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New Jersey Statutes Title 9. Children Juvenile and Domestic Relations Courts 9 § 12A-8

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

A transitional living program shall provide residential care and treatment services for up to 18 months to a homeless youth 16 to 21 years of age who demonstrates the maturity to function with minimal adult supervision.

The program shall assist in the maintenance of a homeless youth in a living arrangement that will prepare the youth for independence and self-sufficiency through the direct provision of, or through referrals to, other organizations and agencies for services, as determined by the department's contract, which may include:

(1) Educational assessment and attachment to an educational program;

(2) Career planning, employment and life skills training;

(3) Job placement;

(4) Budgeting and money management;

(5) Assistance in securing housing appropriate to a homeless youth's needs and income; and

(6) Assistance in accessing other social services as may be appropriate.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - New Jersey Statutes Title 9. Children Juvenile and Domestic Relations Courts 9 § 12A-8 - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nj/title-9-children-juvenile-and-domestic-relations-courts/nj-st-sect-9-12a-8/

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