The
Commission's foremost responsibility is the
custody and care of juveniles committed to and
otherwise placed under its jurisdiction (including
the Aftercare/Parole function for committed
juvenile offenders). However, the Commission
has additional significant responsibilities
which include: serving an oversight role in
county juvenile justice issues; administering
the State/Community Partnership Grant Program,
coordinating through County Youth Services Commissions
the planning and expansion of local sanctions
and services; establishing standards for county
detention facilities and monitoring compliance;
and overseeing the implementation of education
programs in county detention facilities. |
The
JJC is committed to: providing a safe living
environment for New Jersey's men, women and,
particularly, its children;
ensuring that juvenile offenders are held accountable
for their law breaking; and providing to juveniles
opportunities for personal growth and skill
development through rehabilitative efforts and
prevention services. |