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Social Justice Services Department The Social Justice Services Department encompasses the adult and youth programs of Community Resources for Justice (CRJ). We firmly believe that justice applies to every aspect of society, and not solely to the administration of laws. The Social Justice Services Department is committed to full and equal opportunities for all individuals in society, regardless of their past behaviors or circumstances. The Department includes residential and community-based programs which focus on the specific and unique needs of our clients, while also emphasizing public safety. We partner with social service agencies and the community to provide the best services possible, and are dedicated to having a positive impact on the clients in our care and on the neighborhoods in which we are located. The adult programs focus on reentry programming for men and women involved with county, state and federal criminal justice systems. The youth programs focus on structured and goal-oriented programming for neglected, at-risk and delinquent youth. Staff work creatively to instill personal and community responsibility in our clients, and to advocate for the elimination of barriers to their success. Our goal is to engage them in positive lifestyle changes, preparing them for successful family reunification and community reintegration. Comprehensive and clinical case management services address issues relative to addictions, education, employment, cognitive skill development, and life skills. Our strength-based approach is intended to provide a path to satisfying, responsible, and productive citizenship. On a daily basis, Social Justice Services staff are proud to demonstrate the Mission, Values, and Culture of CRJ. The Social Justice Services Department of CRJ has a variety of employment opportunities for those interested in working in this field. Applications can be found in the “Careers” section of this website. We also welcome interns from area colleges and universities to give students practical experience in the real world of youth services and adult correctional programming. Department Director: Elizabeth L. Curtin Deputy Director / Adult programs: Richard O. Guy, Jr. Deputy Director / Youth programs: Roberto "Tito" Rodriguez
Adult Programs
With a capacity of 65 beds, the Brooke House serves as a pre-release program for male offenders through a contract with the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department, and as transitional housing for offenders through a contract with the Massachusetts Parole Board. The average length of stay at Brooke House is approximately 3.5 months. With a goal of successful reentry, all residents receive comprehensive case management services addressing their employment, housing, family reunification, and treatment needs.
Coolidge House
McGrath House is a 30-bed facility serving female offenders referred by the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department, the Federal Bureau of Prisons and the Massachusetts Parole Board. All McGrath House women receive comprehensive case management services, with the goal of successful reentry to their home communities. The services at McGrath House are provided in a gender-responsive environment, geared to meet the unique and complicated needs of the women involved with the program. The average length of stay at McGrath House is approximately 5 months.
Hampshire House
Horizon House
Youth Programs
Somerville Transition Shelter Services
Sargent House
The intent of the program is to offer a community living experience with a high level of staff support and supervision. Our goal is to maximize motivation, participation, progress, self esteem, and self-control to achieve optimal functioning levels, contributing to placement in a less restrictive environment over time.
Watson Academy
Watson Academy is the Department’s comprehensive educational enrichment program, created to enhance and supplement the education services in our various programs. It provides academic programming and assistance, life skills classes, curriculum resources, and educational support and activities throughout the Department. Watson Academy strives to harness our client’s energy and intellect, and empower them with the skills they need to enjoy success in school, at work and in their lives Innovative initiatives coordinated through the Watson Academy have included integrating Transitions Framework training in our youth programs, and implementing the Getting Beyond the System program to increase the self advocacy skills of participants.
To see the Watson Academy brochure, please click here.
To see the Watson Academy Resource Directory, please click here.
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