YOUTH JUSTICE SERVICES
Youth Mental Health Court Worker
Youth Mental Health Court Worker (YMHCW)
This program provides in-person and/or virtual support to youth who are involved with the Youth Justice Court and are presenting symptoms of mental health issues, suspected or diagnosed. The YMHCW provides referral resources to the Youth Justice Court and establishes contacts with community-based services to divert or minimize involvement of the young person from the Criminal Justice System to mental health resources and services within the community in order to reduce reoffending.
This service is offered to youth involved in the Youth Justice Court at Cobourg and Brighton. Referrals can be made at any stage of the court process by youth, caregivers, community agencies, Crown Attorney, or defence counsel.
Ages 12-17