Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
grievance shall be heard by a person not directly Procedure Section 6.9.2.2: Level III:
X
involved in the circumstances which led to the Administrative Review
grievance; and,
Concerns of parent, guardians, staff or other parties are Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
addressed and documented within a specified time frame, Procedure Section 6.7: Grievance Procedure
whether or not those concerns are associated with a
grievance. If a member of the public wish to file a
grievance, they can access the form on line or
receive a hard copy in the facility lobby.
X
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1362 REPORTING OF INCIDENTS A myriad of incident reports was reviewed
throughout the process of the inspection.
A written report of all incidents, which resulted in physical Incident Reports (IR) were written consistent
harm, serious threat of physical harm, or death to an with regulation however, IR’s are written for just
employee or a youth of a juvenile facility, or other person(s), about every incident that occurs in the facility
is maintained. Such written records are prepared by staff that is outside of general operations. Staff
and submitted to the facility manager by the end of the shift. submits these reports prior to the end of the
shift unless previous approvals have been
X
arranged.
1363 USE OF REASONABLE FORCE TO COLLECT Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
DNA SPECIMENS, SAMPLES, IMPRESSIONS Procedure Section 9.3: Collecting DNA
Pursuant to Penal Code Section 298.1, policy and No DNA samples are collected at the MYC. If a
procedures describe the use reasonable force to collect youth is required to submit a DNA sample, he
DNA samples from individuals who are required to provide is returned to the MJH to have his sample
such samples, specimens or impressions pursuant to NA NA completed.
Penal Code Section 296 and who refuse following written
or oral request. Youth will always be given the opportunity to
submit to DNA sampling voluntarily. Use of
Force may only be used as a last effort for
compliance. The JH has not used force to
collect DNA this cycle.
Policy and procedures address:
a) Documentation of efforts to secure voluntary
compliance, including an advisement of the legal NA NA
obligation to provide the requisite specimen, sample
or impression and the consequences of refusal.
b) Documentation of supervisory knowledge of the above
NA NA
and authorization to use force.
c) If the use of reasonable force includes cell extraction,
the extraction shall be videotaped and retained by the
NA NA
department. (Consult with County Counsel regarding
statutes applicable to your department.)
1370 EDUCATION PROGRAM The facility has a full complement of teaching
staff. They include:
The County Board of Education provides for the
administration and operation of juvenile court schools in • 2 General Education Teachers
conjunction with the Chief Probation Officer or designee. • 2 Para-professional assistants
Policies and procedures ensure communication and • .5 Special Education Teachers
coordination between educators and probation staff.
Youth can be dually enrolled in both the high
school and the local community college for
X
community college courses and credit.
Currently, youth are taking a media course.
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Facility Manager shall request an annual review of the The annual education evaluation was
education program by the superintendent of schools. This completed by Chandalee Wood, Senior
annual review of each required element of the program Director, Alternative Education Programs for
from the Superintendent of Schools has been received Monterey County Office of Education on
along with a report or review checklist on compliance, 02/24/2017. There were no deficiencies or
deficiencies, and corrective action needed to achieve noncompliance issues found at either site.
X
compliance. This review cannot be delegated to the site
principal or other site staff member. It can however be (All notations in the yes/no category is a result
contracted to a qualified outside agency. Upon completion, of the named inspection)
the facility manager will review each item with the person
designated by the school and take any corrective action as
needed
General Education Development preparation shall be made This is now the HISET.
X
available to all eligible youth.
Supplemental instruction shall be afforded to youth who do The CAHSEE is no longer a requirement.
not demonstrate sufficient progress towards passing the X
CAHSEE as set forth in the ED Code.
The facility school program complies with the State The education program provides a 260-minute
Education Code (Note: The Education Code currently school day.
requires a 240-minute school day.) Youth are delivered to X
their educational program so as not to interfere with the
time afforded the minimum instruction day.
School discipline is integrated into the facility’s overall
behavioral management plan, with school staff advised of
X
administrative decisions that may affect the educational
programming.
Expulsion/suspension follows the due process safeguards
in the education code, including the rights of students with X
special needs.
Policies and procedures address the rights of any student
X
who has continuing difficulty completing the school day.
There are provisions for individuals with special needs that
include educational instruction for youth in high security or
other special units, compliance with applicable statutes for X
special education, and, provision for non-English speaking
youth and those with limited English speaking skills.
