Juvenile Healing to Wellness (JHTW)
A diversion program from the juvenile justice system for tribal youth with substance abuse problems and other delinquent issues.
Eligibility
- Must be a Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma tribal member or eligible for membership
- Must reside in the Choctaw Nation service area
- Must be between 12 to 18 years of age
- Referrals are taken from Tribal Law Enforcement, Choctaw Nation Prosecutors Office, or other Choctaw Nation programs
- Cannot have sex related and/or violent charges
- Program does not focus on repeat offenders, although the team may make exceptions; consideration is dependent on number and type of offenses.
Additional Information
This program helps strengthen our sovereignty for Choctaw tribal youth by offering an alternative to the juvenile justice system. The program provides services to meet existing needs for youth, emphasizing education and enhancing overall well-being to aid in the prevention of incarceration and address substance abuse.
A team approach is used to achieve the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual healing of each individual participant. Teaching our Choctaw youth to be resilient by living out the Chahta Spirit of Faith, Family and Culture, youth will develop a sense of pride by increasing self-esteem, sense of independence and self-sufficiency.
Services
- Case management services
- Treatment planning
- Treatment plan incentives
- Advocate for Choctaw youth in educational and legal systems
- Assess and link youth to appropriate Choctaw Nation programs specific to their needs
- Cultural education