Jefferson Hills is a not for profit residential treatment center for males and females with severe emotional and behavioral problems for ages 12-20. We provide intensive assessment, therapeutic and program services. We are licensed as a Residential Childcare Facility (RCCF) and are designated as a Residential Treatment Center (RTC) and C.R.S. 27-10 facility. The Division of Childcare, Division of Youth Corrections and the Division of Mental Health oversee us. We are a subsidiary of Jefferson Center for Mental Health and are governed by a Board of Directors. Jefferson Hills operates two sites, one in Lakewood and one in Aurora.

Vision

That Colorado’s children and adolescents should

• live in safety and be free from abuse
• receive effective treatment to assist them in managing the impacts of their traumatic experiences and/or mental illness
• receive quality educational services to equip with skills and promote life long learning
• be maintained in the least restrictive and most appropriate setting with the majority of treatment happening in the community
• have permanency as a goal

Mission Statement

Jefferson Hills provides a safe, secure and supportive treatment and learning environment, preparing at-risk youth and their families to function more effectively in our communities.

We value:

Treatment that has demonstrated its effectiveness in helping youth and their families develop skills and competencies that allow them to function effectively in the community.

Environments that maximize treatment and learning through ensuring safety, security, and support.

Families, recognizing that families are integral to successful outcomes. We use a sufficiently broad definition to include significant relationships for teens to grow and be productive members of society.

Internal teamwork, external partnerships, open communication, and mutual trust.

Opportunities for challenging, rewarding, results-oriented work in an environment that respects, values, and recognizes the contributions of employees.

Environments that are free from harm and promote optimal opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Clinical practice that is promising and/or evidence-based and appropriate to the needs of the youth and family.

Opportunities for training, skill development, competent supervision, and the tools necessary for staff to discharge their duties effectively.

Results, quality, and continuous improvement, and the use of current technology to be more efficient and effective.

Effective use of resources, understanding that resources are limited and, as the result, must be rigorously managed.

A holistic approach that recognizes individual strengths, cultural diversity, gender responsiveness, and respect for the basic right of all individuals to develop to their full potential.

Community partnerships to establish the provision of services.

Education and learning for both staff and youth.

The protection, restoration, and improvement of public safety by encouraging personal accountability to victims and communities.

Family Involvement and Support

Treatment Staff

Education Program

Medical Services

Recreation

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