Youths are enrolled in school no later than three (3) days
X
after admission.
The school conducts an educational screening and
X
completes an education plan within 5 days.
If a youth is detained, the school requests the youths
records from his/her prior school to ensure that the X
educational plan is appropriate.
1371 RECREATION AND EXERCISE Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
There are policies and procedures for recreation and Procedure Sections 5.4.1: Recreation, Sports
exercise of youth with the intent to maximize the time youth and Social Programs and 5.1.3.2: Recreation
are out of their rooms/off their bunks. and Exercise Program
X
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There is the opportunity for a minimum of three hours of Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
recreation, programs and exercise 3 hours a day during Procedure Section 5.1.3.2: Recreation and
the week and five hours a day each Saturday, Sunday and Exercise Program
other non-school days. At least one hour shall be an
outdoor activity. At inspection it was difficult to determine what
the youth were involved in during the time they
were not in school as the documentation was
not clear. Additionally, it was difficult to
determine if the youth exercised outside or if
they were involved in other outside activities
X
for fresh air. Youth noted that they would like
new recreational activities for the bays,
especially on weekends.
Technical assistance provided and discussed
the issues. Director Butz immediately
addressed the concerns and provided
documentation that clearly identifies that the
youth are participating in their T15 required
activities.
The recreation and exercise schedule is posted in the living There is a calendar of activity in all bays that
X
units. identifies the facility schedule and program.
Recreation shall include the opportunity for at least one Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
hour of daily access to unscheduled activities such as Procedure Sections 5.1.4.1 and 5.1.4.2:
reading, television, radio, music games etc. The activities Recreation, Sports and Social Programs
are supervised and include orientation and coaching of
youth. X Documentation provided shows that youth
receive daily free time. Recreational activities
include games, television and movies, foosball,
air hockey, art, puzzles, knitting, music and
karaoke.
Programs shall include social awareness programs as Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
outlined in Section 1378. Procedure Sections 5.6: Special Programs and
X 5.6.2: Services and Activities
See Section 1378 for more information.
All youth shall be provided with the opportunity for at least Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
one hour of large muscle activity each day. Procedure Sections 5.4.1: Recreation, Sports
and Social Programs
Documentation provided shows that youth
X receive daily large muscle exercise. Youth play
basketball, volleyball, flag football, kickball,
soccer and handball. They also participate in
running, smash ball and wiffleball tournaments.
School physical education is not counted
toward this requirement.
That one hour of exercise is suspended only upon a written Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
finding by the administrator/manager that the youth Procedure Section 5.4.2.1.8
represents a threat to the safety and security of the facility.
X
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The administrator/manager may suspend for a period not to Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
exceed 24 hours access to recreation and programs Procedure Section 5.4.2.1.9
X
1372 RELIGIOUS PROGRAM Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 5.5.2: Religious Services,
The facility administrator provides access for voluntary 5.5.4.2: Clergy Visits and 5.5: Religious Diets
participation in religious services and/or religious
counseling at least once a week. A youth is allowed to Religious services are held on Sundays. Both
participate in other program activities if he/she elects not to catholic and a non-denomination services are
participate in religious programs. conducted, and youth can choose to go to one
X
or both services. Bible study is conducted on
Tuesday evenings. All youth are eligible to
attend as well. If youth do not choose to
participate, they can participate in another
program outside of their room. They are not
mandated to go to religious services nor in their
rooms while those services occur.
Religious programs provide for: religious services, Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
availability of clergy, and availability of religious diets. Procedure Section 5.5.2: Religious Services,
5.5.4.2: Clergy Visits and 5.5: Religious Diets
• Religious diets are approved as
X requested.
• Individual clergy are authorized as
needed and appropriate.
• Youth may make request to see their
own family clergy who may be allowed
entrance for special visits.
1373 WORK PROGRAM Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure 5.2: Work Programs
There are written policies and procedures for assigning
youths to work programs, which are meaningful, There are multiple work programs that youth
constructive, and related to vocational training or increasing may participate in at the MYC. Youth may be
a youth’s sense of responsibility. assigned to Kitchen Duty where youth assist in
meal prep, Unit Clean Up, conducting
housekeeping duties, Yard Clean UP,
conducting outdoor clean up duties and the
Garden Program from the spring to fall.
