MANSFIELD — The Richland County Juvenile Court was recently notified that the Detention Facility earned a 100% rating for the fourth consecutive year.
“The operation of a detention facility is very complex,” said Richland County Juvenile Court Judge Steve McKinley. “I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the entire staff who made this rating possible.”
The Ohio Department of Youth Services conducted their annual audit and inspection and found the facility to be fully compliant with the more than 350 mandatory and recommended standards set forth in the Ohio Administrative Code.
The Code governs such areas as child safety and security, health care, and education, as well as food service, staff training, and facility administration.
The 25-bed facility provides a secure and rehabilitative environment for youth determined to be of potential risk to the community or themselves, and serves Richland and several other Ohio counties.
Daily programming includes year-round educational classes by certified teachers, physical-fitness activities, life skills training and various other activities.
“Congratulations to all who contributed to this important accomplishment,” Richland County Commissioner Cliff Mears said. “Well done.”