II. PURPOSE
1. To identify both service and
service coordination gaps at the local level.
2. To establish a continuum of care
delivery model through partnership agreements and
Protocols.
3. To coordinate and facilitate
communication, joint problem-solving and planning
efforts among health (including
mental health and addictions), criminal justice,
developmental service, and social
service organizations;
4. To develop creative local
solutions to problems or issues through more effective
service coordination.
III. OBJECTIVES
1.
To review existing and establish new protocols with HSJCC member agencies as
the need arises.
2.
To identify and advocate for changes to improve the experience of individuals
who
come
into contact with the justice system, to prevent inappropriate entry into the system
and
to
advocate for appropriate supports and services.
3.
To promote education and training for committee members and community partners;
4.
To monitor progress and changes, and opportunities for collaboration in the both
the Adult
Community
Treatment Court and the Youth Community Treatment Court.
5.
To promote and share emerging practices, regionally and provincially
6.
To enhance consumer/peer participation in the committee structure.
7. To promote collaboration between Police and
Mental Health/ Human Services;
For more information please review our Terms of Reference.