X Policy and procedures are in place regarding
these programs. Technical assistance
provided encouraging that there be a formal
process for “hiring and firing” to ensure
consistency and fairness.
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1374 VISITING Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure 5.7: Visiting Program
There are written policies and procedures for visiting that
include provision for special visits.
Regular parent visits occur weekly on Sunday.
All youth are assured a 2-hour visitation period.
In addition to regular parent/family visits,
X
arrangements can be made for birthday
celebrations, holiday visits, special baby visits
and hospital visits for family members.
Youths are allowed visits by parents, guardians, or persons Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
standing in loco parentis, at reasonable times. Opportunity Procedure 5.8: Authorized Visitors
for visiting is at least two hours per week.
Visiting occurs on Sunday and is separated by
X
alphabet:
A-L: 9am-11am
M-Z: 230pm -430pm
Visits are supervised, but conversations are not monitored Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
unless there is a security or safety need. Procedure 5.7.1.1: Visiting
X
Visits are supervised for safety and security,
but staff do not monitor conversations for
content.
1375 CORRESPONDENCE Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure 5.16: Mail and Correspondence
X
There are written policies and procedures for
correspondence which ensure:
a) There is no limitation on the volume of mail that youth Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
may send or receive; Procedure 5.16.1: Mail and Correspondence
X
All youth have the option to send and receive
unlimited mail to family and friends.
b) Youth may send special mail and two letters per week Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
postage-free; Procedure 5.16.6.3: Youth’s Personal
Correspondence
X Youth are provided with 2 free postage paid
letters a week. Youth can purchase additional
postage at the Resident Store as part of the
Behavior Management Program (BMP)
c) Youth may correspond confidentially with state and Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
federal courts, any member of the State Bar or holder Procedure 5.16.2: Mail and Correspondence
of public office, and the Board of State and Community
Corrections; however, authorized facility staff may open
and inspect such mail only to search for contraband
and in the presence of the youth; and,
X
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d) Incoming and outgoing mail, other than confidential Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
correspondence described above, may be read by staff Procedure 5.16.3: Mail and Correspondence
only when there is reasonable cause to believe facility
safety and security, public safety, or youth safety is Staff scan incoming mail to ensure there is no
jeopardized. contraband and review outgoing mail to ensure
that mail rules are followed i.e. confidentiality
breaches, gang information etc.
X
1376 TELEPHONE ACCESS Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 5.18: Telephone Policy
There are written policies and procedures to provide youth
with access to telephone communications. All youth can make one call to a parent or
guardian upon transfer into the facility. This
generally occurs at admission. Youth also
X
receive one free phone call a week to family.
Free calls may be purchased as part of the
BMP program. Youth have access to the pay
phones daily. Pay phones are recorded and
transcripts can later be accessed by facility
managers if needed.
1377 ACCESS TO LEGAL SERVICES Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 5.1.3.6 Telephone, 5.18:
X
Written procedures ensure the rights of minors to have Telephone Policy and 5.18.5: Attorney and
access to the courts and legal services include: Probation Officer Telephone Calls
a) Access, upon request by the youth, to licensed Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
attorneys and their authorized representatives; Procedure 6.3.4: Rights
X
Youth have access to and may contact their
attorneys at any time.
b) Provision for confidential consultation with attorneys; Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
and, Procedure 5.7.1.1: Visiting
X Neither phone calls or visits with attorneys are
monitored. If an attorney comes into the facility
for a visit, MYC has a room designated for
these visits.
c) Unlimited postage paid legal correspondence and cost- Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
free telephone access as appropriate. Procedure 5.16.5: Youth’s Privileged Mail
Youth can send unlimited amounts of mail to
X his attorney postage free.
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1378 SOCIAL AWARENESS PROGRAM Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 5.3.1.7: Electives
The County Board of Education or the Chief Probation
Officer provides programs designed to promote social The facility has a variety of social programs
awareness and reduce recidivism. The programs consider geared towards the promotion of positive peer
the needs of male and female youth and may include: interaction as well as programs that are
victim awareness; conflict resolution; anger management; designed to reduce recidivism.
parenting skills; appropriate gender specific programming;
juvenile justice; self-esteem; building effective decision- Examples of rehabilitative programs available
making skills; and, other topics that suit the needs of the are as follows:
youth.
