Juvenile justice and reentry: measures and precedent

What funders require

Bureau of Justice Assistance (DOJ OJP)

Improving Adult and Juvenile Crisis Stabilization and Community Reentry Program54 measures

Is this the last reporting period for which the award will have data to report?

RequiredotherQ1

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

For example, all funds have been expended and the award is in the process of closing out in the Justice Grants (JustGrants) system. If you select Yes, you will be directed to answer the questions in the Semiannual Narrative Questions section. These are one-time-only questions that you will answer prior to report closeout. A. Yes/No (If Yes, answer the Semiannual Narrative Questions and create a final report.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 1

Was there grant activity during the reporting period?

RequiredotherQ2

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

There is grant activity when the grantee has obligated, expended, or drawn down grant funds to implement objectives proposed in the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA)-approved grant application. If Yes, the program becomes operational and should remain so until the grant closes out. B. If No, select from the following responses: Reason(s) for no grant activity during the reporting period Select all that apply In pr…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 1

Which phase of the grant were you in during this reporting period?

RequiredotherQ3

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select all that apply. A. Planning the action plan B. Implemented/Completed activities driven by the action plan C. Writing the final report

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

If you were involved in the planning phase, describe what activities you completed during this reporting period.

RequiredotherQ4

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

If you were involved in the implementation plan phase, describe what activities you completed during this reporting period.

RequiredotherQ5

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

What is the target population that your program serves?

RequiredotherQ6

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select all that apply. A. Males B. Females C. Youth (under 18 years) D. Young adults (18–25 years) E. Adults (over 25 years) F. High risk and/or high need (based on criminogenic risks/needs) G. Medium risk and/or medium need (based on criminogenic risks/needs) H. Low risk and/or low need (based on criminogenic risks/needs) I. Individuals with mental illnesses J. Individuals with substance use disorders K. Individua…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

In which setting(s) does your program provide participants with services (case management, delivery of services, or facilitation of connection to services)?

RequiredotherQ7

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Choose the option that applies best. A. Pre-release (before release from a correctional facility, other detention, halfway house, etc.) B. Post-release C. Both

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

Indicate if your Crisis Stabilization and Community Reentry (CSCR)-funded program serves individuals from any of the following criminal justice settings. Select all that apply.

RequiredotherQ8

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

A. Treatment court program B. Tribal courts C. Pre-trial detention D. Jail-based program focused on programming while individuals are in custody E. Jail-based reentry program focused on preparing individuals to leave jail custody F. Prison program focused on programming while individuals are in custody G. Prison reentry program focused on preparing individuals to leave prison H. Community supervision I. Other (expl…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

What additional transitional services are CSCR grant funds supporting in whole or in part?

RequiredotherQ9

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select all that apply. A. N/A—This program is not providing recovery support with CSCR funds B. Crisis response C. Crisis stabilization D. Case planning and management E. Screening assessment for mental illnesses and substance use disorders F. Peer support or recovery coaching G. Recovery support services H. Mentoring I. Family-based treatment/counseling J. Family reunification services K. Cognitive behavioral ther…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

How many individuals do you plan to provide services to over the life of the grant?

RequiredoutputQ10

Planning figure, no collection needed

A planned or proposed figure, not a reported one.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Since the beginning of your grant, how many participants has your program served (cumulative)?

RequiredotherQ11

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Out of the total number of participants your program has served since the start of your grant, how many are:

RequiredotherQ12

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Still engaged with your program ____ B. No longer engaged with your program ____ C. Needed crisis response and stabilization ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Out of the total number of participants no longer engaged with your program since the start of the grant, how many have completed or not completed program requirements related to improving chances for successful reentry?

RequiredotherQ13

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Such requirements/criteria can include completion of program milestones (e.g., a course of training, treatment plan) and/or meeting criteria indicative of improved chances of successful reentry (e.g., obtaining employment or housing). A. Completed all program requirements or met program criteria ____ B. Have not completed all program requirements or met program criteria ____ Answer the following que…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Are criminogenic risks and/or needs assessment tool(s) used to inform the services provided to participants?

RequiredotherQ14

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

A. Yes/No (If No, skip to question 18)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Are the criminogenic risks and/or needs assessment tool(s)results used to determine who is admitted as a participant to the CSCR-funded program?

RequiredotherQ15

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Show all 54 measures for this program

Innovations in Reentry Initiative (IRI): Building System Capacity and Testing Strategies to Reduce Recidivism105 measures

Is this the last reporting period for which the award will have data to report?

RequiredotherIRI Performance Measures (FY 2021 and on)Q1

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

For example, all funds have been expended and the award is in the process of closing out in the Justice Grants (JustGrants) System. A. Yes/No. (If Yes, answer the Semiannual Narrative questions and create a final report.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 1

Was there grant activity during the reporting period?

RequiredotherIRI Performance Measures (FY 2021 and on)Q2

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

There is grant activity when the grantee has obligated, expended, or drawn down grant funds to implement objectives proposed in the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA)-approved grant application. If Yes, the program becomes operational and should remain so until the grant closes out. A. Yes/No. B. If No, please select from the following responses: Select All That Reason(s) for No Grant Activity During the Reporting…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 1

Are you using your grant funds to provide treatment and services to individual program participants?

RequiredotherIRI Performance Measures (FY 2021 and on)Q3

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

This includes using funds to provide treatment and services directly to participants; it also includes providing participants with referrals to receive treatments and services from other programs and organizations. A. We are currently using grant funds to provide treatment and services to individual program participants. By selecting this option, you will answer questions in the Program Description and Program Part…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

What is the target population that your program serves?

RequiredotherIRI Performance Measures (FY 2021 and on)Q4

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select all that apply. A. Males. B. Females. C. Youth (i.e., under 18 years). D. Young adults (i.e., 18–25 years). E. Adults (i.e., over 25 years). F. High risk (based on criminogenic risk/needs). G. Medium risk (based on criminogenic risk/needs). H. Low risk (based on criminogenic risk/needs). I. There are no specific characteristics for target population. J. Other. K. If Other, describe:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

In which setting(s) does your program provide participants with services (e.g., case management, delivery of services, or facilitation of connection to services)?

RequiredotherIRI Performance Measures (FY 2021 and on)Q5

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Choose the option that best applies. A. Pre-release (i.e., before release from a correctional facility, other detention, halfway house, etc.). B. Post-release. C. Both.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

Please indicate if your Second Chance Act (SCA)-funded program serves individuals from any of the following criminal justice settings. Select all that apply.

RequiredotherIRI Performance Measures (FY 2021 and on)Q6

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

A. Treatment court program. B. Tribal courts. C. Jail-based program focused on programming while individuals are in custody. D. Jail-based reentry program focused on preparing individuals to leave jail custody. E. Prison program focused on programming while individuals are in custody. F. Prison reentry program focused on preparing individuals to leave prison. G. Community supervision. H. Other, explain: I. N/A – Th…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

How many individuals do you plan to provide services to over the life of the grant?

RequiredoutputIRI Performance Measures (FY 2021 and on)Q7

Planning figure, no collection needed

A planned or proposed figure, not a reported one.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Since the beginning of your grant, how many participants has your program served (cumulative)?

RequiredotherIRI Performance Measures (FY 2021 and on)Q8

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Out of the total number of participants your program has served since the start of your grant, how many are:

RequiredotherIRI Performance Measures (FY 2021 and on)Q9

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Still engaged with your program: B. No longer engaged with your program:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Out of the total number of participants no longer engaged with your program since the start of the grant, how many have:

RequiredotherIRI Performance Measures (FY 2021 and on)Q10

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Completed all program requirements or met program criteria (Such requirement/criteria can include completion of program milestone (e.g., a course of training, treatment plan) and/or meeting criteria indicative of improved chances of successful reentry (e.g., obtaining employment or housing): B. Have not completed all program requirements or met program criteria:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Have you calculated a baseline recidivism rate?

RequiredotherIRI Performance Measures (FY 2021 and on)Q11

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

A. Yes. B. No, explain: (If No, skip to the next section.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

What is the baseline recidivism rate?

RequiredotherIRI Performance Measures (FY 2021 and on)Q12

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Provide a rate for a population that most closely represents the grantee’s target population. If the grantee does not have a baseline rate similar to the target population, use a recidivism rate for individuals who have been released from a state facility, local prison, or jail.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

What population was the baseline recidivism rate calculated for?

RequiredotherIRI Performance Measures (FY 2021 and on)Q13

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Select one. A. Individuals similar to the target population. B. Individuals from a county or local jail facility. C. Individuals from a prison facility. D. Individuals from the entire state. E. Other: F. If Other, explain:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

What type of baseline recidivism rate is the grantee providing?

RequiredotherIRI Performance Measures (FY 2021 and on)Q14

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Select one. A. Rearrest rate. B. Reconviction rate. C. Reincarceration rate. D. Revocation that led to reincarceration. E. Other. F. If Other, explain:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

How long was the follow-up period for the baseline rate in months?

RequiredotherIRI Performance Measures (FY 2021 and on)Q15

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Show all 105 measures for this program

Second Chance Act (SCA)458 measures

Is this the last reporting period for which the award will have data to report?

RequiredotherQ1

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

For example, all funds have been expended and the award is in the process of closing out in the Justice Grants (JustGrants) system. A. Yes/No (If Yes, answer the Semiannual Narrative questions and create a final report)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 1

Was there grant activity during the reporting period?

RequiredotherQ2

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

There is grant activity when the grantee has obligated, expended, or drawn down grant funds to implement objectives proposed in the BJA-approved grant application. If you select Yes, the program becomes Operational and should remain so until the grant closes out. A. Yes/No (If No, select reasons for no grant activity during reporting period) Reason(s) for no grant activity during the reporting period Select all tha…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 1

Are you using your grant funds to provide treatment and services to individual program participants?

RequiredotherQ3

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

What is the target population that your program serves?

RequiredotherQ4

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select all that apply. A. Males B. Females C. Youth (under 18 years) D. Young adults (18–25 years) E. Adults (over 25 years) F. High risk (based on criminogenic risk/needs) G. Medium risk (based on criminogenic risk/needs) H. Low risk (based on criminogenic risk/needs) I. There are no specific characteristics for target population. J. Other K. If Other, describe: ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

In which setting(s) does your program provide participants with services (case management, delivery of services, or facilitation of connection to services)?

RequiredotherQ5

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Choose the option that applies best. A. Pre-release (before release from a correctional facility, other detention, halfway house, etc.) B. Post-release C. Both

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

Indicate if your Second Chance Act (SCA)-funded program serves individuals from any of the following criminal justice settings. Select all that apply.

RequiredotherQ6

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

A. Treatment court program B. Tribal court C. Jail-based program focused on programming while individuals are in custody D. Jail-based reentry program focused on preparing individuals to leave jail custody E. Prison program focused on programming while individuals are in custody F. Prison reentry program focused on preparing individuals to leave prison G. Community supervision H. Other, explain: ____ I.…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

What additional transitional services are SCA grant funds supporting in whole or in part?

RequiredotherQ7

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select all that apply. A. Case planning and management B. Peer support or recovery coaching C. Mentoring D. Family-based treatment/counseling E. Family reunification services F. Cognitive behavioral therapies to address criminogenic risk factors G. Medication assisted treatment H. Food and nutrition assistance I. Housing support services J. Employment assistance K. Faith-based support L. Vocational training M. Educ…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Does your program provide any of the following services?

RequiredotherQ8

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Mentors B. Peer support specialists C. Recovery coaches D. N/A (If N/A, skip to the next section)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

As of the last day of the reporting period, how many individuals are available to work with your program’s participants as:

RequiredotherQ9

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Mentors ____ B. Peer support specialists ____ C. Recovery coaches ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

As of the last day of the reporting period, how many participants has your program provided with:

RequiredotherQ10

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Mentors ____ B. Peer support specialists ____ C. Recovery coaches ____ There may be wide variation among SCA efforts concerning what activities constitute meaningful engagement, as well as expectations on participants for meeting specific program requirements and criteria. Information from the remaining questions in this section should be interpreted in light of grant program design and is not meant for comparis…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

How many individuals do you plan to provide services to over the life of the grant?

RequiredoutputQ11

Planning figure, no collection needed

A planned or proposed figure, not a reported one.

____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Since the beginning of your grant, how many participants has your program served (cumulative)?

RequiredotherQ12

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Out of the total number of participants your program has served since the start of your grant, how many are:

RequiredotherQ13

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Still engaged with your program ____ B. No longer engaged with your program ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Out of the total number of participants no longer engaged with your program since the start of the grant, how many have completed or not completed program requirements related to improving chances for successful reentry?

RequiredotherQ14

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Such requirements/criteria can include: completion of program milestone (e.g., a course of training, treatment plan) and/or meeting criteria indicative of improved chances of successful reentry (e.g., obtaining employment or housing). A. Completed all program requirements or met program criteria ____ B. Have not completed all program requirements or met program criteria ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Have you calculated a baseline recidivism rate?

RequiredotherQ15

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

A. Yes B. No, explain: ____ (If No, skip to next section)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

What is the baseline recidivism rate?

RequiredotherQ16

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

What population was the baseline recidivism rate calculated for?

RequiredotherQ17

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Select one. A. Individuals similar to the target population B. Individuals from a county/local jail facility C. Individuals from a prison facility D. Individuals from the entire state E. Other ____ F. If Other, explain: ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

What type of baseline recidivism rate is being providing?

RequiredotherQ18

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Select one. A. Rearrest rate B. Reconviction rate C. Reincarceration rate D. Revocation that led to reincarceration E. Other F. If Other, explain: ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

How long was the follow-up period for the baseline rate (in months)?

RequiredotherQ19

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

What percentage reduction in recidivism is the grantee trying to achieve?

RequiredotherQ20

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Is there any other additional information you would like to provide about the baseline rate or your recidivism-reduction goal?

RequiredotherQ21

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

If No, write N/A. ____ Answer the following questions related to your SCA-funded program’s use of screening and assessment tools (e.g. tools assessing criminogenic risk, substance use, mental health).

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Are criminogenic risk and/or needs-assessment tools used to inform the services provided to participants?

RequiredotherQ22

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

A. Yes/No (If No, skip to next section)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

Are tool results used in determining who is admitted as a participant into the SCA-funded program?

RequiredotherQ23

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Yes/No

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

Are tool results used to inform individualized case planning done by the SCA-funded program?

RequiredotherQ24

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Yes/No

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

Name(s) of the tool(s) used: ____ Please answer the following questions based on the services provided by your SCA-funded program. If a service is not applicable to your SCA-funded program, please enter “999.”

RequiredotherQ25

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

On average, what is the estimated length of time it takes from when an individual is identified as having a substance use disorder to begin receiving treatment services?

RequiredoutputQ26

Tier 1: Collect today

An output the funder classes as a count of activity.

____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

Since the beginning of the program, provide the total number of participants who received the following services:

RequiredoutputQ27

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Cognitive behavioral therapies: ____ B. Substance use disorder treatment: ____ C. Mental health treatment: ____ D. Education: ____ E. Employment: ____ F. Housing: ____ G. Other: ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

Since the beginning of the program, provide the total number of participants who received the following services and their outcomes:

RequiredoutputQ28

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Obtained housing: ____ B. Obtained permanent/stable housing (i.e., for 6 months or longer): ____ C. Obtained high school diploma or equivalent: ____ D. Obtained vocational/professional/occupational certifications or licenses: ____ E. Obtained higher education degree: ____ F. Obtained employment: ____ G. Obtained and retained employment for 6 months or longer: ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

Did the program provide or facilitate training to program staff (or individuals involved in the program) during the reporting period?

RequiredotherQ29

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Training on a particular topic and/or a skill related to a specific operation for either individuals who can use the information or skill on their job or trainers who will provide instruction to others (Examples include providing training in a classroom/onsite or virtual setting; hosting and/or conducting a webinar; or conducting a workshop at a conference or summit.) A. Yes/No (If No, skip to next section)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

How many trainings were completed during the reporting period?

RequiredoutputQ30

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

For each of the trainings completed during the reporting period, provide the following information. Count each person only once per training topic, regardless of how many times they attended the training. You may report five trainings per reporting period.

RequiredotherQ31

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

A. Training name: ____ B. Target audience: ____ C. Number of people trained: ____ D. Training provider: ____ E. What funds were used to provide the training? (Select all that apply) ___ SCA grant funds ___ National Training and Technical Assistance Center funds ___ Other Office of Justice Program funds ___ Other funds

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

Is your grant project working with an internal or external researcher or evaluator?

RequiredotherQ32

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

An internal researcher/evaluator is someone who is considered a full-time employee of the agency responsible for the operation of the program. This could include a crime analyst, internal statistics department employee, or someone from a research arm of the organization. An external researcher/evaluator is considered someone who is not organizationally affiliated with the agency responsible for the operation of the…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

In what ways did your researcher contribute to the project during the reporting period?

RequiredotherQ33

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select all that apply. A. Conducted data analysis (data collection, analysis, visualization, etc.) B. Defined the problem of focus the project will address C. Defined programmatic activities, procedures, or practices D. Developed logic models E. Developed an evaluation or data collection plan F. Conducted a process evaluation of the project G. Conducted an outcome evaluation of the project H. Evaluated the project’…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

During the reporting period, were adjustments made to the project’s operating procedures based on research/evaluation findings?

RequiredotherQ34

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Yes/No (If No, skip to next section) B. If Yes, describe: ____ The next set of questions is about court and criminal involvement for all individuals who have ever participated in the SCA program. This section is to be completed at the close of the grant. Note that individuals can be included in more than one category. For example, an individual can have an arrest and a conviction and then be re…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

Since the start of the award, how many individuals:

RequiredotherQ35

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Are still participating in post-release services? ____ B. Have successfully completed post-release services? ____ C. Did not complete post-release services? ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

What is the average number of days that have elapsed since individuals have been released from prison or jail?

RequiredotherQ36

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Calculate this rate by averaging the number of days since release for each individual. ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

Since the start of the award, enter the total number of individuals who are still participating in the program and have had a court and/or criminal-involvement event.

RequiredotherQ37

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Arrest and booking on a new charge ____ B. Conviction on a new charge ____ C. Revocation of the terms of supervised release ____ D. Reincarceration ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

Since the start of the award, enter the total number of individuals who successfully completed the program and have had a court and/or criminal involvement event.

RequiredotherQ38

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Arrest and booking on a new charge ____ B. Conviction on a new charge ____ C. Revocation of the terms of supervised release ____ D. Reincarceration ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

Since the start of the award, enter the total number of individuals who unsuccessfully exited the program and have had a court and/or criminal involvement event.

RequiredotherQ39

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Arrest and booking on a new charge ____ B. Conviction on a new charge ____ C. Revocation of the terms of supervised release ____ D. Reincarceration ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

How was the information obtained for those individuals who were arrested and booked on a new charge?

RequiredotherQ40

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select the best option that describes how the information was obtained. A. The grantee is a criminal justice agency such as the department of corrections, probation, or parole and has access to this information B. The grantee has a memorandum of understanding (MOU), a memorandum of agreement (MOA), or a linkage agreement with a correctional agency that has access to this information C. The grantee conducts public r…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 10

How was the information obtained for those individuals who were convicted on a new charge?

RequiredotherQ41

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select the best option that describes how the information was obtained. A. The grantee is a criminal justice agency such as the department of corrections, probation, or parole and has access to this information B. The grantee has an MOU, an MOA, or a linkage agreement with a correctional agency that has access to this information C. The grantee conducts public record jail/prison searches online D. The grantee enter…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 10

How was the information obtained for individuals who had a revocation of the terms of supervised release?

RequiredotherQ42

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select the best option that describes how the information was obtained. A. The grantee is a criminal justice agency such as the department of corrections, probation, or parole and has access to this information B. The grantee has an MOU, an MOA, or a linkage agreement with a correctional agency that has access to this information C. The grantee conducts public record jail/prison searches online D. The grantee enter…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 10

How was the information obtained for those individuals who were reincarcerated?

