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Research finds that evidence-based practices are effective interventions in reducing delinquent behavior. Juvenile Probation / Detention Services uses Effective Practices In Correctional Settings (EPICS-II) an individualized evidence-based practice approach, to target current factors that put a youth at risk for future criminal behavior. EPICS-II is a set of supervision techniques used by probation officers and juvenile counselors to help build relationships, increase motivation to change, provide intentional interventions aimed at changing a youth’s behavior and identify and address skill deficits.
Relationship Skills |
Assessment Skills |
Intervention Skills |
Bridging Skills |
Active Listening |
Explaining and |
The Cognitive Model |
Cost Benefit Analysis |
Giving Feedback |
Reviewing the Behavioral Analysis |
Problem Solving |
Effective Use of Reinforcement |
Effective us of Disapproval |