Aggression Replacement Training, Leadership
X Counsel, Victim Impact, Joven Noble, Thinking
for a Change, Life Skills and Anger
Management. MYC also has a bike repair,
horticulture, book club and an art program that
come in regularly.
The agency responsible for providing the programs Additional, non-facility provided programs
conducts a written annual review to ensure that the provided that have been reviewed are as
program content is current, consistent and relevant to the follows:
population.
• California Youth Outreach: Re- Entry
Assistance for Determined
Youth(READY) program regarding re-
entry services.
• Monterey County Health Department:
Cuidate- Safe Dates regarding
reducing pregnancy
• Department of Child Support Services:
Informational Presentations
All facility programs have been reviewed and
vetted by the probation department and their
X partners and have been found to have
therapeutic value, be of interest to the youth
and are current, consistent and relevant to the
population.
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1390 DISCIPLINE Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 6.0: Discipline, Resident
There are written policies and procedures for the discipline Rights, Due Process, and Restrictions (See
of minors that promote acceptable behavior. below for specific sections)
Reviewed incident reports that resulted in
disciplinary sanctions. Staff make efforts to
resolve issues before they become serious and
formal discipline occurs
Discipline is defined based on seriousness of
X the behavior. The sanction and level of
response including due process for major rule
violation is based on the severity of the
situation.
Minor rule violations are those behaviors that
do not pose a risk to safety or security while
major rule violations, that include disregard for
authority or acts that endanger the safety and
security of the facility, staff or youth. Policy and
procedure detail the specific rules, the level of
seriousness and the potential consequence.
Discipline is imposed at the least restrictive level that Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
promotes the desired behavior. Procedure Section 6.1: Discipline
X
Staff attempt to resolve most minor violations
with youth through counseling or other informal
means.
Discipline does not include corporal punishment, group Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
punishment, physical or psychological degradation or X Procedure Section 6.2.1: Purpose and Section
deprivation of the following: 6.3: Basic Rights
a) Bed and clothing; Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
Procedure Sections 6.3.1, 6.3.3
b) Daily shower, access to drinking fountain, toilet and Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
personal hygiene items, and clean clothing; Procedure Section 6.3.8
c) Full nutrition; Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
Procedure Section 6.3.2
d) Contact with parent or attorney; Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
Procedure Section 6.3.4 and 6.3.5
e) Exercise; Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
Procedure Section 6.3.6
f) Medical services and counseling; Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
Procedure Section 6.3.18
g) Religious services; Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
Procedure Section 6.3.9
h) Clean and sanitary living conditions; Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
Procedure Section 6.3.10
i) The right to send and receive mail; and, Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
Procedure Section 6.3.13
j) Education. Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 6.3.19
X
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There are established rules of conduct and disciplinary Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
penalties to guide the conduct of youth. The rules and Procedure Section 6.5: Rules of Conduct and
penalties, which include both major violations and youth 6.6: Fair Discipline
violations, are simply and affirmatively stated and are X
available to all youth. Provisions are made to provide Facility Rules and behavior expectations are
accessible information to youth with disabilities, limited posted.
English proficiency or limited literacy.
1391 DISCIPLINE PROCESS Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 6.5 and 6.10
There are written policies and procedures for the
administration of discipline that include: Due process is compliant with regulation and
policy; however, technical assistance provided
recommending that the agency review current
behavior management matrix for
consequences for major discipline.
Policy indicates that major rule violations
X
including failure to follow instructions to escape
or contraband are all given the same
consequences; 120 hours of Special
Adjustment Program (Behavior Contract and
return to JH) despite severity or other factors.
Those that requested hearings, received them
timely and within regulation and policy
guidelines; however, it was noted that not many
youth had requested one.
a) Designation of personnel authorized to impose Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
discipline for violation of rules; Procedure Section 6.2.2
b) Prohibiting discipline from being delegated to any Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
youth; Procedure Section 6.2.2
c) Definition of major and minor rule violations and their Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
consequences, due process requirements; Procedure Section 6.11
d) Minor rule violations may be handled informally by Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
counseling, advising the youth of expected conduct or Procedure Section 6.11.5.1
imposing a minor consequence. Discipline shall be X
accompanied by written documentation and a policy of
review and appeal to a supervisor;
Major rule violations may include withdrawal from group Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
activities for 24 hours or more or extension of time in Procedure Section 6.11.2
X
custody. Major rule violations and the discipline process
shall be documented and require the following:
a) Written notice of violation prior to a hearing; Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
Procedure Section 6.11.6.1 and 6.11.7.1
b) Hearing by a person who is not a party to the incident; Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
Procedure Section 6.11.7.3
X Youth are receiving Due Process. Hearing
completed by the supervisor on duty. Hearing
involves behavioral health, school staff and the
PO as able.