RequiredotherQ43

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select the best option that describes how the information was obtained. A. The grantee is a criminal justice agency such as the department of corrections, probation, or parole and has access to this information B. The grantee has an MOU, an MOA, or a linkage agreement with a correctional agency that has access to this information C. The grantee conducts public record jail/prison searches online D. The grantee enter…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 11

For which population(s) is the grantee able to obtain official justice information?

RequiredotherQ44

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select all that apply. A. Individuals who are still participating in the program B. Individuals who successfully completed the program C. Individuals who unsuccessfully exited the program

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 11

Was the information for each individual verified?

RequiredotherQ45

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Verified is defined as assessing whether each individual has had a court and/or criminal involvement event since the start of the BJA SCA award. A. Yes B. No (If No, skip to question 47)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 11

How was the information for individuals verified?

RequiredotherQ46

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Verified is defined as assessing whether each individual has had a court and/or criminal involvement event since the start of the BJA Second Chance Act award.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 11

Provide any additional information or comments about your court or criminal involvement data. ____ In this module, you will identify the goals you hope to achieve with your funding. Once submitted, these goals cannot be changed without approval of your grant manager.

RequiredotherQ47

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Set S M A R T goals to clarify the scope of your priorities: • Specific • Measurable • Achievable • Relevant • Time-bound If you have multiple goals, provide updates on each on separately. Answer the following questions every semiannual reporting period (January and July of each year), based on your grant-funded activities.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 11

What were your accomplishments during reporting period?

RequiredotherQ1

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 12

What goals were accomplished, as they relate to your grant application?

RequiredotherQ2

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 12

What problems/barriers did you encounter, if any, within the reporting period that prevented you from reaching your goals or milestones?

RequiredotherQ3

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 12

Is there any assistance that BJA can provide to address any problems/barriers identified in question 3?

RequiredotherQ4

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

A. Yes/No B. If Yes, explain: ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 12

Are you on track to complete your program fiscally and programmatically as outlined in your grant application?

RequiredotherQ5

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Yes/No B. If No, explain: ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 12

What major activities are planned for the next 6 months?

RequiredotherQ6

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 12

Based on your knowledge of the criminal justice field, are there any innovative programs/accomplishments that you would like to share with BJA?

RequiredotherQ7

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

THANK YOU FOR PARTICIPATING!

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 12

Is this the last reporting period for which the award will have data to report?

RequiredotherQ1

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

For example, were all funds expended and is the award in the process of closing out in the Justice Grants System (JustGrants)? A. Yes/No. (If Yes, answer the Semiannual Narrative Questions.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 1

Was there grant activity during the reporting period?

RequiredotherQ2

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

There is grant activity when the grantee has obligated, expended, or drawn down grant funds to implement objectives proposed in the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA)-approved grant application. If you select Yes, the program becomes operational and should remain so until the grant closes out. A. Yes/No. B. If No, please select from the following responses:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 1

Has a Project Lead to manage strategic planning efforts and coordinate among key stakeholders been hired?

RequiredotherQ3

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

(within both correctional and community settings; as well as across the steering committee, working group, and industry advisory group). Please respond with “Not yet started,” “In progress,” or “Complete.” A. Not started yet.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

Has a cross-disciplinary executive-level steering committee been established?

RequiredotherQ4

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

The committee should include state leaders from the executive and legislative branches, correctional and workforce administrators, and local elected officials. A. Yes. B. No.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

If a cross-disciplinary committee has been established, has a schedule and/or frequency (e.g., monthly, quarterly, semiannually) for executive-level steering committee meetings been established?

RequiredotherQ5

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

A. Yes. B. No.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

Has a cross-disciplinary working group been established?

RequiredotherQ6

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

The working group should include representatives from key stakeholders, such as state and local correctional, workforce development, reentry, and education agencies; service providers; and nonprofit organizations. A. Yes. B. No.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

If a cross-disciplinary committee has been established, has a schedule and/or frequency (e.g., monthly, quarterly, semiannually) for working group meetings been established?

RequiredotherQ7

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

A. Yes. B. No.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

Has an industry advisory group been established?

RequiredotherQ8

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

This group should include business leaders and representatives that advise on program development and promote connections with employers. A. Yes. B. No.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

If a cross disciplinary committee has been established, has a schedule and/or frequency (e.g., monthly, quarterly, semiannually) for an industry advisory group been established?

RequiredotherQ9

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

A. Yes. B. No. STRATEGIC PLANNING: EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

Has a target population been identified?

RequiredotherQ10

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Yes. B. No.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Has a geographic area(s) of focus been identified for the target population?

RequiredotherQ11

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Yes. B. No.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Has specific demographics (e.g., ethnicity, sex, age) been identified for the target population?

RequiredotherQ12

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

A. Yes. B. No.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Has a risk level (recidivism rate) been identified for the target population?

RequiredotherQ13

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

A. Yes. B. No.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Has a statewide baseline recidivism rate (i.e., the rate before award activities began) been established with definition, calculation methodology, and a description of how it is reported to policymakers periodically?

RequiredotherQ14

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Please respond with “Not yet started,” “In progress,” or “Complete.” A. Not yet started.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Has a strategy been created for individualized reentry plans and case management services to link participants to community-based services and employment post-release?

RequiredotherQ15

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Not yet started.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Has a strategy been created to address identified system gaps related to reentry employment services?

RequiredotherQ16

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Not yet started. STRATEGIC PLANNING: PROCESS ANALYSIS

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Has a process analysis and systems mapping of existing screening and referral services been developed?

RequiredotherQ17

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Please respond with “Not yet started,” “In progress,” or “Complete.” A. Not yet started.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Has an inventory of risk assessment tool(s) and job screening tool(s) been kept?

RequiredotherQ18

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Not yet started.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Has a process analysis and systems map of existing data collection and information sharing processes among relevant entities been developed?

RequiredotherQ19

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Not yet started.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Has an inventory of barriers to reentry and employment (e.g., statutory, regulatory, rules- based, and practice-based) that impact your state and area(s) of focus been kept?

RequiredotherQ20

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Not yet started.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Have specific system gaps related to reentry employment services to be addressed in the reentry plan been identified?

RequiredotherQ21

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

A. Not yet started.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Has an inventory of other funding awarded for reentry and employment programs (e.g., other federal government sources) been kept?

RequiredotherQ22

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Not yet started.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Enter the number of existing programs implemented within correctional facilities since the beginning of the grant. ____

RequiredoutputQ23

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Since the beginning of the grant, please provide the name(s) and/or description(s) of programming used within correctional facilities that are designed to change criminal behaviors and/or designed to increase job readiness, including those that lead to an industry recognized credential. If you are not able to report this information, please enter “N/A.”

RequiredotherQ24

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Enter the number of existing programs implemented within communities of focus since the beginning of the grant. ____

RequiredoutputQ25

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Please provide the name(s) and/or description(s) of programming used within communities of focus that are designed to change criminal behaviors and/or designed to increase job readiness, including those that lead to an industry recognized credential. If you are not able to report this information, please enter “N/A.”

RequiredotherQ26

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

In this module, you will identify the goals you hope to achieve with your funding. Once submitted, these goals cannot be changed without approval from your grant manager. Set S·M·A·R·T goals to clarify the scope of your priorities. • Specific. • Measurable. • Achievable. • Relevant. • Time-bound. If you have multiple goals, please provide updates on each one separately. Please answer the following questions every s…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

What were your accomplishments during reporting period?

RequiredotherQ1

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

What goals were accomplished, as they relate to your grant application?

RequiredotherQ2

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

What problems/barriers did you encounter, if any, within the reporting period that prevented you from reaching your goals or milestones?

RequiredotherQ3

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Is there any assistance that BJA can provide to address any problems/barriers identified in question 3?

RequiredotherQ4

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

a. Yes/No. b. If Yes, please explain: ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Are you on track to fiscally and programmatically complete your program as outlined in your grant application?

RequiredotherQ5

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

a. Yes/No. b. If No, please explain: ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

What major activities are planned for the next 6 months?

RequiredotherQ6

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Based on your knowledge of the criminal justice field, are there any innovative programs/accomplishments that you would like to share with BJA?

RequiredotherQ7

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

THANK YOU FOR PARTICIPATING!

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Is this the last reporting period for which the award will have data to report?

RequiredotherQ1

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

For example, all funds have been expended and the award is in the process of closing out in the Justice Grants System (JustGrants). A. Yes/No. (If Yes, answer the Semiannual Narrative Questions.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 1

Was there grant activity during the reporting period?

RequiredotherQ2

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

There is grant activity when the grantee has obligated, expended, or drawn down grant funds to implement objectives proposed in the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA)-approved grant application. If Yes, the program becomes operational and should remain so until the grant closes out. If No, select all the reasons that apply for no grant activity during the reporting period and proceed to the Semiannual Narrative Que…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 1

Do you use your grant funds to provide services to individual program participants?

RequiredotherQ3

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

This includes using funds to provide services directly to participants. It also includes providing participants with referrals to receive services from other programs and organizations. A. We are currently using grant funds to provide services to individual program participants. If you select this option, answer the questions in the Program Description and Program Participants Served sections for this reporting per…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 1

What is the target population that your program serves?

RequiredotherQ4

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select all that apply. A. Males. B. Females. C. Youth (i.e., under 18 years). D. Young adults (i.e., 18–25 years). E. Adults (i.e., over 25 years). F. High risk (based on criminogenic risks/needs). G. Medium risk (based on criminogenic risks/needs). H. Low risk (based on criminogenic risks/needs). I. Other. J. If Other, describe:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

In which setting(s) does your program provide participants with services (e.g., case management, delivery of services, or facilitation of connection to services)?

RequiredotherQ5

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Choose the option that applies best. A. Pre-release (i.e., before release from a correctional facility, other detention, halfway house, etc.). B. Post-release. C. Both.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

Indicate if your Second Chance Act (SCA)-funded program serves individuals from any of the following criminal justice settings. Select all that apply.

RequiredotherQ6

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

A. Treatment court program. B. Tribal courts. C. Jail-based program focused on programming while individuals are in custody. D. Jail-based reentry program focused on preparing individuals to leave jail custody. E. Prison-based program focused on programming while individuals are in custody. F. Prison-based program focused on preparing individuals to leave prison. G. Community supervision. H. Other, explain: I. N/A…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

What additional transitional services are SCA grant funds supporting in whole or in part?

RequiredotherQ7

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select all that apply. A. Case planning and management. B. Peer support or recovery coaching. C. Mentoring. D. Family-based treatment/counseling. E. Family reunification services. F. Cognitive behavioral therapies to address criminogenic risk factors. G. Medication-assisted treatment (MAT). H. Food and nutrition assistance. I. Housing support services. J. Employment assistance. K. Faith-based support. L. Vocational…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

How many individuals do you plan to provide services to over the life of the grant?

RequiredoutputQ8

Planning figure, no collection needed

A planned or proposed figure, not a reported one.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Since the beginning of your grant, how many total participants has your program served since the start of the grant (cumulative)?

RequiredotherQ9

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Out of the total number of participants your program has served since the start of your grant, how many are still engaged with your program?

RequiredotherQ10

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Out of the total number of participants your program has served since the start of your grant, how many are no longer engaged with your program?

RequiredotherQ11

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Out of the total number of participants no longer engaged with your program since the start of the grant, how many have completed all program requirement related to improving their chance of successful reentry as defined by your program requirements?

RequiredotherQ12

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Such requirements/criteria can include completion of program milestones (e.g., training course, treatment plan) and/or meeting criteria indicative of improved chances of successful reentry (e.g., obtaining employment or housing).

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Out of the total number of participants no longer engaged with your program since the start of the grant, how many have not completed all program requirements (or program criteria)?

RequiredotherQ13

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Have you calculated a baseline recidivism rate?

RequiredotherQ14

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

A. Yes B. No, explain: (If No, skip to the next section.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

What is the baseline recidivism rate?

RequiredotherQ15

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

What population was the baseline recidivism rate calculated for?

RequiredotherQ16

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

What type of baseline recidivism rate was provided?

RequiredotherQ17

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Select one. A. Rearrest rate. B. Reconviction rate. C. Reincarceration rate. D. Revocation that led to reincarceration rate. E. Other. F. If Other, explain:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

How long was the follow-up period for the baseline rate in months?

RequiredotherQ18

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

What percentage of reduction in recidivism is the grantee trying to achieve?

RequiredotherQ19

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Is there any other additional information you would like to provide about the baseline rate or your recidivism reduction goal?

RequiredotherQ20

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

If No, write “N/A.”

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Did you establish a cross-disciplinary working group that includes representatives from key stakeholders, such as state and local correctional, workforce development, reentry, and education agencies; service providers; and nonprofit organizations?

RequiredotherQ21

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Did you establish a schedule and/or frequency (e.g., monthly, quarterly, semiannually) for working group meetings?

RequiredotherQ22

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Did you establish an advisory group that includes educational providers, corrections and community supervision providers, and other reentry stakeholders?

RequiredotherQ23

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Did you establish a schedule and/or frequency (e.g., monthly, quarterly, semiannually) for advisory group meetings?

RequiredotherQ24

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Does your program provide education or employment services?

RequiredoutputQ25

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Answer only those questions applicable to the services you provide. If you provide education services, answer the questions in the Education Services section. If you provide employment services, answer the questions in the Employment Services section. Education Services

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Do you currently offer educational programming and/or services?

RequiredoutputQ26

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Since the beginning of the program, has a project lead been hired to manage strategic planning efforts and coordinate among key stakeholders within both correctional and community settings?

RequiredoutputQ27

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Not started yet. B. In progress. C. Complete.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

Since the beginning of the program, has a target population been identified and its key characteristics, including geographic area(s) of focus, demographics (e.g., ethnicity, sex, age), and recidivism risk level?

RequiredoutputQ28

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Not started yet. B. In progress. C. Complete.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

Before receiving BJA funding, what was the number of existing programs implemented within correctional facilities that were designed to provide educational and vocational education?

RequiredoutputQ29

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

If there were no existing correctional programs to increase educational attainment, report “999.”

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

Before receiving BJA funding, if programs designed to provide educational and vocational education were implemented within correctional facilities, provide the name(s) and/or description(s) of these programs. If there were no existing correctional programs to increase educational attainment, report “N/A.”

RequiredoutputQ30

Tier 1: Collect today

An output the funder classes as a count of activity.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

How do you measure improved education outcomes?

RequiredoutputQ31

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Check all that apply. A. Literacy attainment. B. High school equivalent. C. High school diploma. D. Higher education diploma. E. Certifications. F. Other, explain: Employment Services

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

Do you currently offer employment programming and/or services?

RequiredoutputQ32

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

Since the beginning of the program, has a project lead been hired to manage strategic planning efforts and coordinate among key stakeholders within both correctional and community settings?

RequiredoutputQ33

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Not started yet. B. In progress. C. Complete.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

Since the beginning of the program, has a target population been identified and its key characteristics, including geographic area(s) of focus, demographics (e.g., ethnicity, sex, age), and recidivism risk level?

RequiredoutputQ34

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Not started yet. B. In progress. C. Completed.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

Since the beginning of the program, has a strategy for creating individualized reentry plans and case management services to link participants to community-based services and employment post-release been developed?

RequiredoutputQ35

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Not started yet. B. In progress. C. Complete.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

Since the beginning of the program, have you developed a strategy to address identified system gaps related to reentry employment services?

RequiredoutputQ36

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Not started yet. B. In progress. C. Complete.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

Since the beginning of the program, have you used a process analysis and systems map of existing screening and referral services?

RequiredoutputQ37

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

Since the beginning of the program, have you used inventory of risk assessment tool(s) and job screening tool(s)?

RequiredoutputQ38

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

Since the beginning of the program, have you collected an inventory of barriers to reentry and employment (statutory, regulatory, rules-based, and practice based) that impact your state and area(s) of focus?

RequiredoutputQ39

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

Since the beginning of the program, have you identified specific system gaps related to reentry employment services to be addressed in the reentry plan?

RequiredoutputQ40

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

Before receiving BJA funding, what was the number of existing programs implemented within correctional facilities that were designed to increase job readiness, including those that lead to an industry recognized credential?

RequiredoutputQ41

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

If there were no existing correctional programs to increase job readiness, report “999.”

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

Before receiving BJA funding, if programs designed to increase job readiness were implemented within correctional facilities, provide the name(s) and/or description(s) of these programs. If there were no existing correctional programs to increase job readiness, report “N/A.” Please answer the following questions based on the services provided by your SCA-funded program. If a

RequiredoutputQ42

Tier 1: Collect today

An output the funder classes as a count of activity.

service is not applicable to your SCA-funded program, enter “999.”

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

Since the beginning of the program, provide the total number of participants who received the education services:

RequiredoutputQ43

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

Since the beginning of the program, provide the total number of participants who received employment services:

RequiredoutputQ44

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

Since the beginning of the program, provide the total number of participants who obtained a high school diploma or equivalent:

RequiredoutputQ45

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records. The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the school or district record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for school records

WA: school attendance, grades, credits and graduation progress Held by Seattle Public Schools. Lag: Event lag NR; automated files are contemplated. Processing: approximately 2-3 weeks, rising to 4-6 weeks after Decembe…
CA: student achievement and longitudinal education outcomes Held by California Department of Education, including CALPADS and assessment records. Lag: Data-year and event lag NR; availability depends on collections and requested linkage.
NY: graduation and postsecondary enrollment and persistence; other approved school outcomes Held by New York City Public Schools; approved administrative datasets. Lag: Annual files; attendance also has monthly files. Fixed event-to-extract lag NR.
IL: attendance, GPA, credits and graduation Held by Chicago Public Schools. Lag: Event lag NR. Processing: approximately 30 days to respond, then another 30 days to fulfill an approved request.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

Since the beginning of the program, provide the total number of participants who obtained vocational/professional/occupational certifications or licenses:

RequiredoutputQ46

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

Since the beginning of the program, provide the total number of participants who obtained a higher education degree:

RequiredoutputQ47

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

Since the beginning of the program, provide the total number of participants who obtained and retained employment for 6 months or longer:

RequiredoutputQ48

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

Did the program provide or facilitate training to program staff (or individuals involved in the program) during the reporting period?

RequiredotherQ49

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Training should be on a particular topic and/or a skill related to a specific operation for either individuals who can use the information or skill on their job or for trainers who will provide instruction to others. Examples include providing training on site in a classroom or in a virtual setting, hosting and/or conducting a webinar, or conducting a workshop at a conference or summit. A. Yes/No. (If No, skip to t…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

How many trainings were completed during the reporting period?

RequiredoutputQ50

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

For each of the trainings completed during the reporting period, provide the following information. Count each person only once per training topic, regardless of how many times they attended training. You may report up to five trainings per reporting period.

RequiredotherQ51

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

A. Training name: B. Target audience: C. Number of people trained: D. Training provider: E. What funds were used to provide the training? Select all that apply. SCA grant funds. National Training and Technical Assistance Center (NTTAC) funds. Other Office of Justice Programs (OJP) funds. Other funds. This set of questions is about court and criminal involvement for all individuals who have participated in the SCA p…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

Since the start of the award, how many individuals:

RequiredotherQ52

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Are still participating in post-release activities? B. Have successfully completed post-release services? C. Did not complete post-release services?

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

What is the average number of days that elapsed since individuals have been released from prison or jail?

RequiredotherQ53

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Calculate this rate by averaging the number of days since release for each individual:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

Since the start of the award, enter the total number of individuals who are still participating in the program and have had a court and/or criminal involvement event.

RequiredotherQ54

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Arrest and booking on a new charge: B. Conviction on a new charge: C. Revocation of the terms of supervised release: D. Reincarceration:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

Since the start of the award, enter the total number of individuals who successfully completed the program and have had a court and/or criminal involvement event.

