§ 2-103. Purposes.

The division of youth services is intended to provide both short-term and long-term residential care to a limited number of children and young adults with special needs which might not otherwise be available through state, federal, or other local programs. The division of youth services' goals are:

(1)

The prevention of abuse, neglect, exploitation and inappropriate institutionalization of children;

(2)

The restoration, strengthening, and development of family relationships and/or community support for children;

(3)

The fostering of intellectual, physical, psychological, social and spiritual growth of children through a structured and stimulating environment for the children at Tarleton;

(4)

The development and implementation of individualized placement plans for children at Tarleton which facilitate return of children to their parents, placement with relatives or in another home, and/or preparation for independent living; and

(5)

To assist in providing for the physical care, education, and social services for dependent children and young adults.

(Ord. No. O-90-9-128, § 3, 9-10-90; Ord. No. O-02-7-102, § 2, 8-26-02)