c) Opportunity for the youth to be heard, present evidence Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
and testimony; Procedure Section 6.11.6.3
d) Provision for minor to be assisted by staff in the hearing Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
process; and, Procedure Section 6.11.6.4
e) Provision for administrative review. Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
X
Procedure Section 6.11.6.5
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f) Violations that result in a removal from camp or Monterey County Youth Center Policy and
commitment program, but not a return to court will Procedure Section 6.10.3.1.11
follow the due process provisions in subsection (e)
above.
X
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MYC
REVIEW OF NON-REGULATORY REQUIREMENTSGRANT
FUNDING OR CODE REFERENCE YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE NA 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. X
(Refer to the JPCF Program Agreement, Attachment B)
208.5 WIC CONTACT BETWEEN PERSONS UNDER THE JUVENILE COURT AGES 19NA 20 AND MINORS IN THE
FACILITY
The facility houses Juvenile Court Wards 19 years of
X
age and older.
The facility has been approved to hold persons under
X
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 X
the facility) as outlined in the county’s application.
JUVENILE JUSTICE DELINQUENCY PREVENTION ACT MONITORING (JJDPA)
WIC 206 SEPARATE FACILITIES FOR WIC 300 Facility does not house 300 Youth
MINORS
Dependent or neglected minors who are defined under
X
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) Facility does not house 601 Youth
AND FEDERAL MINORS
X
Status Offenders (WIC 601) are held in the facility.
Status Offenders (WIC 601) are kept separate from
X
Juvenile Delinquents (WIC 602)? (WIC 207[d]).
Federal Minors (ICE Holds or ORR Contract) are held Facility does not house Federal Youth
X
in the facility.
If yes to the above, the Monthly Report on the
Detention of Status Offenders/Federal Minors is X
submitted to the BSCC.
WIC 208 SEPARATION OF MINORS AND ADULT Facility does not house Adults
INMATES (JJDPA 42 USC 5633, Sec 223, State Plans
(a)[12])
X
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
X
separated from minors.
Adult inmates from an adult facility (e.g. inmate workers
or “Scared Straight” programs) are not allowed in the
facility in a manner that allows contact with minors.
X
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PHYSICAL PLANT EVALUATION
Board of State and Community Corrections
Applicable Title 24 Regulations: Pre-1998*
BSCC Code: 7350
FACILITY NAME: Monterey County Youth Center FACILITY TYPE: Camp
CONSTRUCTION/REMODEL DATE(S): 1996, 2001 and 2005
IDENTIFY FACILITY PHYSICAL PLANT MODIFICATIONS SINCE 1992: 15 Bed Dorm added in 2001
49 Bed “Big Dorm” converted to two smaller dorms in 2008
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Lisa Southwell DATE: January 29, 2018
TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
RECEPTION AREA (JH)
Holding Rooms:
Contain 15 square feet per minor;
Have sufficient seating to accommodate the rated
X
capacity based on floor space;
Provide access to water closets and wash basins at a
X
ratio of a 1:8; and
Provide access to drinking fountain. X
Provide access to telephone. X
Provide access to private room(s) for interviews. X
MEDICAL EXAM SPACE (JH & CAMP)
Space or room(s) afford privacy, are equipped to carry out X
routine examinations and emergency care and have sufficient
locked storage space for medical supplies.
LIVING UNITS (JH AND SPJH)
X
Living units are designed to accommodate no more than 30
minors and contain:
Showers at a ratio of 1:6; X
Washbasins at a ratio of 1:6; X
Water closets at a ratio of 1:6 or water closet and one
X
urinal for every 15 boys; and,
Access to a drinking fountain by minors and staff. X
Doors of each sleeping room have a view panel (maximum
of 144 square inches of shatter-proof glass or plastic
X
materials) that allows the visual supervision of all parts of
the room.
Hallways in the detention living units are at least eight feet
wide. If rooms are located on only one side, or if room X
doors are staggered, hallways are at least six feet wide.