RequiredotherQ55

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Arrest and booking on a new charge: B. Conviction on a new charge: C. Revocation of the terms of supervised release: D. Reincarceration:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 10

Since the start of the award, enter the total number of individuals who unsuccessfully exited the program and have had a court and/or criminal involvement event.

RequiredotherQ56

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Arrest and booking on a new charge: B. Conviction on a new charge: C. Revocation of the terms of supervised release: D. Reincarceration:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 10

How was the information obtained for those individuals who were arrested and booked on a new charge?

RequiredotherQ57

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select the best option that describes how the information was obtained. A. The grantee is a criminal justice agency such as a Department of Corrections, Probation, or Parole and has access to this information. B. The grantee has a memorandum of understanding (MOU), a memorandum of agreement (MOA), or a linkage agreement with a correctional agency that has access to this information. C. The grantee conducts public r…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 10

How was the information obtained for those individuals who were convicted on a new charge?

RequiredotherQ58

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select the best option that describes how the information was obtained. A. The grantee is a criminal justice agency such as a Department of Corrections, Probation, or Parole and has access to this information. B. The grantee has a MOU, a MOA, or a linkage agreement with a correctional agency that has access to this information. C. The grantee conducts public record jail/prison searches online. D. The grantee entere…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 10

How was the information obtained for individuals who had a revocation of the terms of supervised release?

RequiredotherQ59

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select the best option that describes how the information was obtained. A. The grantee is a criminal justice agency such as a Department of Corrections, Probation, or Parole and has access to this information. B. The grantee has a MOU, a MOA, or a linkage agreement with a correctional agency that has access to this information. C. The grantee conducts public record jail/prison searches online. D. The grantee entere…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 11

How was the information obtained for individuals who were reincarcerated?

RequiredotherQ60

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select the best option that describes how the information was obtained. A. The grantee is a criminal justice agency such as a Department of Corrections, Probation, or Parole and has access to this information. B. The grantee has a MOU, a MOA, or a linkage agreement with a correctional agency that has access to this information. C. The grantee conducts public record jail/prison searches online. D. The grantee entere…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 11

For which population(s) was the grantee able to obtain official justice information?

RequiredotherQ61

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select all that apply. A. Individuals who are still participating in the program. B. Individuals who successfully completed the program. C. Individuals who unsuccessfully exited the program.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 11

Was the information for each individual verified?

RequiredotherQ62

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Verified is defined as assessing whether each individual has had a court or criminal involvement event since the start of the BJA SCA award. B. No. (If No, skip to the last question in this section.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 11

How was the information for each individual verified?

RequiredotherQ63

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Verified is defined as assessing whether each individual has had a court or criminal involvement event since the start of the BJA SCA award.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 11

Provide any additional information or comments about your court and criminal involvement data.

RequiredotherQ64

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

In this module, you will identify the goals you hope to achieve with your funding. Once submitted, these goals cannot be changed without approval of your grant manager. Set S M A R T goals to clarify the scope of your priorities: • Specific. • Measurable. • Achievable. • Relevant. • Time-bound. If you have multiple goals, provide updates on each on separately. Please answer the following questions every semiannual…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 11

What were your accomplishments during reporting period?

RequiredotherQ1

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 12

What goals were accomplished as they relate to your grant application?

RequiredotherQ2

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 12

What problems/barriers did you encounter, if any, within the reporting period that prevented you from reaching your goals or milestones?

RequiredotherQ3

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 12

Is there any assistance that BJA can provide to address any problems/barriers identified in question 3?

RequiredotherQ4

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

A. Yes/No. B. If Yes, explain:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 12

Are you on track to complete your program fiscally and programmatically as outlined in your grant application?

RequiredotherQ5

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Yes/No. B. If No, explain:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 12

What major activities are planned for the next 6 months?

RequiredotherQ6

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 12

Based on your knowledge of the criminal justice field, are there any innovative programs/accomplishments that you would like to share with BJA?

RequiredotherQ7

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

THANK YOU FOR PARTICIPATING!

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 12

Is this the last reporting period for which the award will have data to report?

RequiredotherQ1

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

For example, all funds have been expended and the award is in the process of closing out in the Justice Grants system (JustGrants). A. Yes/No (If Yes, answer the Semiannual Narrative questions and create a final report)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 1

Was there grant activity during the reporting period?

RequiredotherQ2

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

There is grant activity when the grantee has obligated, expended, or drawn down grant funds to implement objectives proposed in the BJA- approved grant application. If you select Yes, the program becomes operational and should remain so until the grant closes out. A. Yes/No (If No, select reasons for no grant activity during reporting period) Reason(s) for no grant activity during the reporting period Select all th…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 1

What is the target population that your program serves?

RequiredotherQ3

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select all that apply. A. Males B. Females C. Youth (under 18 years) D. Young adults (18–25 years) E. Adults (over 25 years) F. High risk (based on criminogenic risks/needs) G. Medium risk (based on criminogenic risks/needs) H. Low risk (based on criminogenic risks/needs) I. There are no specific characteristics for target population J. Other K. If Other, describe: ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

Have you calculated a baseline recidivism rate?

RequiredotherQ4

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

A. Yes B. If No, explain: ____ (If No, skip to the next section)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

What is the baseline recidivism rate?

RequiredotherQ5

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

What population was the baseline recidivism rate calculated for?

RequiredotherQ6

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

What type of baseline recidivism rate is being provided?

RequiredotherQ7

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Select one. A. Rearrest rate B. Reconviction rate C. Reincarceration rate D. Revocation that led to reincarceration E. Other F. If Other, explain: ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

How long was the follow-up period for the baseline rate (in months)?

RequiredotherQ8

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

What percentage reduction in recidivism is the grantee trying to achieve?

RequiredotherQ9

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Is there any other additional information you would like to provide about the baseline rate or your recidivism-reduction goal?

RequiredotherQ10

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

If No, write N/A.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Enter the number of new Second Chance Act (SCA) outcome-based contracts executed during the reporting period. ____

RequiredoutcomeQ11

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Report each active SCA outcome-based contracts during the reporting period in which it is executed. ____

RequiredoutcomeQ12

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Identify the number of outcome benchmarks established within all contracts since the beginning of the program. ____

RequiredoutcomeQ13

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Of those, how many were achieved during the reporting period?

RequiredoutcomeQ14

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Of those, how many were not achieved during the reporting period?

RequiredoutcomeQ15

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Since the beginning of the SCA outcome-based contract(s), enter the number of people receiving contracted services (i.e., total number of people who received a service).

RequiredoutputQ16

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Since the beginning of the SCA outcome-based contract(s), enter the number of people receiving contracted services (i.e., housing). ____

RequiredoutputQ17

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Since the beginning of the SCA outcome-based contract(s), enter the number of people receiving contracted services (i.e., recovery support services). ____

RequiredoutputQ18

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Since the beginning of the SCA outcome-based contract(s), enter the number of people receiving contracted services (i.e., substance use treatment). ____

RequiredoutputQ19

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Enter the number of people involved in the SCA outcome-based contract project that received training or were involved in a technical assistance engagement during the reporting period. ____

RequiredoutputQ20

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Since the beginning of the SCA outcome-based contract, when compared to the base year, what is the percentage change in the following: Average length of stay in local jails involved in the project?

RequiredotherQ21

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Only report those metrics that you are actively tracking.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Since the beginning of the SCA outcome-based contract, when compared to the base year, what is the percentage change in the following: People receiving housing services with stable housing for more than 6 months (percentage)?

RequiredotherQ22

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

No cleared, validated, free outcome instrument exists for housing stability. The funder's own item (SAMHSA SUPRT-C client form, item A2d), an HMIS exit destination, or a partner record is the substitute. Source

Only report those metrics that you are actively tracking.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Is your grant project working with an internal or external researcher or evaluator?

RequiredotherQ23

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

In what ways did your researcher contribute to the project during the reporting period?

RequiredotherQ24

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

During the reporting period, were adjustments made to the project’s operating procedures based on research/evaluation findings?

RequiredotherQ25

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Since the start of the award, how many individuals:

RequiredotherQ26

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Are still participating in post-release services? ____ B. Have successfully completed post-release services? ____ C. Did not complete post-release services? ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

What is the average number of days that have elapsed since individuals have been released from prison or jail?

RequiredotherQ27

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Calculate this rate by averaging the number of days since release for each individual.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Since the start of the award, enter the total number of individuals who are still participating in the program and have had a court and/or criminal involvement event.

RequiredotherQ28

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Arrest and booking on a new charge ____ B. Conviction on a new charge ____ C. Revocation of the terms of supervised release ____ D. Reincarceration ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Since the start of the award, enter the total number of individuals who successfully completed the program and have had a court and/or criminal involvement event.

RequiredotherQ29

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Arrest and booking on a new charge ____ B. Conviction on a new charge ____ C. Revocation of the terms of supervised release ____ D. Reincarceration ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

Since the start of the award, enter the total number of individuals who unsuccessfully exited the program and have had a court and/or criminal involvement event.

RequiredotherQ30

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Arrest and booking on a new charge ____ B. Conviction on a new charge ____ C. Revocation of the terms of supervised release ____ D. Reincarceration ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

How was the information obtained for those individuals who were arrested and booked on a new charge?

RequiredotherQ31

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

How was the information obtained for those individuals who were convicted on a new charge?

RequiredotherQ32

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select the best option that describes how the information was obtained. A. The grantee is a criminal justice agency such as the department of corrections, probation, or parole and has access to this information B. The grantee has an MOU, an MOA, or a linkage agreement with a correctional agency that has access to this information C. The grantee conducts public record jail/prison searches online D. The grantee enter…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

How was the information obtained for individuals who had a revocation of the terms of supervised release?

RequiredotherQ33

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select the best option that describes how the information was obtained. A. The grantee is a criminal justice agency such as the department of corrections, probation, or parole and has access to this information B. The grantee has an MOU, an MOA, or a linkage agreement with a correctional agency that has access to this information C. The grantee conducts public record jail/prison searches online D. The grantee enter…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

How was the information obtained for those individuals who were reincarcerated?

RequiredotherQ34

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select the best option that describes how the information was obtained. A. The grantee is a criminal justice agency such as the department of corrections, probation, or parole and has access to this information B. The grantee has an MOU, an MOA, or a linkage agreement with a correctional agency that has access to this information C. The grantee conducts public record jail/prison searches online D. The grantee enter…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

For which population(s) is the grantee able to obtain official justice information?

RequiredotherQ35

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select all that apply. A. Individuals who are still participating in the program B. Individuals who successfully completed the program C. Individuals who unsuccessfully exited the program

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

Was the information for each individual verified?

RequiredotherQ36

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Verified is defined as assessing whether each individual has had a court or criminal involvement event since the start of the BJA SCA award. A. Yes B. No (If No, skip to question 38)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

How was the information for individuals verified?

RequiredotherQ37

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Verified is defined as assessing whether each individual has had a court or criminal involvement event since the start of the BJA SCA award.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

Provide any additional information or comments about your court or criminal involvement data. ____ In this module, you will identify the goals you hope to achieve with your funding. Once submitted, these goals cannot be changed without approval of your grant manager.

RequiredotherQ38

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

What were your accomplishments during reporting period?

RequiredotherQ1

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

What goals were accomplished, as they relate to your grant application?

RequiredotherQ2

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

What problems/barriers did you encounter, if any, within the reporting period that prevented you from reaching your goals or milestones?

RequiredotherQ3

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

Is there any assistance that BJA can provide to address any problems/barriers identified in question 3?

RequiredotherQ4

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

A. Yes/No B. If Yes, explain: ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

Are you on track to complete your program fiscally and programmatically as outlined in your grant application?

RequiredotherQ5

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Yes/No B. If No, explain: ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

What major activities are planned for the next 6 months?

RequiredotherQ6

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

Based on your knowledge of the criminal justice field, are there any innovative programs/accomplishments that you would like to share with BJA?

RequiredotherQ7

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

THANK YOU FOR PARTICIPATING!

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

Is this the last reporting period for which the award will have data to report?

RequiredotherQ1

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

For example, all funds have been expended and the award is in the process of closing out in the Justice Grants System (JustGrants). A. Yes/No. (If Yes, answer the Semiannual Narrative Questions and create a final report.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 1

Was there grant activity during the reporting period?

RequiredotherQ2

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

There is grant activity when the grantee has obligated, expended, or drawn down grant funds to implement objectives proposed in the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA)-approved grant application. If Yes, the program becomes operational and should remain so until the grant closes out. A. Yes/No. B. If No, please select from the following responses: Reason(s) for No Grant Activity During the Reporting Period Select Al…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 1

Are you using your grant funds to provide treatment and services to individual program participants?

RequiredotherQ3

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

This includes using funds to provide treatment services directly to participants; it also includes providing participants with referrals to receive treatments and services from other programs and organizations. A. We are currently using grant funds to provide treatment and services to individual program participants. By selecting this option, you will answer questions in the Program Description and Program Particip…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

What is the target population that your program serves?

RequiredotherQ4

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select all that apply. A. Males. B. Females. C. Youth (i.e., under 18 years). D. Young adults (i.e., 18–25 years). E. Adults (i.e., over 25 years). F. High risk (based on criminogenic risks/needs). G. Medium risk (based on criminogenic risks/needs). H. Low risk (based on criminogenic risks/needs). I. N/A – There are no specific characteristics for target population. J. Other. K. If Other, explain: There may be wide…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

How many individuals do you plan to provide services to over the life of the grant?

RequiredoutputQ5

Planning figure, no collection needed

A planned or proposed figure, not a reported one.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Since the beginning of your grant, how many participants has your program served (cumulative)?

RequiredotherQ6

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Out of the total number of participants your program has served since the start of your grant, how many are:

RequiredotherQ7

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Still engaged with your program: B. No longer engaged with your program:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Out of the number of participants no longer engaged with your program since the start of the grant, how many have completed or not completed program requirements related to improving chances for successful reentry?

RequiredotherQ8

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Completed all program requirements or met program criteria: Such requirements/criteria can include completion of program milestones (e.g., a course of training, treatment plan) and/or meeting criteria indicative of improved chances of successful reentry (e.g., obtaining employment or housing). B. Have not completed all program requirements or met program criteria:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Have you calculated a baseline recidivism rate?

RequiredotherQ9

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

A. Yes. B. No, explain: (If No, skip to the next section.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

What is the baseline recidivism rate?

RequiredotherQ10

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

What population was the baseline recidivism rate calculated for?

RequiredotherQ11

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

What type of baseline recidivism rate was provided?

RequiredotherQ12

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Select one. A. Rearrest rate. B. Reconviction rate. C. Reincarceration rate. D. Revocation that led to reincarceration. E. Other. F. If Other, explain:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

How long was the follow-up period for the baseline rate in months?

RequiredotherQ13

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

What percentage reduction in recidivism is the grantee trying to achieve?

RequiredotherQ14

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Is there any other additional information you would like to provide about the baseline rate or your recidivism reduction goal?

RequiredotherQ15

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

If No, write “N/A.” Please answer the following questions related to your SCA-funded program’s use of screening and assessment tools (e.g., tools assessing criminogenic risk, substance use, and mental health).

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Are criminogenic risks and/or needs assessment tools used to inform the services provided to participants?

RequiredotherQ16

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

A. Yes/No. (If No, skip to the next section.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Are tool results used in determining who is admitted as a participant into the SCA-funded program?

RequiredotherQ17

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Yes/No.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Are tool results used to inform individualized case planning done by the SCA-funded program?

RequiredotherQ18

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Yes/No.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Name(s) of tool(s) used:

RequiredotherQ19

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Did the program provide or facilitate training to program staff (or individuals involved in the program) during the reporting period?

RequiredotherQ20

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Training on a particular topic and/or a skill related to a specific operation for either individuals who can use the information or skill on their job or trainers who will provide instruction to others. Examples include providing training in a classroom/on site or virtual setting; hosting and/or conducting a webinar; or conducting a workshop at a conference or summit. A. Yes/No. (If No, skip to the next section.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

How many trainings were completed during the reporting period?

RequiredoutputQ21

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

For each of the trainings completed during the reporting period, provide the following information. Count each person only once per training topic, regardless of how many times they attended the training. You may report up to five trainings per reporting period.

RequiredotherQ22

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

A. Training name: B. Target audience: C. Number of people trained: D. Training provider: E. What funds were used to provide training? Select all that apply. SCA grant funds. National Training and Technical Assistance Center (NTTAC) funds. Other Office of Justice Programs (OJP) funds. Other funds.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Is your grant project working with an internal or external researcher or evaluator?

RequiredotherQ23

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

An internal researcher/evaluator is someone who is considered a full-time employee (FTE) of the agency responsible for the operation of the program. This could include a crime analyst, internal statistics department employee, or someone from a research arm of the organization. An external researcher/evaluator is considered someone who is not organizationally affiliated with the agency responsible for the operation…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

In what ways did your researcher contribute to the project during the reporting period?

RequiredotherQ24

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select all that apply. A. Conducted data analysis (data collection, analysis, visualization, etc.). B. Defined the problem of focus the project will address. C. Defined programmatic activities, procedures, or practices. D. Developed logic models. E. Developed an evaluation or data collection plan. F. Conducted a process evaluation of the project. G. Conducted an outcome evaluation of the project. H. Evaluated the p…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

During the reporting period, were adjustments made to the project’s operating procedures based on research/evaluation findings?

RequiredotherQ25

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Yes/No. (If No, skip to the next section.) B. If Yes, describe: Please answer the following questions based on your SCA-funded project. Please update each reporting period. For questions asking about the current reporting period, please report on only those individuals who are considered part of your SCA Swift, Certain, and Fair (SCF) project target population (i.e., participants). Individuals who fall outside o…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

How many new participants joined your program this reporting period?

RequiredoutputQ26

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

How many total participants did your program serve this reporting period?

RequiredoutputQ27

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

During the year prior to the grant period, what was the average (i.e., mean) number of days from when a violation notice was filed to when a sanction was administered for individuals under supervision?

RequiredotherQ28

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Only report on those individuals who are considered part of your SCF program target population (e.g., participants). Individuals that fall outside of this scope should not be included in the calculation.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

During the current reporting period, what was the average number of days from when a violation notice was filed to when a sanction was administered for SCF program participants?

RequiredotherQ29

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

During the year prior to the grant period, what was the average number of days from when good behavior was noticed/detected to when a reward was administered for individuals under supervision?

RequiredotherQ30

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

During the current reporting period, what was the average number of days from when good behavior was noticed/detected to when a reward was administered for SCF program participants?

RequiredotherQ31

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

During the year prior to the grant period, what was the average number of days between violations for individuals under supervision who received more than one violation?

RequiredotherQ32

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

During the current reporting period, what was the average number of days between violations for SCF program participants who received more than one violation?

RequiredotherQ33

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

During the current reporting period, what was the total number of supervision violations by SCF program participants?

RequiredotherQ34

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

During the current reporting period, what was the total number of sanctions administered to SCF program participants for supervision violations?

RequiredotherQ35

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

During the current reporting period, what was the total number of good behaviors demonstrated by SCF program participants that were noticed/detected?

RequiredotherQ36

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

During the current reporting period, what was the total number of nonmonetary rewards administered to SCF program participants?

RequiredotherQ37

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

During the current reporting period, how many times were each of the following sanctions used?

RequiredotherQ38

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Count the number of times the sanctions were used, not the number of participants. A. Revocation: B. Confinement: C. Work release: D. Community service: E. Admonishment: F. Enhanced monitoring (e.g., increased supervision visits): G. Increased testing for substance use: H. Home detention: I. Work projects: J. None: K. Other: L. If Other, explain:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

During the current reporting period, how many times were each of the following nonmonetary rewards used?

RequiredotherQ39

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Count the number of times the nonmonetary rewards were used, not the number of participants. A. Letter of commendation: B. Verbal acknowledgement or praise: C. Reduced/waived fees/fines: D. Decreased supervision level: E. Decreased testing for substance use: F. Reduced community service: G. Early termination of supervision: H. Travel permits: I. Other: J. If Other, explain:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

During the current reporting period, how many drug/alcohol tests were administered to SCF participants?

