Spring Creek Youth Services Center

About Spring Creek Youth Services Center

Spring Creek Youth Services Center is a 50-bed secure treatment facility and assessment center for both male and female youth committed to the Division of Youth Services. Spring Creek serves youth from 12-20 years of age who have high-risk needs and have committed various crimes.

Providing a safe and secure environment through clear directions, appropriate consequences and frequent rewards is a priority at Spring Creek. Youth who are served by Spring Creek have complex needs — many are in need of family interventions, substance use treatment, parenting classes, vocational/life skills building, positive replacement activities, and self-esteem building.

Spring Creek provides structured, consistent treatment services in a safe environment. An individual treatment plan is developed for each youth within 30 days of arrival at the center. Spring Creek’s registered nurse triages medical treatment on a daily basis. The youth center psychologist visits weekly and on an emergent basis when indicated.

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Treatment

Interventions include treatment groups focused on misuse of power, cognitive behavioral care, counseling overseen by licensed mental health professionals, sex offense-specific treatment by a Sex Offender Management Board-approved provider, and substance abuse treatment from a certified addictions counselor.

Education

Spring Creek offers an on-site education program that includes classroom instruction, GED preparation, business management, vocational programs, and transition activities. Post-secondary education programs are an option for eligible students. Parent/teacher conferences are scheduled quarterly to ensure the academic success of the youth. Award ceremonies are held quarterly and graduation services are held twice a year.

Transition

Transition is an essential part of each youth’s preparation to successfully return to the community. Spring Creek focuses on a gradual return to the community and strives to introduce youth to a variety of pro-social activities including social gatherings, community support groups, partnerships with local businesses, and step-down programs to help them safely return home or emancipate.