SINGLE ROOMS (JH, SPJH & CAMP)
X
Contain a minimum of 500 cubic feet of air space and 63
cubic feet of floor space.
DOUBLE ROOMS (JH, SPJH & CAMP) Honor unit contains two double occupancy rooms.
Contain a minimum of 800 cubic feet of airspace and 100 X
square feet of floor space.
*Regulations on this checklist are from the Pre-1998 Title 15 Sections 4272/4315.3(Juvenile Halls & Special Purpose Juvenile Halls) and 4323 (Camps & Ranches).
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DORMITORY SLEEPING AREAS (JH & CAMP)
X
Contain a minimum of 400 cubic feet of airspace and 50
square feet of floor space per minor.
LOCKED SLEEPING ROOMS (JH, SPJH & CAMP) Two rooms located in honor dorm are dry rooms.
Procedure in place that allows minors access to
Contain an individual or combination drinking fountain, bathroom.
X
wash basin and toilet, unless a communication system or
procedure is in effect to give minor immediate access to
these fixtures.
PLUMBING FIXTURES (CAMP)
The following plumbing fixtures are adjacent to each
X
sleeping area:
Shower or bathtub at a ratio of 1:6;
Washbasins at a ratio of 1:10; X
Access to toilets at a ratio of 1:10 or toilet and one
X
urinal for every 15 boys; and,
Access to a drinking fountain. X
BEDS AND MATTRESSES (JH, SPJH & CAMP)
Beds and mattresses are: X
A least 30 inches wide and 76 inches long;
Spaced at least 36 inches apart and at least 12 inches off
X
the floor; and,
Mattresses are made of a fire retardant material. X
INTERVIEW ROOMS (JH, SPJH & CAMP) Three interview rooms provided at this facility.
X
There is one interview room for each detention unit in
juvenile halls and special purpose juvenile halls.
There is a private room suitably equipped for conferences
X
and interviews in each camp.
LIGHTING (JH, SPJH & CAMP)
There are at least 50 foot candles of illumination at desk
X
level and, at night, there is a maximum illumination of two
foot candles at bed level in individual and multiple
occupancy rooms.
ACADEMIC CLASSROOM (JH & CAMP)
Each classroom contains a minimum of 160 square feet with
a teacher's desk and work area, and a minimum of 28 square X
feet per student. Classrooms should be designed for no
more than 15 students.
98: Designed for no more than 20 students
DINING SPACE (JH & CAMP)
X
There is a minimum of 15 square feet of space for each
person being fed at any given time.
*Regulations on this checklist are from the Pre-1998 Title 15 Sections 4272/4315.3(Juvenile Halls & Special Purpose Juvenile Halls) and 4323 (Camps & Ranches).
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PHYSICAL ACTIVITY SPACE (JH & CAMP)
(See 2001 regulations for revised calculations.)
There is indoor space consisting of at least 30 square feet of X
clear space for each minor, which may be included in a day
room, a recreational building, or a multipurpose space
(gymnasium).
There is outdoor and/or multipurpose (gymnasium) space
consisting of:
X
No less than the equivalent of 90' X 100' outdoor and
/or multipurpose space (gymnasium) for a facility with a
capacity of 40 or less.
No less than the equivalent of 90' X 100' hardtop area
and 260 X 260' field area and/or multipurpose space
(gymnasium) for a camp with a capacity of more than X
40, and a juvenile hall with a capacity between 41 to
100 minors.
No less than the equivalent of two 90' X 100' hardtop
area and 260 X 260' field area and/or multipurpose
space (gymnasium) for a camp with a capacity of more X
than 40 and a juvenile hall with a capacity in excess of
101 minors.
Lighting is adequate for security and evening recreational
X
activities in camps.
STORAGE SPACE (JH, SPJH & CAMP)
X
Each minor is provided 9 cubic feet of secure storage space
for personal clothing and belongings.
Camps shall have adequate space (12 square feet of floor
area is recommended) for bulk and activity storage X
equipment.
MULTIPURPOSE SPACE OR ROOM (SPJH)
There is a multipurpose space or room that provides space
X
for reception, dining, recreation, exercise and/or education.
This room contains a minimum of:
30 square feet of clear floor space per minor in the
X
room;
10 feet by 20 feet floor dimensions; and, X
1600 cubic feet of air space with a minimum ceiling
X
height of eight feet.