RequiredotherQ40

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

During the current reporting period, how many of the drug/alcohol tests that were administered to SCF participants were positive and sanctionable?

RequiredotherQ41

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

During the current reporting period how many participants were referred and/or connected to mental health treatment services?

RequiredotherQ42

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

A. Referred to mental health treatment services: B. Connected to mental health treatment services:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

During the reporting period, how many participants were referred and/or connected to alcohol or other drug treatment services?

RequiredotherQ43

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Referred to alcohol or other drug treatment services: B. Connected to alcohol or other drug treatment services:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

During the reporting period, how many participants were referred and/or connected to co-occurring disorder treatment services?

RequiredotherQ44

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Referred to co-occurring disorder treatment services: B. Connected to co-occurring disorder treatment services:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

During the reporting period, how many participants were referred and/or connected to cognitive behavioral therapies?

RequiredotherQ45

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Referred to cognitive behavioral therapies: B. Connected to cognitive behavioral therapies:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

During the reporting period, how many participants were referred and/or connected to employment services?

RequiredotherQ46

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Referred to employment services: B. Connected to employment services:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

During the reporting period, how many participants were referred and/or connected to education services?

RequiredotherQ47

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Referred to education services: B. Connected to education services:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

During the reporting period, how many participants were referred and/or connected to housing services?

RequiredotherQ48

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Referred to housing services: B. Connected to housing services:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

During the reporting period, how many participants were referred and/or connected to other services?

RequiredotherQ49

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Referred to other services: B. Connected to other services: C. If Other, describe:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 10

During the current reporting period, did you implement new or modify existing policies or practices to align with the SCF principles (e.g., develop/adjust sanctions and incentives matrix based on SCF principles)?

RequiredotherQ50

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Yes/No. (If No, skip to the next section.) B. If Yes, describe: The next set of questions is about court and criminal involvement for all individuals who have ever participated in the SCA program. This section is to be completed at the close of the grant. Note that individuals can be included in more than one category. For example, an individual can have an arrest and conviction and then be incarcerated, and the…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 10

Since the start of the award, how many individuals:

RequiredotherQ51

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Are still participating in post-release services? B. Have successfully completed post-release services? C. Did not complete post-release services?

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 10

What is the average number of days that have elapsed since individuals have been released from prison or jail?

RequiredotherQ52

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Calculate this rate by averaging the number of days since release for each individual.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 10

Since the start of the award, enter the total number of individuals who are still participating in the program and have had a court and/or criminal involvement event.

RequiredotherQ53

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Arrest and booking on a new charge: B. Conviction on a new charge: C. Revocation of the terms of supervised release: D. Reincarceration:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 10

Since the start of the award, enter the total number of individuals who successfully completed the program and have had a court and/or criminal involvement event.

RequiredotherQ54

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Arrest and booking on new charge: B. Conviction on a new charge: C. Revocation of the terms of supervised release: D. Reincarceration:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 11

Since the start of the award, enter the total number of individuals who unsuccessfully exited the program and have had a court and/or criminal involvement event.

RequiredotherQ55

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Arrest and booking on new charge: B. Conviction on a new charge: C. Revocation of the terms of supervised release: D. Reincarceration:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 11

How was the information obtained for those individuals who were arrested and booked on a new charge?

RequiredotherQ56

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select the best option that describes how the information was obtained. A. The grantee is a criminal justice agency such as the Department of Corrections, Probation, or Parole and has access to this information. B. The grantee has a memorandum of understanding (MOU), a memorandum of agreement (MOA), or a linkage agreement with a correctional agency that has access to this information. C. The grantee conducts public…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 11

How was the information obtained for those individuals who were convicted on a new charge?

RequiredotherQ57

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select the best option that describes how the information was obtained. A. The grantee is a criminal justice agency such as the Department of Corrections, Probation, or Parole and has access to this information. B. The grantee has a MOU, a MOA, or a linkage agreement with a correctional agency that has access to this information. C. The grantee conducts public record jail/prison searches online. D. The grantee ente…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 11

How was the information obtained for individuals who had revocation of the terms of supervised release?

RequiredotherQ58

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select the best option that describes how the information was obtained. A. The grantee is a criminal justice agency such as the Department of Corrections, Probation, or Parole and has access to this information. B. The grantee has a MOU, a MOA, or a linkage agreement with a correctional agency that has access to this information. C. The grantee conducts public record jail/prison searches online. D. The grantee ente…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 12

How was the information obtained for those individuals who were reincarcerated?

RequiredotherQ59

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select the best option that describes how the information was obtained. A. The grantee is a criminal justice agency such as the Department of Corrections, Probation, or Parole and has access to this information. B. The grantee has a MOU, a MOA, or a linkage agreement with a correctional agency that has access to this information. C. The grantee conducts public record jail/prison searches online. D. The grantee ente…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 12

For which population(s) is the grantee able to obtain official justice information?

RequiredotherQ60

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select all that apply. A. Individuals who are still participating in the program. B. Individuals who successfully completed the program. C. Individuals who unsuccessfully exited the program.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 12

Was the information for each individual verified?

RequiredotherQ61

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

“Verified” is defined as assessing whether each individual has had a court or criminal involvement event since the start of the BJA SCA award. A. Yes. B. No. (If No, skip to question 63.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 12

How was the information for individuals verified?

RequiredotherQ62

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

“Verified” is defined as assessing whether each individual has had a court or criminal involvement event since the start of the BJA SCA award.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 12

Provide any additional information or comments about your court and criminal involvement data.

RequiredotherQ63

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 12

What were your accomplishments during reporting period?

RequiredotherQ1

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 13

What goals were accomplished, as they relate to your grant application?

RequiredotherQ2

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 13

What problems/barriers did you encounter, if any, within the reporting period that prevented you from reaching your goals or milestones?

RequiredotherQ3

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 13

Is there any assistance that BJA can provide to address any problems/barriers identified in question 3?

RequiredotherQ4

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

A. Yes/No. B. If Yes, explain:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 13

Are you on track to complete your program fiscally and programmatically as outlined in your grant application?

RequiredotherQ5

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Yes/No. B. If No, explain:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 13

What major activities are planned for the next 6 months?

RequiredotherQ6

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 13

Based on your knowledge of the criminal justice field, are there any innovative programs/accomplishments that you would like to share with BJA?

RequiredotherQ7

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

THANK YOU FOR PARTICIPATING!

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 13

Is this the last reporting period for which the award will have data to report?

RequiredotherQ1

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 1

Was there grant activity during the reporting period?

RequiredotherQ2

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

There is grant activity when the grantee has obligated, expended, or drawn down grant funds to implement objectives proposed in the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA)-approved grant application. If Yes, the program becomes operational and should remain so until the grant closes out. A. Yes/No. B. If No, select from the following responses: Reason(s) for No Grant Activity During the Reporting Period Select All That…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 1

Are you using your grant funds to provide treatment and services to individual program participants?

RequiredotherQ3

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

What is the target population that your program serves?

RequiredotherQ4

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

In which setting(s) does your program provide participants with services (case management, delivery of services, or facilitation of connection to services)?

RequiredotherQ5

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Choose the option that best applies. A. Pre-release (i.e., before release from a correctional facility, other detention, halfway house, etc.). B. Post-release. C. Both.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

Indicate if your Second Chance Act (SCA)-funded program serves individuals from any of the following criminal justice settings. Select all that apply.

RequiredotherQ6

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

What additional transitional services are SCA grant funds supporting in whole or in part?

RequiredotherQ7

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

How many individuals do you plan to provide services to over the life of the grant?

RequiredoutputQ8

Planning figure, no collection needed

A planned or proposed figure, not a reported one.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Since the beginning of your grant, how many participants has your program served (cumulative)?

RequiredotherQ9

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Out of the total number of participants your program has served since the start of your grant, how many are:

RequiredotherQ10

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Still engaged with your program B. No longer engaged with your program

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Out of the total number of participants no longer engaged with your program since the start of the grant, how many have:

RequiredotherQ11

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Completed all program requirements or met program criteria: Such requirements/criteria can include completion of program milestone (e.g., a course of training, treatment plan) and/or meeting criteria indicative of improved chances of successful reentry (e.g., obtaining employment or housing). B. Have not completed all program requirements or met program criteria:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Have you calculated a baseline recidivism rate?

RequiredotherQ12

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

A. Yes. B. No, explain: (If No, skip to the next section.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

What is the baseline recidivism rate?

RequiredotherQ13

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Provide a rate for a population that most closely represents the grantee’s target population. If the grantee does not have a baseline recidivism rate similar to the target population, use a recidivism rate for individuals who have been released from a state facility, local prison, or jail.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

What population was the baseline recidivism rate calculated for?

RequiredotherQ14

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

What type of baseline recidivism rate was provided?

RequiredotherQ15

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Select one. A. Rearrest rate. B. Reconviction rate. C. Reincarceration rate. D. Revocation that led to reincarceration. E. Other. F. If Other, explain:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

How long was the follow-up period for the baseline rate in months?

RequiredotherQ16

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

What percentage reduction in recidivism is the grantee trying to achieve?

RequiredotherQ17

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Is there any other additional information you would like to provide about the baseline rate or your recidivism-reduction goal?

RequiredotherQ18

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Are criminogenic risk and/or needs-assessment tools used to inform the services provided to participants?

RequiredotherQ19

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

A. Yes/No. (If No, skip to the next section.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

Are tool results used in determining who is admitted as a participant into the SCA-funded program?

RequiredotherQ20

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Yes/No.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

Are tool results used to inform individualized case planning done by the SCA-funded program?

RequiredotherQ21

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Yes/No.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

Name(s) of the tool(s) used:

RequiredotherQ22

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Testing referred to in this section includes urinalysis, breathalyzer, or other proven reliable forms of drug and alcohol testing. Testing can be administered either by your program or by another entity you are in coordination with.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

Do participants receive drug or alcohol testing to help monitor substance use and treatment progress?

RequiredotherQ23

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Yes/No. (If No, skip to the next section.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

Is testing random (as opposed to scheduling in advance with program participant knowledge)?

RequiredotherQ24

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

A. Yes/No.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

During the reporting period, how many program participants received at least one random drug or alcohol test?

RequiredotherQ25

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

During the reporting period, how many program participants tested positive at least once from a random drug or alcohol test?

RequiredotherQ26

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

This section focuses on program engagement with treatment services. Several studies indicate maintained engagement improves participant outcomes with substance use treatments. However, there may be wide variation among SCA efforts concerning what time lengths and activities constitute meaningful engagement towards program goals. Information from these questions should be interpreted in light of grantee program desi…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

On average, what is the estimated length of time it takes from when an individual is identified as having a substance use disorder to begin receiving treatment services?

RequiredoutputQ27

Tier 1: Collect today

An output the funder classes as a count of activity.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

Does your SCA-funded program provide treatments targeted to users with specific types of drug (or alcohol) addiction?

RequiredoutputQ28

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Select all that apply. A. Treatment is not targeted to a specific type of drug (or alcohol) addiction. B. Stimulants (e.g., cocaine, methamphetamine, bath salts, etc.). C. Opioids (e.g., heroin, synthetic opioids, prescription opioids, etc.). D. Alcohol. E. Other. F. If Other, explain:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

Is the program specifically designed to target substance users who are either parents of minor children or pregnant women?

RequiredoutputQ29

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Yes/No. (If No, skip to question 31.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

If Yes, please select all of the following that apply to your program:

RequiredoutputQ30

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

A. The program is designed to engage parents who are substance users and have minor children and/or pregnant women who are substance users. B. The program takes place in a correctional and/or residential facility where children reside with the substance user parent. C. None of the above.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

Does your program provide services to family members of program participants in a substance use treatment program?

RequiredoutputQ31

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

The definition of “family member” covers a wide range of relationships, including spouse, parents, parents-in-law, children, brothers, sisters, grandparents, grandchildren, stepparents, stepchildren, foster parents, foster children, guardianship relationships, and domestic partners. Services received by family members can include services for children (e.g., nursery and schooling, health care, etc.), family counsel…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

Since the beginning of the grant, how many program participants have family members who have received such services funded by SCA (cumulative)?

RequiredoutputQ32

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

Since the beginning of the grant, how many family members of program participants have received services funded by SCA (cumulative)?

RequiredoutputQ33

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

What substance use treatment services are at least being partially funded with SCA funds?

RequiredoutputQ34

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select all that apply. A. Outpatient services. B. Intensive outpatient/partial hospitalization services. C. Residential/inpatient services. D. Medically managed intensive inpatient services. E. Inpatient withdrawal management (detoxification), MAT. F. Co-occurring substance use and mental health disorder treatment services. G. Mental health treatment services. H. Family therapy. I. Trauma treatment. J. Other. K. If…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

Does your program provide MAT to participants receiving treatment?

RequiredoutputQ35

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Yes/No. (If No, skip to question 38.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

Which MAT medications are offered to individuals in the program?

RequiredoutputQ36

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select all that apply. A. Methadone. B. Buprenorphine (Suboxone, Subutex). C. Naltrexone (Vivitrol). D. N/A – The program does not provide MAT. E. Other. F. If Other, explain:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

Since the start of the grant, how many individuals with alcohol and/or opioid use disorders have been identified as eligible for MAT?

RequiredoutputQ37

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

This number should include both participants who were still engaged in the program and those who were no longer engaged during the last reporting period. Please provide the cumulative number.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

Since the start of the grant, how many individuals with alcohol and/or opioid use disorders have received at least one MAT treatment?

RequiredoutputQ38

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

This number should only include individual program participants who received at least one MAT during reporting period. Individuals should be included even if they received MAT in previous reporting periods. This number provides an indication of your program’s level of activity within a period related to treating individuals using MAT.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

Does your drug treatment program use cognitive behavioral therapies?

RequiredoutputQ39

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Yes/No. B. If Yes, describe: Please answer the following questions based on the services provided by your SCA-funded program. If a service is not applicable to your SCA-funded program, please enter “999.”

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

Since the beginning of the program, provide the total number of participants who received cognitive behavioral therapies:

RequiredoutputQ40

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

Since the beginning of the program, provide the total number of participants who received substance use disorder treatment:

RequiredoutputQ41

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

Since the beginning of the program, provide the total number of participants who received mental health treatment:

RequiredoutputQ42

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

Since the beginning of the program, provide the total number of participants who received education:

RequiredoutputQ43

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

Since the beginning of the program, provide the total number of participants who received employment:

RequiredoutputQ44

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

Since the beginning of the program, provide the total number of participants who received housing:

RequiredoutputQ45

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

Since the beginning of the program, provide the total number of participants who received other services:

RequiredoutputQ46

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

Since the beginning of the program, provide the total number of participants who obtained housing:

RequiredoutputQ47

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

Since the beginning of the program, provide the total number of participants who obtained permanent/stable housing (i.e., for 6 months or longer):

RequiredoutputQ48

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

Since the beginning of the program, provide the total number of participants who obtained a high school diploma or equivalent:

RequiredoutputQ49

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records. The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the school or district record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for school records

WA: school attendance, grades, credits and graduation progress Held by Seattle Public Schools. Lag: Event lag NR; automated files are contemplated. Processing: approximately 2-3 weeks, rising to 4-6 weeks after Decembe…
CA: student achievement and longitudinal education outcomes Held by California Department of Education, including CALPADS and assessment records. Lag: Data-year and event lag NR; availability depends on collections and requested linkage.
NY: graduation and postsecondary enrollment and persistence; other approved school outcomes Held by New York City Public Schools; approved administrative datasets. Lag: Annual files; attendance also has monthly files. Fixed event-to-extract lag NR.
IL: attendance, GPA, credits and graduation Held by Chicago Public Schools. Lag: Event lag NR. Processing: approximately 30 days to respond, then another 30 days to fulfill an approved request.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

Since the beginning of the program, provide the total number of participants who obtained vocational/professional/occupational certifications or licenses:

RequiredoutputQ50

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

Since the beginning of the program, provide the total number of participants who obtained a higher education degree:

RequiredoutputQ51

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

Since the beginning of the program, provide the total number of participants who obtained employment:

RequiredoutputQ52

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

Since the beginning of the program, provide the total number of participants who obtained and retained employment for 6 months or longer:

RequiredoutputQ53

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

Did the program provide or facilitate training to program staff (or individuals involved in the program) during the reporting period?

RequiredotherQ54

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Training on a particular topic and/or a skill related to a specific operation for either individuals who can use the information or skill on their job or trainers who will provide instruction to others. (Examples include providing training in a classroom/on site or virtual setting; hosting and/or conducting a webinar; or conducting a workshop at a conference or summit.) A. Yes/No. (If No, skip to the next section.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 10

How many trainings were completed during the reporting period?

RequiredoutputQ55

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 10

For each of the trainings completed during the reporting period, provide the following information. Count each person only once per training topic, regardless of how many times they attended the training. You may report up to five trainings per reporting period.

RequiredotherQ56

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

A. Training name: B. Target audience: C. Number of people trained: D. Training provider: E. What funds were used to provide the training? (Select all that apply.) SCA grant funds. National Training and Technical Assistance Center (NTTAC) funds. Other Office of Justice Programs (OJP) funds. Other funds.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 10

Is your grant project working with an internal or external researcher or evaluator?

RequiredotherQ57

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 10

In what ways did your researcher contribute to the project during the reporting period?

RequiredotherQ58

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 10

During the reporting period, were adjustments made to the project’s operating procedures based on research/evaluation findings?

RequiredotherQ59

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Yes/No. (If No, skip to the next section.) B. If Yes, describe: The next set of questions is about court and criminal involvement for individuals who have ever participated in the SCA program. This section is to be completed at the close of the grant. Note that individuals can be included in more than one category. For example, an individual can have an arrest and a conviction and then be reincarcerated, and the…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 11

Since the start of the award, how many individuals:

RequiredotherQ60

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Are still participating in post-release services? B. Have successfully completed post-release services? C. Did not complete post-release services?

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 11

What is the average number of days that have elapsed since individuals have been released from prison or jail?

RequiredotherQ61

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Calculate this rate by averaging the number of days since release for each individual.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 11

Since the start of the award, enter the total number of individuals who are still participating in the program and have had a court and/or criminal involvement event.

RequiredotherQ62

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Arrest and booking on a new charge: B. Conviction on a new charge: C. Revocation of the terms of supervised release: D. Reincarceration:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 11

Since the start of the award, enter the total number of individuals who successfully completed the program and have had a court and/or criminal involvement event.

RequiredotherQ63

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Arrest and booking on a new charge: B. Conviction on a new charge: C. Revocation of the terms of supervised release: D. Reincarceration:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 11

Since the start of the award, enter the total number of individuals who unsuccessfully exited the program and have had a court and/or criminal involvement event.

RequiredotherQ64

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Arrest and booking on a new charge: B. Conviction on a new charge: C. Revocation of the terms of supervised release: D. Reincarceration:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 12

How was the information obtained for those individuals who were arrested and booked on a new charge?

RequiredotherQ65

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select the best option that describes how the information was obtained. A. The grantee is a criminal justice agency such as the Department of Corrections, Probation, or Parole and has access to this information. B. The grantee has a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), or a linkage agreement with a correctional agency that has access to this information. C. The grantee conducts public…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 12

How was the information obtained for those individuals who were convicted on a new charge?

RequiredotherQ66

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select the best option that describes how the information was obtained. A. The grantee is a criminal justice agency such as the Department of Corrections, Probation, or Parole and has access to this information. B. The grantee has a MOU, a MOA, or a linkage agreement with a correctional agency that has access to this information. C. The grantee conducts public record jail/prison searches online. D. The grantee ente…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 12

How was the information obtained for individuals who had a revocation of the terms of supervised release?

