Integrated Model of Treatment
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The DWJS integrated treatment model focuses on trauma informed mental health treatment provided simultaneously with substance abuse recovery. The comprehensive mental health services include: Individual and group trauma and mood disorder therapy, Crisis intervention and psychological assessment, medication referrals, triage to emergency services and linkage to community services. In addition, supportive services are incorporated, such as; Sheriffs Virtual High School Diploma program, GED/literacy services, job training/placement, life skills, anger management, parenting, childcare, housing, family reunification, and spirituality. This model addresses the complex issues impacting women’s functioning and substance use in a safe, supportive environment.
The DWJS Multidisciplinary Treatment team provides recommendations to the court based on the participant’s individualized treatment plan and program participation so that this important information can be considered and women are assisted in receiving treatment for mental disorders that influence successful community reentry.
We continue to develop and expand our integrated treatment programs. By using core concepts of collaboration, evidenced based practices and research, gender specificity and promotion of empowerment, we are able to provide better mental health, physical health, substance abuse and support services. Through utilization of trauma informed, integrated services, we believe we are more likely to impact the women in a positive, empowered way that will promote family re-unification, reduce recidivism and increase successful community re-entry.
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Cook County Sheriff's Office
Department of Women's Justice Services
Sheriff Thomas J. Dart
Executive Director Terrie L. McDermott
3026 South California Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60608
773-869-7731
Fax: 773-869-5441
dwjs@cookcountysheriff.org