SPECIAL PURPOSE JH EXEMPTIONS
SPJHs are exempt from the following Pre-1998 Title 15
regulations:
X
Section 4272(b) Medical exam rooms
Section 4272(m) Academic classrooms
Section 4272(n) Dining space
Section 4272(o) Physical activities space
*Regulations on this checklist are from the Pre-1998 Title 15 Sections 4272/4315.3(Juvenile Halls & Special Purpose Juvenile Halls) and 4323 (Camps & Ranches).
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JUVENILE HALLS, SPECIAL PURPOSE HALLS AND CAMPS
LIVING AREA SPACE EVALUATION
Board of State and Community Corrections Inspection
BSCC Code: 7350
FACILITY: Monterey County Youth Center TYPE: Camp RC: 76
SELF CAP: 60
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Lisa Southwell DATE: January 31, 2018
ROOMS EACH ROOM
Each Room Size (L x W x H) FIXTURES*
Unit #
Room Applicable # RC Total or T U W F S COMMENTS
Designatio Room
Type Standards Beds RC Square/Cubic
n s
Feet
Ventana Dorm 2005 1 16 16 16
Irregular Shape-
Approximately
1304 Sq. Ft.
Double Pre-1998 2 2 4 4 19 x 12 x 8 Rooms 161 and 162 are a storage and weight
room, respectively.
(Rooms
163 and
164)
Gavilan Dorm 2005 1 16 22 22 44.2 x 40.7 x 8
3 3 6 1 9 Fixtures common to Ventana and Gavilan.
There are two handicap showers available.
Pinnacle Dorm 1998 1 16 18 18 900 Sq. Ft. 2 2 1 3 Remodeled under 4/98 Standards. There is a
Bay separate toilet and washbasin located in the
storage room, which is not included in the fixture
count.
Laguna (Honor Unit)
Room 130 Single Pre-1998 1 (1) (1) (1) 8 x 13 x 8 Room equipped with gym equipment
Room 126 Dorm Pre-1998 1 4 4 4 18 x 14.5 x 8
Room 127 Dorm Pre-1998 1 4 6 6 18 x 17.5 x 8
Room 128 Dorm Pre-1998 1 4 6 6 18 x 17.5 x 8
Room 125 Dayroo 3 3 4 Fixtures common to all Dorms in Laguna.
m
Historical Notes:
Historical Notes: The Monterey Youth Center was remodeled in 2001 under the 4/98 Standards. The RC is recalculated due to remodeling and use at the Monterey
Youth Center. (17) Beds are deducted from Santa Lucia, due to the fact that this is a treatment facility operated by the Monterey Probation Department but separate
from the Monterey Youth Center. The Leadership Unit was converted into laundry and storage reducing the RC by (4) beds. The RC is calculated as follows: 12
*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.
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ROOMS EACH ROOM
Each Room Size (L x W x H) FIXTURES*
Unit #
Room Applicable # RC Total or T U W F S COMMENTS
Designatio Room
Type Standards Beds RC Square/Cubic
n s
Feet
beds “Honor Unit”, 49 beds “Big Dorm”, and 18 beds “Pinnacle Bay= 79 RC. RC for Pinnacle is increased from 15 to 18; RC increased from 76 to 79 (effective
8/27/04)
During the 2006-2008 inspection the RC was changed to 75 to reflect that actual number of beds in usable space (areas not converted to storage).
Santa Lucia Bay was converted from female camp beds to a treatment facility operated by the Probation Department during the 2000-2002 inspection cycle. During
the 2006-2008 inspection cycle the treatment program relocated to another facility. Santa Lucia Bay was renamed Laguna re-established as camp beds during the
2008-2010 inspection cycle.
In 2008 a remodel project to incorporate the “Missouri Model,” was initiated to convert the larger “Big Dorm” into two smaller dorms named Ventana and Gavilan.
Upon completion the camp instituted a self cap at 60. BSCC RC was changed to 76 reflecting the potential maximum capacity as a result of the remodel.
During the 2014 inspection, it was noted that the two rooms in Ventana had been re-numbered, that is now reflected in the LASE.
2016 2018: RC remains the same. No change- 76. Less beds were physically present (providing more space in dorm) however, beds are in storage if needed.
*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.
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