RequiredotherQ67

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select the best option that describes how the information was obtained. A. The grantee is a criminal justice agency such as the Department of Corrections, Probation, or Parole and has access to this information. B. The grantee has a MOU, a MOA, or a linkage agreement with a correctional agency that has access to this information. C. The grantee conducts public record jail/prison searches online. D. The grantee ente…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 12

How was the information obtained for those individuals who were reincarcerated?

RequiredotherQ68

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select the best option that describes how the information was obtained. A. The grantee is a criminal justice agency such as the Department of Corrections, Probation, or Parole and has access to this information. B. The grantee has a MOU, a MOA, or a linkage agreement with a correctional agency that has access to this information. C. The grantee conducts public record jail/prison searches online. D. The grantee ente…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 13

For which population(s) is the grantee able to obtain official justice information?

RequiredotherQ69

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select all that apply. A. Individuals who are still participating in the program. B. Individuals who successfully completed the program. C. Individuals who unsuccessfully exited the program.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 13

Was the information for each individual verified?

RequiredotherQ70

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

“Verified” is defined as assessing whether each individual has had a court or criminal involvement event since the start of the BJA SCA award. A. Yes. B. No. (If No, skip to question 59.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 13

How was the information for individuals verified?

RequiredotherQ71

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

“Verified” is defined as assessing whether each individual has had a court and/or criminal involvement event since the start of the BJA SCA award.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 13

Please provide any additional information or comments about your court and criminal involvement data.

RequiredotherQ72

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 13

What were your accomplishments during reporting period?

RequiredotherQ1

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 14

What goals were accomplished, as they relate to your grant application?

RequiredotherQ2

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 14

What problems/barriers did you encounter, if any, within the reporting period that prevented you from reaching your goals or milestones?

RequiredotherQ3

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 14

Is there any assistance that BJA can provide to address any problems/barriers identified in question 3?

RequiredotherQ4

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

A. Yes/No. B. If Yes, explain:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 14

Are you on track to complete your program fiscally and programmatically as outlined in your grant application?

RequiredotherQ5

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Yes/No. B. If No, explain:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 14

What major activities are planned for the next 6 months?

RequiredotherQ6

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 14

Based on your knowledge of the criminal justice field, are there any innovative programs/accomplishments that you would like to share with BJA?

RequiredotherQ7

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

THANK YOU FOR PARTICIPATING!

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 14

Provide evidence-based reentry services to offenders.

RequiredotherQ1

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 1

Use validated assessment instruments to screen and identify offenders for treatment and reentry planning.

RequiredotherQ2

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 1

Implement a transition plan for offenders, incorporating both pre- and post-release services.

RequiredotherQ3

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 1

Provide treatment services (including substance use and mental health) to offenders.

RequiredotherQ4

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 1

Offer additional services (including educational/vocational, employment, and housing) to offenders.

RequiredotherQ5

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 1

Support offenders with case management to monitor reintegration.

RequiredotherQ6

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 1

Reduce recidivism.

RequiredotherQ7

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 1

Is the grantee operational during the reporting period?

RequiredotherQ1

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Grantees are operational when they: (1) have active participants, AND (2) have obligated, expended, and/or drawn down funds with their Second Chance Act (SCA) award. By selecting “Yes,” the program becomes operational and will remain so until the grantee closes out the award OR until there are no participants enrolled in the co-occurring program. If the grantee has not admitted participants with their SCA award, se…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

Has the grantee conducted planning activities in the reporting period?

RequiredotherQ2

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Planning activities may include hiring personnel, training staff, and any other activities conducted to prepare the program for participant admission. B. No. (Please explain below.) C. No, all planning activity has been completed:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

Is this the last time the grantee is reporting in the PMT before closing out the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) SCA award?

RequiredotherQ3

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

If “Yes,” the grantee must complete the required Court and Criminal Involvement section. A. Yes. B. No.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 2

In what Federal congressional district(s) were services provided?

RequiredotherQ4

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

A. Select district (drop-down box).

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Please specify the implementing organization type:

RequiredotherQ5

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

A. Nonprofit organization. B. Tribal government. C. State agency. D. Unit of local government.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Is the implementing organization faith based?

RequiredotherQ6

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Organizations nationwide may define themselves as being faith-based organizations. A. Yes. B. No.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

Is the implementing organization community based?

RequiredotherQ7

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

BJA defines community-based programs as neighborhoods or organizations that are representative of communities or significant segments of communities. A community-based organization can also be faith based. A. Yes. B. No. The second set of questions concerns information on the co-occurring program structure and the treatment services provided. The information in this section will be pre-populated once complete, and…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 3

What type of reentry services does the program provide to participants?

RequiredoutputQ8

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select the reentry services that best reflect the program design. For example, if the program only serves participants who have been released from prison or jail, select “Provides post-release services only.” This statement is true even if assessments occur pre-release and participants only receive services once released. A. Provides pre-release services only. B. Provides post-release services only. C. Provides bot…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Are co-occurring services provided to participants, either directly or through referrals?

RequiredoutputQ9

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Co-occurring services are therapies that focus on treating mental health and substance use dependency together. A. Yes, participants receive pre-release co-occurring services only. B. Yes, participants receive post-release co-occurring services only. C. Yes, participants receive both pre- and post-release co-occurring services. D. No, co-occurring services are not provided.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Are cognitive-based services provided to participants, either directly or through referrals?

RequiredoutputQ10

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Cognitive-based services are therapies that focus on the thought patterns, feelings, and behaviors of clients. These services aim to help clients change how they think and act. A. Yes, participants receive pre-release cognitive-based services only. B. Yes, participants receive post-release cognitive-based services only. C. Yes, participants receive both pre- and post-release cognitive-based services. D. No, cogniti…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 4

Are employment services provided to participants, either directly or through referrals?

RequiredoutputQ11

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Employment services provide job assistance to participants to help find them employment. They increase opportunities for ex-offenders to find jobs and stay employed. A. Yes, participants receive pre-release employment services only. B. Yes, participants receive post-release employment services only. C. Yes, participants receive both pre- and post-release employment services. D. No, employment services are not provi…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Are educational services provided to participants, either directly or through referrals?

RequiredoutputQ12

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Educational services foster knowledge and help participants obtain a high school diploma, GED, vocational certificate, and/or higher education. A. Yes, participants receive pre-release educational services only. B. Yes, participants receive post-release educational services only. C. Yes, participants receive both pre- and post-release educational services. D. No, educational services are not provided.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Are housing services provided to participants, either directly or through referrals?

RequiredoutputQ13

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Housing services assist participants in finding a place to live. They are designed to help individuals and families find, obtain, or retain suitable housing. Transitional housing and halfway houses are included. A. Yes, participants receive pre-release housing services only. B. Yes, participants receive post-release housing services only. C. Yes, participants receive both pre- and post-release housing services. D.…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 5

Is the co-occurring program jail based or prison based?

RequiredotherQ14

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Jail based. B. Prison based. C. Both.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

Enter a co-occurring program description below:

RequiredotherQ15

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

List the target population the grantee will be serving. Include information such as the risk level of the participants; the type of facility; the geographic area where ex-offenders were released; and whether particular sex, racial, and/or ethnic characteristics are targeted.

RequiredotherQ16

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

What is the expected number of participants the co-occurring program plans to serve?

RequiredotherQ17

Planning figure, no collection needed

A planned or proposed figure, not a reported one.

Please provide the number of expected participants over the life of the grant award. This value may correspond to what was reported in the grant application. A. Enter the expected number of participants:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

What is the date that the co-occurring program first enrolled a participant with the BJA Second Chance Act (SCA) award funding?

RequiredotherQ18

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

The implementation date for questions 18 and 19 may be the same if the co-occurring program did not exist before the BJA SCA award. A. Enter the date: ( / / )

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 6

What is the date that the co-occurring program first enrolled a participant?

RequiredotherQ19

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

For example, if the co-occurring program was in existence before the BJA SCA award, enter that date. The intent of the question is to determine the length of time since program implementation. A. Enter the date: ( / / ) Baseline Recidivism

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

Have you calculated a baseline recidivism rate?

RequiredotherQ20

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

A. Yes. B. No, (Please explain.) . (Skip the remainder of the section.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

What is the baseline recidivism rate?

RequiredotherQ21

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Provide a rate for a population that most closely represents the grantee’s target population. If the grantee does not have a baseline rate similar to the target population, use a recidivism rate for ex-offenders that have been released from a state facility, local prison, or jail. A. Enter the baseline recidivism rate:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

What population was the baseline recidivism rate calculated for?

RequiredotherQ22

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Select one. A. Ex-offenders similar to the target population. B. Ex-offenders from a county/local jail facility. C. Ex-offenders from a prison facility. D. Ex-offenders from the entire state. E. Other: F. If Other, please explain:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

What type of baseline recidivism rate is the grantee providing?

RequiredotherQ23

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Select one. A. Rearrest rate. B. Reconviction rate. C. Reincarceration rate. D. Revocation that led to reincarceration. E. Other. F. If Other, please explain:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

How long was the follow-up period for the baseline rate?

RequiredotherQ24

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

A. Enter the number in months:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

What percent reduction in recidivism is the grantee trying to achieve?

RequiredotherQ25

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

A. Enter the percentage:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 7

What is the expected date when the recidivism reduction will be achieved?

RequiredotherQ26

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

A. Enter the date: ( / / )

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

Is there any other additional information you would like to provide about the baseline rate or your recidivism reduction goal?

RequiredotherQ27

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 8

How many total participants were enrolled to the co-occurring program during the reporting period?

RequiredoutputQ28

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

This includes new admissions, those previously admitted who continue to participate, and those who dropped out during the reporting period. A. Total number enrolled in pre-release services: B. Total number enrolled in post-release services:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

How many NEW participants were admitted to the co-occurring program?

RequiredoutputQ29

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

New participants are unique individuals who began receiving services in the reporting period. Only individuals who exit the program without completion and are readmitted may be counted twice. For the first reporting period that the grantee becomes operational, report all participants enrolled as NEW. A. Number of NEW participants admitted to pre-release services: B. Number of NEW participants admitted to post-relea…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

Does the co-occurring program use a risk assessment?

RequiredotherQ30

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A risk assessment is an instrument used to help identify factors that may lead an offender to reoffend. It pinpoints needed services to minimize those risks.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 9

Is the risk assessment instrument validated?

RequiredotherQ31

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

A validated risk assessment is one that has been empirically proven to be effective at predicting criminal recidivism. A normalized risk instrument is one that has been normed, or proven reliable, for the grantee’s target population. A. Not validated. B. Validated. C. Validated and normalized.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 10

What risk assessment instrument is used?

RequiredotherQ32

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

(Drop-down box) A. For participants receiving pre-release services:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 10

What was the risk assessment level of NEW pre-release participants?

RequiredotherQ33

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Risk assessments can occur before or after the participant is admitted to the program. The number of participants reported should equal the total number of NEW participants admitted during the reporting period.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 10

How many NEW participants received a case plan (i.e., transition plan)?

RequiredoutputQ34

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A case plan or transition plan is designed to reduce criminogenic risk, address criminogenic needs, and support reintegration of offenders into the community. Case plans can be made before or after the participant is admitted to the program. A. For participants receiving pre-release services: Post-release Drug Testing

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 10

Are participants in the co-occurring program given bioassays for alcohol or drug screening?

RequiredotherQ35

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A bioassay is a biological sample used to determine the presence or strength of alcohol or drugs. Examples of bioassays include urinalysis, oral, hair, saliva, or blood tests.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 10

Of those enrolled in the co-occurring program for at least 90 days, how many participants were tested for alcohol or illegal substances during the reporting period?

RequiredotherQ36

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

The count should be an unduplicated count only of participants enrolled in the program at least 90 days who were tested for alcohol or illegal substance use. A. For participants receiving post-release services:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 11

Of those enrolled in the co-occurring program for at least 90 days, how many participants tested positive for alcohol or illegal substances during the reporting period?

RequiredotherQ37

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

The number entered should be an unduplicated count only of participants enrolled in the program at least 90 days who tested positive for alcohol or illegal substances, and it should be equal to or less than the number of participants tested. If not, please check for data entry error. Alcohol and substance use information should be based on documented tests rather than self-reported information from program particip…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 11

Enter the appropriate ethnicity and sex and then the race and sex of NEW participants admitted to the pre-release co-occurring program. Hispanics should be counted in the race category that best describes their racial identity, including White, Black or African American, Asian, American Indian or Alaska Native, Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, multiracial, other,

RequiredotherQ38

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of people served, held in the organization’s own records.

or unknown. Note that the counts reported in the ethnicity and race matrices should be equal, because people of Hispanic origin may be of any race. For instance, if there are 10 new male participants enrolled in the program who are Non-Hispanic and White, 10 should be reported under Non-Hispanic Male under Ethnicity and Sex (question 39A) and 10 under White Male under Race and Sex (question 39B). For the first repo…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 12

Define successful completion for the co-occurring program. Successful completion definitions can be either process based (e.g., the program participant has completed 70% of program requirements or an individual case plan within 1 year) or outcome based (e.g., the program participant has achieved core benchmark goals of the program that are not necessarily

RequiredotherQ39

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

related to behaviors [such as, but not limited to, attaining stable housing and employment, earning a GED, etc.] within 1 year).

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 13

What is the expected co-occurring program length in months?

RequiredotherQ40

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

A. For participants receiving pre-release services: B. For participants receiving post-release services:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 13

Did any participants leave the program, either successfully or unsuccessfully, during the reporting period?

RequiredotherQ41

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Yes. B. No. (Skip the remainder of this section and go to question 50.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 13

Have any participants successfully completed the co-occurring program requirements in the reporting period?

RequiredotherQ42

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

i. If No, why have participants not successfully completed the co-occurring program?

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 13

How many participants successfully completed the co-occurring program requirements?

RequiredoutputQ43

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Number of participants who completed pre-release services: B. Number of participants who completed post-release services: C. Of the post-release participants who completed the program requirements, how many participants also successfully completed pre-release services? Unsuccessful Completions

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 14

Have any participants unsuccessfully exited the co-occurring program in the reporting period?

RequiredotherQ44

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 14

Enter the number of individuals who did not complete the co-occurring program for the categories below. Participants should not be counted in more than one category, so choose the option that best represents why the individuals did not complete the program. For example, if participants broke the program’s rules, then they would fall under “A”; but if they stopped

RequiredoutputQ45

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

attending treatment services, they would fall under “C.” Outcomes for Post-release Program Exits

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 14

What was the risk assessment level for those individuals who exited post-release services?

RequiredotherQ46

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

All fields combined should equal the number of successful and unsuccessful completers who exited the program during the reporting period.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 15

How many post-release participants exited the co-occurring program and were employed during the reporting period?

RequiredoutputQ47

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records. The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the state wage record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for wages and employment

CA: employment and quarterly earnings Held by Employment Development Department, UI wage records. Lag: EDD says wage abstracts are usually five months behind; a standard abstract covers up to five quarters.
WA: employment and quarterly earnings Held by Employment Security Department. Lag: State-specific event-to-delivery lag NR. Quarterly records; do not treat application acknowledgment as data availabili…
National: SCSEP post-exit employment and earnings Held by State wage agencies; Kansas Department of Commerce and DOL through CRIS/SWIS. Lag: CRIS-specific delivery lag NR. Measures concern employment in the second and fourth quarters after exit and second-qua…

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Participants are considered to have maintained employment if a job is lost, and a new job is found within 30 days. The “Don’t Know” category indicates the number of individuals whose employment status is unknown, not the number of individuals who were unemployed.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 15

How many post-release participants exited the co-occurring program and were housed during the reporting period?

RequiredoutputQ48

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Housing can include transitional housing, such as group homes and long-term shelters. Report on individuals, not the number of times housing was obtained. The “Don’t Know” category indicates the number of individuals whose housing status is unknown, not the number of individuals who were not housed. The next set of questions is about the number of participants who received services in the following categories: co-o…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 15

How many participants received a substance use and/or mental health screening?

RequiredoutputQ49

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A screening identifies participants who need further assessment or treatment, but it does not establish a definite diagnosis or treatment. A. For participants receiving pre-release services: B. For participants receiving post-release services:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 16

How many participants received a substance use and/or mental health clinical assessment?

RequiredoutputQ50

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A clinical assessment is provided by a licensed clinician and establishes a definite diagnosis and treatment. A. For participants receiving pre-release services: B. For participants receiving post-release services:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 16

Does the co-occurring program refer individuals out to other agencies to receive co- occurring services?

RequiredoutputQ51

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 16

How many NEW participants were referred out to receive co-occurring services?

RequiredoutputQ52

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 16

Does the co-occurring program provide co-occurring services directly to participants?

RequiredoutputQ53

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

B. No (Go to the next set of service questions.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 16

How many total participants were enrolled in co-occurring services that were directly provided during the reporting period?

RequiredoutputQ54

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

The count includes new enrollees, those previously admitted who continue to participate, and those who dropped out during the reporting period. A. For participants receiving pre-release services: B. For participants receiving post-release services:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 17

How many NEW participants were enrolled in co-occurring services that were directly provided?

RequiredoutputQ55

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

New participants are unique individuals who began receiving services during the reporting period. A. For participants receiving pre-release services: B. For participants receiving post-release services: Cognitive-based Services Cognitive-based services are therapies that focus on the thought patterns, feelings, and behaviors of clients. These services aim to help clients change how they think and act. Only include…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 17

Does the co-occurring program refer individuals out to other agencies to receive cognitive-based services?

RequiredoutputQ56

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 18

How many NEW participants were referred out to receive cognitive-based services?

RequiredoutputQ57

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 18

Does the co-occurring program provide cognitive-based services directly to participants?

RequiredoutputQ58

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

B. No. (Go to the next set of service questions.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 18

How many total participants were enrolled in cognitive-based services that were directly provided during the reporting period?

RequiredoutputQ59

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

The count includes new enrollees those previously admitted who continue to participate, and those who dropped out during the reporting period. A. For participants receiving pre-release services: B. For participants receiving post-release services:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 18

How many NEW participants were enrolled in cognitive-based services that were directly provided?

RequiredoutputQ60

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

New participants are unique individuals who began receiving services during the reporting period. A. For participants receiving pre-release services: B. For participants receiving post-release services: Employment Services Employment services provide job assistance to participants to help find them employment. They increase opportunities for ex-offenders to find jobs and stay employed. Only include information on p…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 18

Does the co-occurring program refer individuals out to other agencies to receive employment services?

RequiredoutputQ61

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 19

How many NEW participants were referred out to receive employment services?

RequiredoutputQ62

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 19

Does the co-occurring program provide employment services directly to participants?

RequiredoutputQ63

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

B. No. (Go to the next set of service questions.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 19

How many total participants were enrolled in employment services that were directly provided?

RequiredoutputQ64

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

This includes both new enrollees and those previously enrolled who continue to participate. A. For participants receiving pre-release services: B. For participants receiving post-release services:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 19

How many NEW participants were enrolled in employment services that were directly provided?

RequiredoutputQ65

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 19

How many participants who were directly provided with employment services obtained employment?

RequiredoutputQ66

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Participants are considered to have maintained employment if a job is lost, and a new job is found within 30 days. Report the number of participants who obtained a job and not the number of jobs that were obtained. For example, if one person obtains a job in this reporting period but then lost his or her job and obtained another job in the next reporting period, only count the participant in the reporting period wh…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 20

Does the co-occurring program refer individuals out to other agencies to receive educational services?

RequiredoutputQ67

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 20

How many NEW participants were referred out to receive educational services?

RequiredoutputQ68

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 20

Does the co-occurring program provide educational services directly to participants?

RequiredoutputQ69

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

B. No. (Go to the next set of service questions.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 20

How many total participants were enrolled in educational services that were directly provided during the reporting period?

RequiredoutputQ70

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 20

How many NEW participants were enrolled in educational services that were directly provided?

RequiredoutputQ71

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 21

How many participants who were directly provided with educational services obtained a high school diploma or equivalent (i.e., GED)?

