NCJ Number
130786
Journal
Journal of Correctional Education Volume: 42 Issue: 2 Dated: (June 1991) Pages: 88-93
Date Published
1991
Length
6 pages
Annotation
Two social skills programs were developed for integration into the curriculum of a Maryland facility for committed and detained youths. A study was designed to measure results of program participation.
Abstract
The short-terms goals of the programs were to teach prosocial skills to youth to deal with peers and adults and to train staff members in appropriate counseling and supervision techniques. The long-term goals sought to give students the skills and motivation to retain jobs upon their release, to maintain successful relationship, and to reduce recidivism. The rate of success in meeting short term goals was measured through staff rating of students, student self-ratings, and staff self-ratings. The results indicate that participation in the social skills training programs led to significant positive behavior modification in students, increased staff competence and confidence, and an enhanced sense of teamwork among staff members. 2 tables, 2 figures, 1 appendix, and 3 references (Author abstract modified)