Forensic Diversion Program Ages: Adult male offenders
State: IN
Services for up to 15 adult males, chemically dependent, possibly with secondary mental health issue, offenders. Program operates under the umbrella of the Clark County Community Corrections Program (Work Release Program). Programming runs from 8:00 am - 9:00 pm daily. Evidenced-based Cognitive Behavioral Treatment Program uses "A New Direction" Hazelden curriculum. Group psychotherapy and individual psychotherapy are the primary modes of service provision. 90 day stay in the Clark County jail followed by a 9 month period of community supervision with aftercare services. Program includes individual therapy, group therapy, education groups, individualized treatment, psychiatric consultations when appropriate, referrals for vocational training, housing and social services, aftercare monitoring for up to 9 months (in a home community or placement setting).
Eligibility: Adult male offenders. Chemically dependent. Possible secondary mental health issues.
Contact Telephone: 812.590.1822
Counties Offered:
Indiana counties eligible to refer to the Forensic Diversion Program are: Bartholomew, Brown, Clark, Crawford, Dearborn, Floyd, Harrison, Jackson, Jefferson, Jennings, Lawrence, Monroe, Ohio, Orange, Ripley, Scott, Switzerland and Washington.