RequiredoutputQ72

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records. The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the school or district record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for school records

WA: school attendance, grades, credits and graduation progress Held by Seattle Public Schools. Lag: Event lag NR; automated files are contemplated. Processing: approximately 2-3 weeks, rising to 4-6 weeks after Decembe…
CA: student achievement and longitudinal education outcomes Held by California Department of Education, including CALPADS and assessment records. Lag: Data-year and event lag NR; availability depends on collections and requested linkage.
NY: graduation and postsecondary enrollment and persistence; other approved school outcomes Held by New York City Public Schools; approved administrative datasets. Lag: Annual files; attendance also has monthly files. Fixed event-to-extract lag NR.
IL: attendance, GPA, credits and graduation Held by Chicago Public Schools. Lag: Event lag NR. Processing: approximately 30 days to respond, then another 30 days to fulfill an approved request.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

A. For participants receiving pre-release services: B. For participants receiving post-release services:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 21

How many participants who were directly provided with educational services obtained a vocational certificate?

RequiredoutputQ73

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. For participants receiving pre-release services: B. For participants receiving post-release services:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 21

How many participants who were directly provided with educational services obtained higher education?

RequiredoutputQ74

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Higher education includes college and graduate degrees. A. For participants receiving pre-release services: B. For participants receiving post-release services: Housing Services Housing services assist participants in finding a place to live. They are designed to help individuals and families find, obtain, or retain suitable housing. Transitional housing and halfway houses are included. Only include information on…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 21

Does the co-occurring program refer individuals out to other agencies to receive housing services?

RequiredoutputQ75

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 21

How many NEW participants were referred out to receive housing services?

RequiredoutputQ76

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 21

Does the co-occurring program provide housing services directly to participants?

RequiredoutputQ77

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

B. No. (Go to the next set of service questions.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 22

How many total participants were enrolled in housing services that were directly provided during the reporting period?

RequiredoutputQ78

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

The count includes new admissions, those previously admitted who continue to participate, and those who dropped out during the reporting period. A. For participants receiving pre-release services: B. For participants receiving post-release services:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 22

How many NEW participants were enrolled in housing services that were directly provided?

RequiredoutputQ79

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 22

How many participants who were directly provided with services obtained housing?

RequiredoutputQ80

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Housing can include transitional housing, such as group homes and long-term shelters. Include any participant who is not homeless or without a place to stay. Report on individuals, not the number of times housing was obtained. A. For participants receiving post-release services: The next set of questions is about court and criminal involvement for ex-offenders who have ever participated in the Second Chance Act (SC…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 22

Since the start of the SCA Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) award, how many ex- offenders:

RequiredotherQ81

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

A. Are still participating in post-release services? B. Have successfully completed post-release services? C. Did not complete post-release services?

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 23

What is the average number of days that have elapsed since ex-offenders have been released from prison or jail?

RequiredotherQ82

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Calculate this rate by averaging the number of days since release for each individual. A. Average number of days since release:

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 23

Since the start of the SCA BJA award, enter the total number of ex-offenders who have had a court and/or criminal involvement event. An ex-offender can be counted in more than one category (i.e., an individual can have an arrest and a conviction and then be reincarcerated). However, do not count the frequency of events (i.e., number of arrests and

RequiredotherQ83

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

convictions). Pending charges that the individual had before entering the program should not be counted.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 23

How was the information obtained for those ex-offenders who were arrested and booked on a new charge?

RequiredotherQ84

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select the best option that describes how the information was obtained. A. The grantee is a criminal justice agency such as the Department of Corrections, probation, or parole and has access to this information. B. The grantee has a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), or a linkage agreement with a correctional agency that has access to this information. C. The grantee conducts public…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 24

How was the information obtained for those ex-offenders who were convicted of a new crime?

RequiredotherQ85

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select the best option that describes how the information was obtained. A. The grantee is a criminal justice agency such as the department of corrections, probation, or parole and has access to this information. B. The grantee has a MOU, a MOA, or a linkage agreement with a correctional agency that has access to this information. C. The grantee conducts public record jail/prison searches online. D. The grantee ente…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 24

How was the information obtained for ex-offenders who had a revocation of the terms of supervised release?

RequiredotherQ86

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select the best option that describes how the information was obtained. A. The grantee is a criminal justice agency such as the department of corrections, probation, or parole and has access to this information. B. The grantee has a MOU, a MOA, or a linkage agreement with a correctional agency that has access to this information. C. The grantee conducts public record jail/prison searches online. D. The grantee ente…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 25

How was the information obtained for those ex-offenders who were reincarcerated?

RequiredotherQ87

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select the best option that describes how the information was obtained. A. The grantee is a criminal justice agency such as the department of corrections, probation, or parole and has access to this information. B. The grantee has a MOU, a MOA, or a linkage agreement with a correctional agency that has access to this information. C. The grantee conducts public record jail/prison searches online. D. The grantee ente…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 25

For which population(s) is the grantee able to obtain official justice information?

RequiredotherQ88

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Select all that apply. A. Ex-offenders who are still participating in the program. B. Ex-offenders who successfully completed the program. C. Ex-offenders who unsuccessfully exited the program. D. None of the above.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 25

Was the information for each ex-offender verified?

RequiredotherQ89

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Verified is defined as assessing whether each individual has had a court or criminal involvement event since the start of the BJA SCA award.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 26

How was the information for ex-offenders verified?

RequiredotherQ90

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Verified is defined as assessing whether each individual has had a court or criminal involvement event since the start of the BJA SCA award.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 26

Please provide any additional information or comments about your court and criminal involvement data. (Go to narrative questions, when applicable.) You will be asked to answer the following questions in January and July of each calendar year. Answer the questions based on the 6-month period. You can use up to 5,000

RequiredotherQ91

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

characters for each response.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 26

What were your accomplishments within this reporting period?

RequiredotherQ1

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 27

What goals were accomplished, as they relate to your grant application?

RequiredotherQ2

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 27

What problems/barriers did you encounter, if any, within the reporting period that prevented you from reaching your goals or milestones?

RequiredotherQ3

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 27

Is there any assistance that BJA can provide to address any problems/barriers identified in question 3?

RequiredotherQ4

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

A. Yes. (Please explain below.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 27

Are you on track to fiscally and programmatically complete your program as outlined in your grant application?

RequiredotherQ5

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

B. No. (Please explain below.)

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 28

What major activities are planned for the next 6 months?

RequiredotherQ6

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 28

Based on your knowledge of the criminal justice field, are there any innovative programs/accomplishments that you would like to share with BJA?

RequiredotherQ7

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 28

Does the grantee have any success stories that BJA can highlight and share with the public?

RequiredotherQ8

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

A. Yes. (Please explain below.) B. No. THANK YOU FOR PARTICIPATING!

Target: No target rule stated

Source document, 28

Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (DOJ OJP)

Arts Program in Juvenile Justice30 measures

How many unique individuals started the program during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q1

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth who are participating in the program services. Starting a program is defined in the context of your program. For example, starting a program can mean a formal agreement to enroll in the program, or taking a first action toward engaging with the p…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many unique individuals were discharged from the program during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q2

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth who are participating in the program services. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Program refers to the specific set of activitie…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many unique individuals were discharged from the program since the beginning of the award?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q3

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth who are participating in the program services. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Program refers to the specific set of activitie…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many projects were completed during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q4

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Project refers to a program-specific and sanctioned arts-based deliverable. These deliverables can include, but are not limited to, visual arts, performing arts, filmmaking, music, and literary arts. Completed refers to a program-specific and sanctioned activity that has been produced and submitted by individuals participating in the program. Reporting period is the specific timeframe covered by this report.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many hours of instruction were provided during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q5

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Hours of instruction refers to the total amount of time (calculated in hours) that program staff spent with program participants as part of service delivery funded through this grant award. Reporting period is the specific timeframe covered by this report.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many events were held during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q6

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Events held refers to program-specific activities conducted as a means of highlighting various arts-based projects or deliverables completed during service delivery. This can include, but is not limited to, formal art shows, concerts, competitions, family nights, and fairs that can occur within the community or a juvenile justice facility. Reporting period is the specific timeframe covered by this report.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Did you experience any challenges that impacted service delivery during this reporting period? If yes, how did you address the challenges, or do the challenges remain unresolved?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q7

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Reporting period is the specific timeframe covered by this report.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged during this reporting period, how many were discharged successfully? Note: The number of successful, unsuccessful, and other individuals discharged should equal the total number of individuals discharged during this reporting period. Do not include an individual in more than one discharge category.

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q8

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth who are participating in the program services. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Reporting period is the specific timeframe cove…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged during this reporting period, how many were discharged unsuccessfully? Note: The number of successful, unsuccessful, and other individuals discharged should equal the total number of individuals discharged during this reporting period. Do not include an individual in more than one discharge category.

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q9

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth who are participating in the program services. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Reporting period is the specific timeframe cove…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged during this reporting period, how many were discharged for another reason? Note: The number of successful, unsuccessful, and other individuals discharged should equal the total number of individuals discharged during this reporting period. Do not include an individual in more than one discharge category.

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q10

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth who are participating in the program services. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Reporting period is the specific timeframe cove…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged since the beginning of the award, how many were discharged successfully? Note: The number of successful, unsuccessful, and other individuals discharged should equal the total number of individuals discharged during this reporting period. Do not include an individual in more than one discharge category.

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q11

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth who are participating in the program services. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Beginning of the award refers to the Project Pe…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged since the beginning of the award, how many were discharged unsuccessfully? Note: The number of successful, unsuccessful, and other individuals discharged should equal the total number of individuals discharged during this reporting period. Do not include an individual in more than one discharge category.

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q12

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth who are participating in the program services. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Beginning of the award refers to the Project Pe…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals successfully discharged during this reporting period, how many demonstrated improved academics?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q13

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records. The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the school or district record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for school records

WA: school attendance, grades, credits and graduation progress Held by Seattle Public Schools. Lag: Event lag NR; automated files are contemplated. Processing: approximately 2-3 weeks, rising to 4-6 weeks after Decembe…
CA: student achievement and longitudinal education outcomes Held by California Department of Education, including CALPADS and assessment records. Lag: Data-year and event lag NR; availability depends on collections and requested linkage.
NY: graduation and postsecondary enrollment and persistence; other approved school outcomes Held by New York City Public Schools; approved administrative datasets. Lag: Annual files; attendance also has monthly files. Fixed event-to-extract lag NR.
IL: attendance, GPA, credits and graduation Held by Chicago Public Schools. Lag: Event lag NR. Processing: approximately 30 days to respond, then another 30 days to fulfill an approved request.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth who are participating in the program services. Successful discharge means the program participant has met all program requirements, such as completing assessments or prescribed treatment or participating for an expected minimum duration in servic…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals successfully discharged during this reporting period, how many demonstrated problem behaviors?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q14

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth who are participating in the program services. Successful discharge means the program participant has met all program requirements, such as completing assessments or prescribed treatment or participating for an expected minimum duration in servic…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals successfully discharged during this reporting period, how many demonstrated strengthened problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q15

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth who are participating in the program services. Successful discharge means the program participant has met all program requirements, such as completing assessments or prescribed treatment or participating for an expected minimum duration in servic…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

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Enhancing Juvenile Indigent Defense13 measures

How many unique attorneys were trained on juvenile defense practices consistent with national standards during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q1

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Training refers to in-person or virtual teaching and learning activities, including planning, curriculum development, and delivery, aimed at helping individuals apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed for a task, job, or organization. In the context of this progra…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many unique court-related and judicial system personnel were trained on issues related to juveniles during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q2

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Court-related and judicial system personnel might include judges, prosecutors, staff attorneys, administrators, clerks, or probation officers. Training refers to in-person or virtual teaching and learning activities, including planning, curriculum development, and delivery,…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many unique youth received resources or training to increase their understanding of court-ordered conditions and court processes during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q3

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be listed once during a reporting period and should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Youth are individuals who could be eligible to receive indigent defense services if they are ever involved with the juvenile court. Resources are tools or materials designed to increase understanding for juveniles in court. Resources focus on breaking down legal ja…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many unique youth were processed through the juvenile court system during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q4

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be listed once during a reporting period and should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Youth are individuals who could be eligible to receive indigent defense services if they are or could be involved in the juvenile court. Processing in juvenile court refers to the entire, multi-stage legal process a young person (usually under 18) goes through afte…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

During this reporting period, did you adjust the plan as described in your application’s proposal narrative? If yes, what adjustments did you make, and why?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q5

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Reporting period refers to the specific timeframe covered by this report.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

During this reporting period, did you experience any challenges that impacted project activities? If yes, how did you address the challenges or do the challenges remain unresolved?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q6

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Challenges related to project activities can vary; examples might include: • Scope expansion: requirements expanding beyond the original scope. • Resource constraints: insufficient personnel, equipment, or materials, or overbooked or mismanaged resources. • Scheduling: unachievable deadlines, leading to missed milestones, burnout, or reduced quality. • Communications: poor communication practices that result in rew…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique youth processed through the juvenile court system this reporting period, how many established legal representation?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q7

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be listed once during a reporting period and should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Youth are individuals who could be eligible to receive indigent defense services if they are ever involved with the juvenile court. Processing in juvenile court refers to the entire, multi-stage legal process a young person (usually under 18) goes through after bei…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique youth processed through the juvenile court system this reporting period, how many were represented by attorneys who were trained on juvenile defense practices that align with national standards?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q8

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be listed once during a reporting period and should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Youth are individuals who could be eligible to receive indigent defense services if they are ever involved with the juvenile court. Processing in juvenile court refers to the entire, multi-stage legal process a young person (usually under 18) goes through after bei…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

During this reporting period, did you experience any challenges related to external factors beyond your control that impacted youth access to legal representation consistent with national standards ? If yes, please describe the challenges.

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q9

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Reporting period refers to the specific timeframe covered by this report. Challenges related to external factors can vary; examples might include: • Unexpected costs: for example, due to price surges for necessary resources. • New compliance or standards: such as changes in laws, regulations, or guidance. • Supply: unexpected hurdles related to resource availability. • Skilled labor: labor markets making it difficu…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How would you describe progress toward this award's goals and objectives?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q10

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Answer options: o Not started o Behind schedule o On target o Ahead of schedule o Complete PROGRAM QUESTIONS (These questions are only asked at start of award.) DEFINITIONS

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

What juvenile defense enhancements will be supported by this OJJDP award? Select all that apply.

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q1

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Answer options: o Holistic Defense Models o Funding and Support o Collaborative Partnerships o Caseload Reduction o Policies and Procedures o Funding and Support o Collaborative Partnerships o Other, specify: ____ Holistic Defense Models utilize public defender offices that offer holistic, multidisciplinary teams, including social workers and investigators, who address the root causes of court involvement.…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Approximately what percent of youth processed through the juvenile court are currently represented by attorneys?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q2

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Youth are individuals who could be eligible to receive indigent defense services if they are ever involved in the juvenile court. Processing in juvenile court refers to the entire, multi-stage legal process a young person (usually under 18) goes through after being accused of a crime, ranging from the initial arrest and detention to the final court disposition.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Approximately what percent of youth processed through the juvenile court are currently represented by attorneys trained in juvenile defense practices?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q3

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Youth are individuals who could be eligible to receive indigent defense services if they are ever involved in the juvenile court. Training refers to in-person or virtual teaching and learning activities, including planning, curriculum development, and delivery, aimed at helping individuals apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed for a task, job, or organization. In the context of this program, training re…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Family-Based Alternative Justice Program24 measures

How many unique individuals started the program during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q1

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refer to parents or caregivers. Parent refers to a child’s or adolescent's biological parent, adoptive parent, foster parent, or stepparent through marriage. Caregiver means an individual, including a relative, neighbor, or family friend, who regularly or freque…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many unique individuals were discharged from the program during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q2

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refer to parents or caregivers. Parent is defined as a child’s or adolescent's biological parent, adoptive parent, foster parent, or stepparent through marriage. Caregiver means an individual, including a relative, neighbor, or family friend, who regularly or fr…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many unique individuals were discharged from the program since the beginning of the award?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q3

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refer to parents or caregivers. Parent is defined as a child’s or adolescent's biological parent, adoptive parent, foster parent, or stepparent through marriage. Caregiver means an individual, including a relative, neighbor, or family friend, who regularly or fr…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Did you adjust the program plan as described in your application’s proposal narrative? If yes, what adjustments did you make, and why?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q4

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

The proposal narrative is a detailed description of the program that responds to the requirements outlined in the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO).

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Did you experience any challenges during this reporting period that impacted service delivery to program participants? If yes, how did you address the challenges, or do the challenges remain unresolved?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q5

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Reporting period refers to the specific timeframe covered by this report. Program participant refers to an individual who started a program.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Did you engage with OJJDP training and technical assistance providers this reporting period? If yes, did the providers adequately address your issue?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q6

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Training and Technical Assistance providers are specialized organizations, agencies, and centers funded to help grantees successfully manage federal awards and implement programs.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged during this reporting period, how many were discharged successfully?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q7

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refer to parents or caregivers. Parent is defined as a child’s or adolescent's biological parent, adoptive parent, foster parent, or stepparent through marriage. Caregiver means an individual, including a relative, neighbor, or family friend, who regularly or fr…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged during this reporting period, how many were discharged unsuccessfully?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q8

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refer to parents or caregivers. Parent is defined as a child’s or adolescent's biological parent, adoptive parent, foster parent, or stepparent through marriage Caregiver means an individual, including a relative, neighbor, or family friend, who regularly or fre…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged during this reporting period, how many were discharged for another reason?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q9

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refer to parents or caregivers. Parent is defined as a child’s or adolescent's biological parent, adoptive parent, foster parent, or stepparent through marriage. Caregiver means an individual, including a relative, neighbor, or family friend, who regularly or fr…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged since the beginning of the award, how many were discharged successfully?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q10

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refer to parents or caregivers. Parent is defined as a child’s or adolescent's biological parent, adoptive parent, foster parent, or stepparent through marriage. Caregiver means an individual, including a relative, neighbor, or family friend, who regularly or fr…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged since the beginning of the award, how many were discharged unsuccessfully?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q11

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refer to parents or caregivers. Parent is defined as a child’s or adolescent's biological parent, adoptive parent, foster parent, or stepparent through marriage. Caregiver means an individual, including a relative, neighbor, or family friend, who regularly or fr…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals successfully discharged this reporting period, how many demonstrated satisfactory stability at program exit?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q12

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refer to parents or caregivers. Parent is defined as a child’s or adolescent's biological parent, adoptive parent, foster parent, or stepparent through marriage. Caregiver means an individual, including a relative, neighbor, or family friend, who regularly or fr…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals successfully discharged this reporting period, how many demonstrated increased prosocial behaviors at program exit?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q13

Tier 2: Add one free instrument

Asks for a reported change in knowledge, attitude, behavior or condition.

