Is there an alternative to implementing an evidence-based practice for evaluating Youth and Family Services outcomes?
Yes, however, programs should undergo process evaluation to ensure quality and fidelity to those elements that produce outcomes. One tool that at-risk youth service agencies may use is King County’s Elements of Successful Programs, managed through the Youth and Family Services Program. This project identified the elements of programs that are most effective in reducing youth recidivism, delinquency and violence. It also provides a process evaluation tool to help agencies assess their programs and consistency with the most effective elements.
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