The Pompano Youth Treatment Center serves 24 males between the ages of 13 and 18, in a non-secure residential commitment program. Males served are those who have been assessed as needing Substance Abuse Treatment Overlay Services (SAOS) in a residential environment.
This program uses evidenced-based curricula and treatment, including "Thinking for a Change," "Aggression Replacement Training," "Impact of Crime," and "Living in Balance." The program utilizes a behavior management system and provides substance abuse treatment, individual and group mental health counseling, and family therapy. Basic medical services are provided onsite.
Youth are expected to know, live by and exhibit daily, the Six Pillars of Conduct: Respect, Responsibility, Trustworthiness, Caring, Fairness, and Citizenship. Youth also have the opportunity to engage with the community consistent with Restorative Justice Principles.
Pre-vocational and vocational instruction is provided so that the interests, aptitudes and skills of
the youth are developed, while building upon their existing strengths in a manner supportive of their employability and providing an occupational advantage in their home communities.
The anticipated, average length of stay is between six and nine months, depending on the youth's pace of success in completing his individualized treatment plan and goals.
The Pompano Youth Treatment Center is a Type 2 program offering a secondary education program that includes all course requirements for a standard high school diploma. Youth will receive vocational/career training, industry certification, job placement, mentoring and support services. Education and vocational services are provided through the Broward County School District. Industry Certification programs include: Microsoft Office Specialist Bundle Certification, Certified Internet Web Professional, Pre-Apprenticeship (leading to a paid post-release apprenticeship program) in Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) and Apprenticeship Florida State Certification.
Youth receive End of Course Exam (EOC) preparation for all tested subjects; ACT® and SAT® preparation; access to GED® assessment and preparation. This program serves as a GED® test site.