Instruments for youth development

Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale Public domain 10 items, about 2-3 min
General Self-Efficacy Scale, Schwarzer/Jerusalem Free, with conditions 10 items, about 4 min
Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ) Free, with conditions 25 core items, about 5-10 min
Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS) Free, with conditions 12 items, about 3-4 min

5 more on the instruments page.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refer to parents or caregivers. Parent is defined as a child’s or adolescent's biological parent, adoptive parent, foster parent, or stepparent through marriage. Caregiver means an individual, including a relative, neighbor, or family friend, who regularly or fr…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals successfully discharged since the beginning of the award, how many experienced a new conviction within 12 months of discharge?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q14

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records. The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refer to parents or caregivers. Parent is defined as a child’s or adolescent's biological parent, adoptive parent, foster parent, or stepparent through marriage. Caregiver means an individual, including a relative, neighbor, or family friend, who regularly or fr…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the individuals unsuccessfully discharged since the beginning of the award, how many experienced a new conviction within 12 months of discharge?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q15

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records. The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refer to parents or caregivers. Parent is defined as a child’s or adolescent's biological parent, adoptive parent, foster parent, or stepparent through marriage. Caregiver means an individual, including a relative, neighbor, or family friend, who regularly or fr…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

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Juvenile Justice System Enhancements Program12 measures

Did you experience any challenges that impacted project activities during this reporting period? If yes, how did you address the challenges, or do the challenges remain unresolved?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q1

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Challenges related to project activities can vary; examples might include: • Scope expansion: requirements expanding beyond the original scope. • Resource constraints: insufficient personnel, equipment, or materials, or overbooked or mismanaged resources. • Scheduling: unachievable deadlines leading to missed milestones, burnout, or reduced quality. • Communications: poor communication practices that result in rewo…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many strengths and weaknesses have been identified as a result of system analyses during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q2

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

System analyses refers to formal efforts to collect and examine juvenile justice system data, processes, and policies. Reporting period refers to the specific timeframe covered by this report.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many system enhancements have been proposed to address the strengths and weaknesses during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q3

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

System enhancements refers to updates or changes to existing processes, policies, procedures, activities, or strategies utilized at any decision point within the juvenile justice system. Proposed means the identified updates or changes have been officially documented and shared with local or state officials. Reporting period refers to the specific timeframe covered by this report.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many quality control metrics are tracked to ensure system enhancements are implemented correctly?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q4

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Quality control metrics refers to specific measurements designed to tell you how well the identified enhancement is performing or how reliably a process works. For example, tracking the effectiveness of training by reviewing staff activity. Tracked refers to data being officially documented using a system of record that demonstrates change or movement in that data. System enhancements refers to updates or changes t…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many system enhancements have been adopted by juvenile justice officials to address identified strengths and weaknesses?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q5

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

System enhancements refers to updates or changes to existing processes, policies, procedures, activities, or strategies utilized at any decision point within the juvenile justice system. Adopted means the identified updates or changes have been officially agreed to by local or state officials and formalized for implementation within the juvenile justice system.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many system enhancements have been assessed for effectiveness?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q6

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

System enhancements refers to updates or changes to existing processes, policies, procedures, activities, or strategies utilized at any decision point within the juvenile justice system. Assessed means that a program official or another authorized individual applied an evaluation to identify how well the enhancement met an established standard for effectiveness. Effectiveness means the system enhancement addressed…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many of the assessed system enhancements indicated effectiveness?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q7

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

System enhancements refers to updates or changes to existing processes, policies, procedures, activities, or strategies utilized at any decision point within the juvenile justice system. Assessed means that a program official or another authorized individual applied an evaluation to identify whether the enhancement met an established standard for effectiveness. Effectiveness means the system enhancement addressed t…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many quality control metrics show that policies were implemented as expected?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q8

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Did you experience any challenges related to external factors beyond your control during the reporting period that impacted program outcomes? If yes, please describe the challenges.

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q9

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Program refers to the juvenile justice system enhancement efforts employed in the jurisdiction or state. Challenges related to external factors can vary; examples may include: • Unexpected costs: for example, due to price surges for necessary resources. • New compliance or standards: such as changes in laws, regulations, or guidance. • Supply: unexpected hurdles related to resource availability. • Skilled labor: la…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How would you describe progress made toward this award’s goals and objectives during this reporting period?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q10

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Answer options: o Not started o Behind schedule o On track o Ahead of schedule o Complete PROGRAM QUESTIONS (These are asked one time at beginning of the award.) Reporting period refers to the specific timeframe covered by this report. DEFINITIONS

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

What is the primary focus of the program?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q1

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Program refers to the juvenile justice system enhancement efforts employed in the jurisdiction or state.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

What approach will be used to conduct ongoing assessment of quality improvement solutions?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q2

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Quality improvement solutions are structured policies, methods, tools, and practices that an organization uses to make its processes, services, or outcomes more effective, efficient, reliable, and responsive to stakeholder needs.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Reducing Recidivism for Female Juvenile Delinquents Program31 measures

How many unique individuals started the program during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q1

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refer to female juvenile delinquents. Juveniles are youth at or below the upper age of original juvenile court jurisdiction. (See “juvenile population” and “upper age of jurisdiction”). Delinquent refers to a youth who has been adjudicated of committing a delinq…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many unique individuals received training during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q2

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refer to board members, employees, contractors, partners or, volunteers of the award recipient or its sub-awardee(s). Training refers to in-person or virtual teaching and learning activities, including planning, curriculum development and delivery, aimed to help…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many unique individuals were discharged from the program during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q3

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged during this reporting period, how many were discharged successfully?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q4

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individual refers to female juvenile delinquents. Juveniles are youth at or below the upper age of original juvenile court jurisdiction. (See “juvenile population” and “upper age of jurisdiction”). Delinquent refers to a youth who has been adjudicated of committing a delinq…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the individuals successfully discharged this reporting period, how many demonstrated satisfactory well-being at program exit?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q5

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the individuals successfully discharged this reporting period, how many demonstrated satisfactory stability at program exit?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q6

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the individuals successfully discharged this reporting period, how many demonstrated reduced trauma symptoms at program exit?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q7

Tier 2: Add one free instrument

Asks for a reported change in knowledge, attitude, behavior or condition.

Instruments for mental health and well-being

Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale Public domain 10 items, about 2-3 min
PHQ-9 Public domain 9, plus unscored functioning question items, about 2-5 min
GAD-7 Public domain 7 core items, about 2-3 min
PCL-5 (Past Month) Public domain 20 items, about 5-10 min

12 more on the instruments page.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the individuals successfully discharged this reporting period, how many demonstrated increased prosocial behaviors at program exit?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q8

Tier 2: Add one free instrument

Asks for a reported change in knowledge, attitude, behavior or condition.

Instruments for youth development

Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale Public domain 10 items, about 2-3 min
General Self-Efficacy Scale, Schwarzer/Jerusalem Free, with conditions 10 items, about 4 min
Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ) Free, with conditions 25 core items, about 5-10 min
Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS) Free, with conditions 12 items, about 3-4 min

5 more on the instruments page.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged during this reporting period, how many were discharged unsuccessfully?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q9

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the individuals discharged during this reporting period, how many were discharged for another reason?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q10

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many unique individuals were discharged from the program since the beginning of the award?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q11

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the individuals discharged since the beginning of the award, how many were discharged successfully?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q12

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the individuals successfully discharged since the beginning of the award, how many experienced a new adjudication within 12 months of discharge?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q13

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records. The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the individuals discharged since the beginning of the award, how many were discharged unsuccessfully?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q14

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the individuals unsuccessfully discharged since the beginning of the award, how many experienced a new adjudication within 12 months of discharge?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q15

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records. The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

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Second Chance Act—Youth Reentry Program26 measures

How many individuals started the program during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q1

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refer to youth. Program participant refers to an individual who started a program. Starting a program can be defined different ways in the context of your program. For example, starting a program can mean a formal agreement to participate in the program, or the…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many unique individuals were discharged from the program during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q2

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once during a reporting period. Also, unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refer to youth program participants. Program participant refers to an individual who started a program. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirec…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged during this reporting period, how many were discharged successfully?

RequiredotherFY2026Q3

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth program participants. Program participant refers to an individual who started a program. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Succe…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals successfully discharged this reporting period, how many demonstrated satisfactory well-being at program exit?

RequiredotherFY2026Q4

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals successfully discharged this reporting period, how many demonstrated satisfactory stability at program exit?

RequiredotherFY2026Q5

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged during this reporting period, how many were discharged unsuccessfully?

RequiredotherFY2026Q6

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged during this reporting period, how many were discharged for another reason?

RequiredotherFY2026Q7

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many unique individuals were discharged from the program since the beginning of the award? Enter the number of unique youth who were discharged from the program since the beginning of the award. This is a cumulative number that includes counts from all reporting periods. Do not count an individual in more than one reporting period.

RequiredoutputFY2026Q8

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth program participants. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Beginning of the award refers to the Project Period Start Date for your…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged since the beginning of the award, how many were discharged successfully?

RequiredotherFY2026Q9

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals successfully discharged since the beginning of the award, how many experienced a new adjudication within 12 months of discharge?

RequiredotherFY2026Q10

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records. The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged since the beginning of the award, how many were discharged unsuccessfully?

RequiredotherFY2026Q11

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the individuals unsuccessfully discharged since the beginning of the award, how many experienced a new adjudication within 12 months of discharge?

RequiredotherFY2026Q12

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records. The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Did you adjust the program plan as described in your application’s proposal narrative? If yes, what adjustments did you make, and why?

RequiredotherFY2026Q13

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Did you experience any challenges during this reporting period that impacted service delivery to program participants? If yes, how did you address the challenges, or do the challenges remain unresolved?

RequiredotherFY2026Q14

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Did you engage with OJJDP training and technical assistance providers this reporting period? If yes, did the providers adequately address your issue?

RequiredotherFY2026Q15

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

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Title II Formula Grants12 measures

What purpose areas were addressed by the subawards during this reporting year? Select all that apply.

RequiredoutputFY2026Q1

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Answer options: o Aftercare/reentry o After-school programs o Alternatives to detention o Child abuse and neglect programs o Community-based programs and services o Compliance monitoring o Deinstitutionalization of status offenders o Delinquency prevention o Diversion o Gangs o Gender-specific services o Graduated and appropriate sanctions o Hate crimes o Indigent defense o Jail removal o Job training o Juvenile ju…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many juveniles were served by subaward programs during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q2

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Juveniles refers to those individuals identified as the eligible target population to be served by the proposed funded program. The age range is defined by the state, in alignment with program rules and regulations. Subaward refers to a funding award provided by a pass-through entity to a subrecipient, to be contributed by the subrecipient toward project goals and objectives when the subrecipient carries out part o…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many juveniles were served by subaward programs last year?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q3

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many juveniles were discharged from subaward programs during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q4

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Juveniles refers to those individuals identified as the eligible target population to be served by the proposed funded program. The age range is defined by the state, in alignment with program rules and regulations. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Subaward refers to a funding award provided by a p…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Did you experience any challenges that impacted program implementation during this reporting period? If yes, how did you address the challenges or do the challenges remain unresolved?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q5

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Challenges that impacted program implementation can vary; examples might include: • Scope expansion: requirements expanding beyond the original scope. • Resource constraints: insufficient personnel, equipment, or materials, or overbooked or mismanaged resources. • Scheduling: unachievable deadlines, leading to missed milestones, burnout, or reduced quality. • Communications: poor communication practices that result…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Did the program engage with OJJDP training and technical assistance providers during this reporting period? If yes, did the providers adequately address your issue?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q6

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Training refers to in-person or virtual teaching and learning activities, including planning, curriculum development, and delivery, as well as skills-based training that teaches practical, hands-on, specific, and job-related abilities and competencies that learners can immediately apply in their work and organizations. Technical assistance refers to the development, dissemination, and delivery of specialized knowle…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the juveniles discharged from a community-based program during this reporting period, how many were discharged successfully?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q7

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Juveniles refers to those individuals identified as the eligible target population to be served by the proposed funded program. The age range is defined by the state, in alignment with program rules and regulations. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Community-based refers to structured programs that…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the juveniles discharged from a community-based program during this reporting period, how many were discharged unsuccessfully?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q8

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Juveniles refers to those individuals identified as the eligible target population to be served by the proposed funded program. The age range is defined by the state, in alignment with program rules and regulations. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Community-based refers to structured programs that…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the juveniles discharged from a community-based program during this reporting period, how many were discharged with some other status?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q9

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Juveniles refers to those individuals identified as the eligible target population to be served by the proposed funded program. The age range is defined by the state, in alignment with program rules and regulations. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Community-based refers to structured programs that…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the juveniles successfully discharged during this reporting period, how many demonstrated improved decision-making skills?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q10

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Juveniles refers to those individuals identified as the eligible target population to be served by the proposed funded program. The age range is defined by the state, in alignment with program rules and regulations. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Reporting period refers to the specific timeframe…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Did you experience any challenges related to external factors beyond your control during this reporting period that impacted program outcomes? If yes, please describe the challenges

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q11

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Challenges related to external factors can vary; examples may include: • Unexpected costs: for example, due to price surges for necessary resources. • New compliance or standards: such as changes in laws, regulations, or guidance. • Supply: unexpected hurdles related to resource availability. • Skilled labor: labor markets making it difficult to find, hire, or retain skilled labor. • Technology: changes in stabilit…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How would you describe progress made toward this award’s goals and objectives during this reporting period?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q12

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Answer options: o Not started o Behind schedule o On track o Ahead of schedule o Complete Reporting period refers to the specific timeframe covered by this report.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Title II Training and Technical Assistance16 measures

How many trainings were offered during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q1

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Training refers to in-person or virtual teaching and learning activities, including planning, curriculum development, and delivery, as well as skills-based training that teaches practical, hands-on, specific, and job-related abilities and competencies that learners can immediately apply in their work and organizations. Reporting period refers to the specific timeframe covered by this report.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many trainings were completed during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q2

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Training refers to in-person or virtual teaching and learning activities, including planning, curriculum development, and delivery, as well as skills-based training that teaches practical, hands-on, specific, and job-related abilities and competencies that learners can immediately apply in their work and organizations. Completed means the requested training or technical assistance was delivered and has concluded. R…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many unique individuals attended the training(s) during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q3

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should be counted only once during a reporting period. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to professionals working in the juvenile justice system and other youth serving systems at the state, Tribal, or local level. Training refers to in-person or virtual teaching and learning activities, including planning, curriculu…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals who attended training during this reporting period, how many completed an evaluation form?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q4

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many technical assistance requests were received during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q5

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Technical assistance refers to the development, dissemination, and delivery of specialized knowledge or expertise to an organization or group of individuals to address a problem and inform policy, procedure, or practice. Reporting period refers to the specific timeframe covered by this report.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the technical assistance requests granted during this reporting period, how many were completed?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q6

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many unique individuals received technical assistance during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q7

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should be counted only once during a reporting period. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to professionals working in the juvenile justice system and other youth serving systems at the state, Tribal, or local level. Technical assistance refers to the development, dissemination, and delivery of specialized knowledge or…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals who received technical assistance during this reporting period, how many completed an evaluation form?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q8

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should be counted only once during a reporting period. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to professionals working in the juvenile justice system and other youth serving systems at the state, Tribal, or local level. Technical assistance refers to the development, dissemination, and delivery of specialized knowledge or…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many unique individuals were successfully contacted during this reporting period to follow up about the training and technical assistance they received?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q9

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should be counted only once during a reporting period. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to professionals working in the juvenile justice system and other youth serving systems at the state, Tribal, or local level. Successfully contacted means the individual was reached and responded to follow-up questions about the…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Did you experience any challenges that impacted service delivery during this reporting period? If yes, how did you address the challenges or do the challenges remain unresolved?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q10

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Challenges related to service delivery can vary; examples might include: • Resource constraints: insufficient personnel, equipment, or materials, or overbooked or mismanaged resources. • Scheduling: unachievable deadlines leading to missed milestones, burnout, or reduced quality. • Communications: poor communication practices that result in rework. • Technical: inadequate skills for specific tasks, improper tool us…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals who completed a training evaluation form during this reporting period, how many reported increased knowledge?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q11

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals who completed a technical assistance evaluation form during this reporting period, how many reported that the technical assistance met their needs?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q12

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should be counted only once during a reporting period. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to professionals working in the juvenile justice system and other youth serving systems at the state, Tribal, or local level. Technical assistance refers to the development, dissemination, and delivery of specialized knowledge or…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals who were successfully contacted during this reporting period to follow up about the training or technical assistance received, how many applied one or more new capabilities?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q13

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should be counted only once during a reporting period. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to professionals working in the juvenile justice system and other youth serving systems at the state, Tribal, or local level. Successfully contacted means the individual was reached and responded to follow-up questions about the…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals who applied new capabilities, which of the following were used:

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q14

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Answer options: o Adoption and implementation of practices o Policy and system changes o Operational shifts o Capacity for independent action o Scaling up o Resource mobilization Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should be counted only once during a reporting period. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to professionals working in the juvenile justice s…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the states that received training and technical assistance during this reporting period, how many were non-compliant?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q15

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

States refers to one of the 56 states or territories that make up the United States of America. Training refers to in-person or virtual teaching and learning activities, including planning, curriculum development, and delivery, as well as skills-based training that teaches practical, hands-on, specific, and job-related abilities and competencies that learners can immediately apply in their work and organizations. T…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

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Tribal Youth Justice Program16 measures

(Implementation/enhancement awards only) How many unique individuals were served during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q1

Tier 1: Collect today

An output the funder classes as a count of activity.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should be counted only once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to Tribal youth, leaders, community members, family members, elders, or others served by the program. Served means that the individuals participated in a program. Reporting period is the specific timeframe covered by this report.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

(Implementation/enhancement awards only) Did the program experience any challenges that impacted service delivery during this reporting period? If yes, how did you address the challenges, or do the challenges remain unresolved?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q2

Tier 1: Collect today

An output the funder classes as a count of activity.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

(Planning grants only) Did you experience any challenges that impacted project activities during this reporting period? If yes, how did you address the challenges, or do the challenges remain unresolved?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q3

Tier 1: Collect today

An output the funder classes as a count of activity.

Challenges related to project activities can vary; examples might include: • Scope expansion: requirements expanding beyond the original scope. • Resource constraints: insufficient personnel, equipment, or materials, or overbooked resources. • Scheduling: unachievable deadlines leading to missed milestones, burnout, or reduced quality. • Communications: poor communication practices that result in rework. • Administ…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Did the program engage with training and technical assistance specialists during this reporting period? If yes, did the providers adequately address your issue?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q4

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Program refers to the specific set of activities that are carried out by the award recipient and supported by OJJDP award funds, in whole or in part. Training and technical assistance specialists refers to people who are available and assigned to Tribal Youth Justice Program grant recipients through the OJJDP Tribal Training and Technical Assistance Center to provide tailored guidance, capacity building, trainings,…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

(Implementation/enhancement awards only) Of the unique individuals served during this reporting period, how many participated in programs that promote protective factors?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q5

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

(Implementation/enhancement awards only) Of the unique individuals served during this reporting period, how many participated in programs that promote Tribal public safety?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q6

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

(Implementation/enhancement awards only) How many new service programs or system improvements started during this reporting period?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q7

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Programs refers to a specific set of activities that are carried out by the award recipient and supported by OJJDP award funds, in whole or in part. System improvements refers to policy or procedure changes that improve public safety and youth outcomes. Started means the system improvement was initiated during this reporting period. Reporting period is the specific timeframe covered by this report.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

(Implementation/enhancement awards only) How many service programs or system improvements were maintained or enhanced during this reporting period?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q8

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Programs refers to a specific set of activities that are carried out by the award recipient and supported by OJJDP award funds, in whole or in part. System improvements refers to policy or procedure changes that improve public safety and youth outcomes. Maintained or enhanced means the system improvement was initiated before this reporting period. Reporting period is the specific timeframe covered by this report.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

(Implementation/enhancement awards only) Of the unique individuals served during this reporting period, how many experienced no or fewer incidents of high-risk behaviors?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q9

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

(Implementation/enhancement awards only) Of the unique individuals served this reporting period, how many had no or reduced occurrences of substance use?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q10

Tier 2: Add one free instrument

Asks for a reported change in knowledge, attitude, behavior or condition.

Instruments for substance use

Brief Addiction Monitor, BAM (Continuous version) Public domain 17 numbered; substance subitems within item 7 items, about 5-10 min
AUDIT Free, with conditions 10 items, about 3-5 min
Substance Use Recovery Evaluator (SURE) Free, with conditions 21 scored, plus unscored priorities section items, about 5-10 min
AUDIT-C Screening only 3 items, about 1 min

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

(Planning grants only) How would you describe the progress made toward the strategic plan during this reporting period?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q11

Tier not determined

No rule matched this measure, so no tier is guessed.

Answer options: o Not started o Behind schedule o On track o Ahead of schedule o Complete Strategic plans define a grantee’s written strategy or direction, address how resources are allocated, and identify strategies for pursuing goals. Reporting period is the specific timeframe covered by this report.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

During the reporting period, did the program experience any challenges related to external factors beyond your control that impacted program outcomes? If yes, please describe the challenges.

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q12

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Reporting period is the specific timeframe covered by this report. Challenges related to external factors can vary; examples might include: • Unexpected costs: for example, due to price surges for necessary resources. • New compliance or standards: such as changes in laws, regulations, or guidance. • Supply: unexpected hurdles related to resource availability. • Skilled labor: labor markets making it difficult to f…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How would you describe the progress made during this reporting period toward this award's goals and objectives?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q13

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Answer options: o Not started o Behind schedule o On track o Ahead of schedule o Complete PROGRAM QUESTIONS (These questions are asked one time at the start of the award.) Reporting period is the specific timeframe covered by this report. Award goals and objectives are detailed in the application the grantee submitted for this award. DEFINITIONS

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

What services are supported, in whole or in part, by OJJDP’s grant funds? Select all that apply.

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q1

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Answer options: o Planning to improve/enhance Tribal juvenile justice systems o Delinquency prevention programs o Intervention programs o Treatment programs o Tribal best practices and/or traditional healing methods o Other, specify: ____ Planning to improve/enhance Tribal juvenile justice systems refers to strategic planning. Delinquency prevention programs are initiatives designed to reduce youth risk factors an…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

What is the target population for the program? Select all that apply

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q2

Narrative response

A prompt for a description, a selection or a short answer.

Answer options: o Tribal youth o Tribal leaders o Tribal community members o Tribal family members o Tribal elders o Other, specify: ____

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Show all 16 measures for this program

Youth Gang Prevention and Intervention Program28 measures

How many unique individuals started the program during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q1

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth or their family members who participate in the program. Starting a program can be defined differently in the context of your program. For example, starting a program can mean a formal agreement to participate in the program, or the first action a…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many unique individuals were discharged from the program during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q2

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth or their family members who participate in the program. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Reporting period refers to the specifi…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many unique individuals were discharged from the program since the beginning of the award?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q3

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth or their family members who participate in the program. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Beginning of the award refers to the P…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many outreach activities (school or community) were conducted during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q4

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Outreach activities refers to proactive activities by law enforcement and partners focused on violence and gang prevention and intervention. This may include street outreach activities, school- based presentations or community engagement with stakeholders. Reporting period refers to the specific timeframe covered by this report.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many hours did law enforcement spend on immediate threats in high risk areas during this reporting period?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q5

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Immediate threats refers to individuals who have been identified through intelligence to pose immediate danger to community members. High risk areas, in this context, means communities or neighborhoods that have been categorized as high risk for criminal activity based on crime data and analysis. Reporting period refers to the specific timeframe covered by this report.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Did you adjust the program plan as described in your application’s proposal narrative? If yes, what adjustments did you make, and why?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q6

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Did you experience any challenges during this reporting period that impacted service delivery to individuals? If yes, how did you address the challenges or do the challenges remain unresolved?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q7

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Challenges related to project activities can vary; examples might include: • Scope expansion: requirements expanding beyond the original scope. • Resource constraints: insufficient personnel, equipment, or materials, or overbooked or mismanaged resources. • Scheduling: unachievable deadlines leading to missed milestones, burnout, or reduced quality. • Communications: poor communication practices that result in rewo…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Did you engage with OJJDP training and technical assistance providers during this reporting period? If yes, did the providers adequately address your issue?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q8

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged during this reporting period, how many were discharged successfully?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q9

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth or their family members who participate in the program. Reporting period refers to the specific timeframe covered by this report. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged during this reporting period, how many were discharged unsuccessfully?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q10

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth or their family members who participate in the program. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Reporting period refers to the specifi…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged during this reporting period, how many were discharged for another reason?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q11

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth or their family members who participate in the program. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Reporting period refers to the specifi…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged since the beginning of the award, how many were discharged successfully?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q12

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth or their family members who participate in the program. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Beginning of the award refers to the P…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged since the beginning of the award, how many were discharged unsuccessfully?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q13

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth or their family members who participate in the program. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Beginning of the award refers to the P…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals successfully discharged during this reporting period, how many demonstrated reduced involvement in gang activity?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q14

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth or their family members who participate in the program. Successful means the program participant has met all program requirements, such as completing assessments or prescribed treatment or participated for an expected minimum duration in services…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals unsuccessfully discharged during this reporting period, how many demonstrated reduced involvement in gang activity?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q15

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth or their family members who participate in the program. Unsuccessful discharge refers to individuals discharged for a reason other than successful, such as a discharge due to loss of contact or removal. • Loss of contact means an individual in th…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Show all 28 measures for this program

Youth Healing to Wellness Courts25 measures

How many unique individuals started the program during this reporting period? Note: Do not include youth who started the program more than once during a reporting period.

RequiredoutputFY2026Q1

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth program participants. Starting a program can be defined differently in the context of your program. For example, starting a program can mean a formal agreement to participate in the program, or the first action an individual takes toward engaging…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many unique individuals were discharged from the program during this reporting period? Note: Do not include youth who were discharged more than once during a reporting period.

RequiredoutputFY2026Q2

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth program participants. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Reporting period is the specific timeframe covered by this report.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

How many unique individuals were discharged from the program since the beginning of the award? Note: Enter the number of unique youth who were discharged from the program since the beginning of the award. This is a cumulative number that includes counts from all reporting periods. Do not count an individual in more than one reporting period.

RequiredoutputFY2026Q3

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth program participants. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Beginning of the award refers to the Project Period Start Date for your…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Did you experience any challenges that impacted project activities during this reporting period? If yes, how did you address the challenges. or do the challenges remain unresolved?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q4

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Challenges related to project activities can vary; examples might include: • Scope expansion: requirements expanding beyond the original scope. • Resource constraints: insufficient personnel, equipment, or materials, or overbooked or mismanaged resources. • Scheduling: unachievable deadlines leading to missed milestones, burnout, or reduced quality. • Communications: poor communication practices that result in rewo…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Did the program engage with OJJDP training and technical assistance providers during this reporting period? If yes, did the providers adequately address your issue?

RequiredoutputFY2026Q5

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Program refers to the specific set of activities that are carried out by the award recipient and supported by OJJDP award funds, in whole or in part. Training refers to in-person or virtual teaching and learning activities, including planning, curriculum development, and delivery, aimed to help individuals apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed for a task, job, or organization. Technical assistance refer…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged during this reporting period, how many were discharged successfully? Note: The number of successful, unsuccessful, and other discharges should equal the total number of discharges during this reporting period. Do not include a program participant in more than one discharge category.

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q6

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth program participants. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Reporting period is the specific timeframe covered by this report. Succe…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged during this reporting period, how many were discharged unsuccessfully? Note: The number of successful, unsuccessful, and other discharges should equal the total number of discharges during this reporting period. Do not include a program participant in more than one discharge category.

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q7

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth program participants. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Reporting period is the specific timeframe covered by this report. Unsuc…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged during this reporting period, how many were discharged for another reason? Note: The number of successful, unsuccessful, and other discharges should equal the total number of discharges during this reporting period. Do not include a program participant in more than one discharge category.

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q8

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth program participants. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Reporting period is the specific timeframe covered by this report. Other…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged since the beginning of the award, how many were discharged successfully? Note: This is a cumulative number. Unique individuals discharged successfully during each reporting period should be added together to arrive at this cumulative number. Do not count a program participant in more than one reporting period.

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q9

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth program participants. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Beginning of the award refers to the Project Period Start Date for your…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals discharged since the beginning of the award, how many were discharged unsuccessfully? Note: This is a cumulative number. Unique individuals discharged unsuccessfully during each reporting period should be added together to arrive at this cumulative number. Do not count a program participant in more than one reporting period.

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q10

Tier 1: Collect today

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records.

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth program participants. Discharged means the program participant is no longer participating in services or receiving services directly from or indirectly through your program. Beginning of the award refers to the Project Period Start Date for your…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals successfully discharged during this reporting period, how many demonstrated reduced substance use?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q11

Tier 2: Add one free instrument

Asks for a reported change in knowledge, attitude, behavior or condition.

Instruments for substance use

Brief Addiction Monitor, BAM (Continuous version) Public domain 17 numbered; substance subitems within item 7 items, about 5-10 min
AUDIT Free, with conditions 10 items, about 3-5 min
Substance Use Recovery Evaluator (SURE) Free, with conditions 21 scored, plus unscored priorities section items, about 5-10 min
AUDIT-C Screening only 3 items, about 1 min

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth program participants. Successful discharge means the program participant has met all program requirements, such as completing assessments or prescribed treatment or participated for an expected minimum duration in services. Reporting period is th…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals unsuccessfully discharged during this reporting period, how many demonstrated reduced substance use?

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q12

Tier 2: Add one free instrument

Asks for a reported change in knowledge, attitude, behavior or condition.

Instruments for substance use

Brief Addiction Monitor, BAM (Continuous version) Public domain 17 numbered; substance subitems within item 7 items, about 5-10 min
AUDIT Free, with conditions 10 items, about 3-5 min
Substance Use Recovery Evaluator (SURE) Free, with conditions 21 scored, plus unscored priorities section items, about 5-10 min
AUDIT-C Screening only 3 items, about 1 min

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth program participants. Unsuccessful discharge refers to individuals discharged for a reason other than successful, such as a discharge due to loss of contact or removal. • Loss of contact means a youth in the program stops communicating with the p…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals successfully discharged since the beginning of the award, how many experienced a new conviction within 12 months of discharge? Note: If an individual was discharged within 12 months of the final performance report due date, do not include them in this count. The final performance report due date is typically 120 days after award closeout.

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q13

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records. The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth program participants. Successful discharge means the program participant has met all program requirements, such as completing assessments or prescribed treatment or participated for an expected minimum duration in services. Beginning of the award…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Of the unique individuals unsuccessfully discharged since the beginning of the award, how many experienced a new conviction within 12 months of discharge? Note: If an individual was discharged within 12 months of the final performance report due date, do not include them in this count. The final performance report due date is typically 120 days after award closeout.

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q14

Tier 1: Collect todayTier 3: Needs a partner

A count of services or people, held in the organization’s own records. The outcome sits in a record another agency holds. You hold the participant list and count it.

You count your own participants; the court or corrections record confirms the outcome.

Partner routes for court or corrections records

PA: reincarceration and other corrections outcomes Held by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Lag: Event and update lag and approval SLA NR.
MA: new criminal cases and dispositions, and defined recidivism measures Held by Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, CORI repository. Lag: Event-to-record and update lag NR. Research approvals are renewable, generally for one year.

Routes, caveats and templates for this measure

Unique means unduplicated. Individuals should only be counted once. Unique individuals should not be counted in more than one reporting period. Individuals refers to youth program participants. Unsuccessful discharge refers to individuals discharged for a reason other than successful, such as a discharge due to loss of contact or removal. • Loss of contact means a youth in the program stops communicating with the p…

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Did you experience any challenges related to external factors beyond your control during this reporting period that impacted program outcomes? If yes, please describe the challenges.

RequiredoutcomeFY2026Q15

Implementation question, answered from program records

A yes/no question about your own program. You answer it from program records, so there is no data to collect.

Target: No target rule stated

Source document

Show all 25 measures for this program

How grantees did

Results are attainment: actual divided by the promised value, for rows where the source gives both. Medians mix every measure a program reports; the measure pages split them.

Delinquency Diversion – New Diversion Alternatives for Youth (New DAY)

Grantee-level resultsChildren's Services Council of Broward County, annual performance reports

14grantees

10measures

3periods

131results

111%median of target (103% to 116%)

85%of results at or above target

Results by kind of promised value: 131 with a target printed beside the result.

Example results (a fixed pick, not a ranking)

5 shown

PACE Center for Girls · FY2020-21
Youth who improved or maintained school attendance during program participation.
70% → 66% (94% of target) · %
Source document
Broward County Sheriff’s Office (BSO) · FY2020-21
Youth who had no law violations 12 months post program completion.
85% → 89% (105% of target) · %
Source document
PACE Center for Girls, Inc. · FY2023-24
Percentage of youth successfully completing the program
80% → 91% (114% of target) · %
Source document
Juliana Gerena & Associates · FY2021-22
Youth who increased their level of resilience.
80% → 100% (125% of target) · %
Source document
Urban League of Broward County, Inc. · FY2021-22
Youth who improved or maintained school attendance during program participation.
70% → 60% (86% of target) · %
Source document

Example results (a fixed pick, not a ranking), 5 shown
Grantee	Period	Measure	Promised	Actual	Unit	% of target	Source
PACE Center for Girls	FY2020-21	Youth who improved or maintained school attendance during program participation.	70%	66%	%	94%	document
Broward County Sheriff’s Office (BSO)	FY2020-21	Youth who had no law violations 12 months post program completion.	85%	89%	%	105%	document
PACE Center for Girls, Inc.	FY2023-24	Percentage of youth successfully completing the program	80%	91%	%	114%	document
Juliana Gerena & Associates	FY2021-22	Youth who increased their level of resilience.	80%	100%	%	125%	document
Urban League of Broward County, Inc.	FY2021-22	Youth who improved or maintained school attendance during program participation.	70%	60%	%	86%	document

Delinquency Diversion - New Diversion Alternatives for Youth (New DAY)

Grantee-level resultsChildren's Services Council of Broward County, annual performance reports

10grantees

4measures

1period

48results

111%median of target (106% to 114%)

94%of results at or above target

Results by kind of promised value: 48 with a target printed beside the result.

Example results (a fixed pick, not a ranking)

5 shown

PACE Center for Girls, Inc. · FY2024-25
Percentage of youth obtaining no law violations 12 months post program completion
85% → 92% (108% of target) · %
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Memorial Healthcare System · FY2024-25
Percentage of youth obtaining no law violations 12 months post program completion
80% → 96% (120% of target) · %
Source document
Camelot Community Care, Inc. · FY2024-25
Percentage of youth obtaining no law violations 12 months post program completion
80% → 91% (114% of target) · %
Source document
Urban League of Broward County, Inc. · FY2024-25
Percentage of youth obtaining no law violations during program participation
85% → 91% (107% of target) · %
Source document
Christina G. Smith Mental Health Associates, LLC · FY2024-25
Percentage of youth obtaining no law violations during program participation
80% → 87% (109% of target) · %
Source document

Example results (a fixed pick, not a ranking), 5 shown
Grantee	Period	Measure	Promised	Actual	Unit	% of target	Source
PACE Center for Girls, Inc.	FY2024-25	Percentage of youth obtaining no law violations 12 months post program completion	85%	92%	%	108%	document
Memorial Healthcare System	FY2024-25	Percentage of youth obtaining no law violations 12 months post program completion	80%	96%	%	120%	document
Camelot Community Care, Inc.	FY2024-25	Percentage of youth obtaining no law violations 12 months post program completion	80%	91%	%	114%	document
Urban League of Broward County, Inc.	FY2024-25	Percentage of youth obtaining no law violations during program participation	85%	91%	%	107%	document
Christina G. Smith Mental Health Associates, LLC	FY2024-25	Percentage of youth obtaining no law violations during program participation	80%	87%	%	109%	document

Juvenile Justice Programs

Program-level summary, not granteesOMB PART assessments (ExpectMore.gov archive)

6measures

3periods

16results

98%median of target (81% to 114%)

44%of results at or above target

Results by kind of promised value: 16 with a target printed beside the result. These are agency-reported program figures, not individual grantees.

Example results (a fixed pick, not a ranking)

1 shown

Juvenile Justice Programs · 2006
Percent of grantees implementing one or more evidence-based programs.
46% → 46% (100% of target) · %
Source document

Example results (a fixed pick, not a ranking), 1 shown
Reporting entity	Period	Measure	Promised	Actual	Unit	% of target	Source
Juvenile Justice Programs	2006	Percent of grantees implementing one or more evidence-based programs.	46%	46%	%	100%	document

Juvenile Accountability Block Grants

Program-level summary, not granteesOMB PART assessments (ExpectMore.gov archive)

3measures

3periods

6results

92%median of target (85% to 99%)

33%of results at or above target

Results by kind of promised value: 6 with a target printed beside the result. These are agency-reported program figures, not individual grantees.

Example results (a fixed pick, not a ranking)

1 shown

Juvenile Accountability Block Grants · 2006
Percent of grantees implementing one or more evidence-based programs. (New measure, added August 2007)
45% → 23% (51% of target) · %
Source document

Example results (a fixed pick, not a ranking), 1 shown
Reporting entity	Period	Measure	Promised	Actual	Unit	% of target	Source
Juvenile Accountability Block Grants	2006	Percent of grantees implementing one or more evidence-based programs. (New measure, added August 2007)	45%	23%	%	51%	document

Target-setting language with precedent

Each item comes from one funder, one program or one department; none is a government-wide rule.

No target-setting clause from Justice in the library yet; the items below are the nearest precedent. All clauses

CDC DP-23-0002 applicant FAQ

Quote

“you may enter a '0' and then TBD for targets in the work plan”

It lets you write: Enter 0 as the target, mark it TBD, and commit to revising it within six months.

Source document, 2023

EDGAR, 34 CFR 75.110(c)

Paraphrase

An applicant that lacks a baseline explains how and when it will establish one.

It lets you write: State that no baseline exists yet, and say how and by when you will establish it.

Source document, 2024

USDA FAS Food for Progress FY2025, applicant Q&A, questions 72-73

Paraphrase

Yearly targets may be written as percentage-point change when the baseline value is not known.

It lets you write: Write each year's target as a percentage-point change from a baseline you will measure.

Source document, 2025

Senior Community Service Employment Program, 20 CFR 641.720(b),(d)

Paraphrase

Targets for program years 3 and 4 are negotiated before the third program year and adjusted by DOL's model.

It lets you write: Propose years 1-2 targets now and state that years 3-4 will be negotiated before year 3.

Source document

AmeriCorps performance measures, 45 CFR 2522.640(a)(1)

Quote

“Adjust your performance measure or target based on experience”

It lets you write: Say that you will adjust the measure or target as experience accumulates.

Source document

SAMHSA CMHS Infrastructure, Prevention and Promotion Overview Guide, v2.0, p. 9

Quote

“grantees can revise annual goals in consultation with their GPO during the first quarter of each fiscal year”

It lets you write: Set annual goals and state that you will revise them with your project officer in each year's first quarter.

Source document, 2022

Promise Neighborhoods guidance document, third edition

Quote

“target setting will be an iterative process throughout implementation as more performance data is available”

It lets you write: Describe target setting as iterative, with targets reset as performance data arrives.

Source document, 2025

HRSA-26-057 ECCS SEED applicant FAQs, p. 6

Paraphrase

Baseline estimates are confirmed or updated within six months of award.

It lets you write: Give a baseline estimate and commit to confirming or updating it within six months of award.

Source document, 2026

DOL Training and Employment Guidance Letter 10-21

Quote

“if a grantee wishes to negotiate their performance targets”

It lets you write: Request negotiation of a performance target and give the reason.

Source document, 2022

NIH PAR-25-383, Section VI

Paraphrase

Future-year milestones may be renegotiated based on prior-year data.

It lets you write: List milestones for year 1 and state that later-year milestones will be renegotiated from year-1 data.

Source document, 2025

Arizona Rural Health Transformation, approved program narrative, pp. 20-22

Paraphrase

A baseline assessment is done after award, and targets are set from it.

It lets you write: Plan a post-award baseline assessment and set the targets from its results.

Source document, 2026

HRSA Health Center Program (H80) patient targets, Primary Health Care Digest

Quote

“confirm or request adjustment to their patient target by the deadline in their email”

It lets you write: Existing awardees can ask for an adjusted patient target during the renewal process.

Source document, 2022