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Performance & Quality Improvement ProgramHarborcreek Youth Services has fully implemented an agency-wide Quality Program GHVLJQHG�WR�HQKDQFH�HIÀFLHQW�DQG�HIIHFWLYH�VHUYLFH�GHOLYHU\�DQG�WR�PHDVXUH�WKH�attainment of strategic and program goals. One of these goals is to manage DJHQF\�SK\VLFDO�DQG�ÀQDQFLDO�UHVRXUFHV�ZKLOH�DOORZLQJ�IRU�VXVWDLQDELOLW\�DQG�JURZWK��Processes are designed to be inclusive and transparent.

The agency has adopted a sub-committee model in order to identify areas of needed improvement, especially in crucial areas related to client and staff satisfaction, client outcomes, and risk management areas. In 2013, the agency met or exceeded performance targets in the areas of staff grievances, incidents, medication outcomes, client

clinical outcomes and both client and parent satisfaction with services provided. Also, in 2013, the agency added a

sub-committee to review the domains of compliance and risk management. Visit our website at www.hys-erie.org for the latest updates on both interim and annual outcomes for this and other information.

Residential Treatment5HFRYHU\�LV�WKH�XOWLPDWH�JRDO�DW�+DUERUFUHHN�<RXWK�6HUYLFHV�DQG�RXU�VHUYLFHV�DQG�WUHDWPHQW�SODQV�UHÁHFW�RXU�GHGLFDWLRQ�WR�our resident’s physical and mental health. Treatment plans are focused on recovery and the Sanctuary model. Our treatment philosophy promotes family participation. Services are provided by a treatment team and teams determine the appropriate level and type of care, service planning, and discharge and aftercare planning.

Our Child Psychiatry Staff oversees treatment planning and provides clinical leadership to the treatment team, psychiatric evaluation and consultation, and medical management.

Therapeutic services are provided in individual, family, and group settings. In addition to daily support provided by unit and agency personnel, clients are paired with both a masters level therapist and a childcare counselor who work intensively to reach the clients’ individualized treatment goals.

The utilization of our residential services has increased as we now are serving young men and their families from 26 counties. Psychological assessments are completed including the Brief Symptom Inventory (BSI), the Trauma System Checklist for Children (TSCC), and the How I Think (HIT) Questionnaire. Treatment in our residential program includes strengh-based individual therapy, group therapy and psycho-educational group work, child care counseling, family therapy, social skill development, and therapeutic recreation. Our agency practice models are theory-based and employ a strength-based approach, incorporating social learning theory, social systems theory, recognition of the impact of trauma, and theories of cognitive and behavioral development. Our objective is to meet the needs of children, their families, and the referral agencies.

Psychological ServicesPsychological services assist children and adolescents in their learning, growth and development by providing support to meet their academic, social, and emotional challenges. Direct and indirect intervention is provided that require involvement with educational and residential staff, clients, families, community agencies and a variety of others that may be important on an individual basis. Services are tailored to the particular needs of each child/adolescent and each situation. Services included are Consultation, Assessment, Intervention, Education, and Prevention. Psychological evaluations and the facilitation of mental health service delivery are key components. The overall goal of psychological services is to increase the client’s capacity to overcome academic, personal, and social problems that could hinder their attainment of success and a satisfying and productive life.

Contributed By John Knouse, Ph.D. (Pictured At Left)

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2013 Psychiatric Residential

Treatment AwardIn a tribute to our staff, Harborcreek

Youth Services received the 2013 Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Psychiatric Residential Treatment Program of the Year

award from the esteemed Juvenile Court Judges Commission. We developed this psychiatric residential program in 2005 for adolescent males who demonstrate mental health, behavior, and/or legal problems. The program earned acclaim for providing a trauma-informed treatment program that integrates a collaborative approach among residents, families, staff, referral agencies, and managed care agencies.Youth involved with the program are engaged in a systematic planning process which involves well researched standardized assessment tools that include pre-treatment and post-treatment measures. The program provides evidence-based services and programs including the adoption of a Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) practice model. The program also delivers research-based life skills, psycho-educational programs such as ARISE, New Freedom, Drug and Alcohol Prevention Program, and Cyber Bully Prevention in Positive Behavior support. Family engagement and participation is strongly emphasized.

Photo of Dr. Joy courtesy of Michael Spears

MST NewsMultisystemic Therapy (MST) is a family-centered and community-based treatment which teaches effective parenting techniques to discourage adolescent truancy, disrespect, violence, and substance abuse. The MST program equips participants to independently address problems using support and skill-building resulting in responsible behavior for the entire family.

During the 2013 calendar year, the HYS MST program served 50 open and active youth in Erie County.

Of the 37 youth discharged from the program during this time, more than 94% (33) were able to remain at home with their families, nearly 89% (31) had no new criminal offenses during the time they were in treatment, and 77% (27) demonstrated improved family functioning.

In addition, more than 83% of youth reported satisfaction with MST treatment.

The MST program provides families with tools for successful parenting. By using their own network of supports, families are less dependent on mental health professionals and are better suited to resolve issues on their RZQ�� �$V�D�UHVXOW��067�EHQHÀWV�QRW�only the child initially referred to the program but the entire family as well, including other children.

CRR Host Home Treatment ProgramThe Community Residential Rehabilitation (CRR) Host Home Treatment Program is a therapeutic foster care program designed for children and their families who are located in Erie County. The Host Home Treatment Program is a community-based, out-of-home program in which the child lives with a trained Host Home Parent (foster parent) for six to nine months while receiving individualized mental health treatment.

Once a child is placed, the treatment team provides complete support to the Host Home parents and treatment services for the child and their family. The child receives weekly individual and family therapy, ongoing case coordination services, and monthly consultation with a Child Psychiatrist. The end goal is to reunite them with their family in a happy, healthy home. To reach this goal, we put an emphasis on therapeutic visits and family therapy sessions, so everyone is involved. We’re excited to watch our Foster Parent community continue to grow and thrive in 2014!

Partnerships and Joint VenturesOver the past year the agency was awarded a grant from Erie Insurance. This

award allowed us to purchase a new emergency generator that ensures the health, safety and security of the youth in our care as well as the

staff we employ. In the event of a power failure, natural disaster, or emergency situation we can rest assured basic amenities are

provided. The grant revenues received have a direct impact on our agency allowing us to remain secure and healthy during GLIÀFXOW�WLPHV�

Further enhancing the safety environment for our employees and clients, HM Workers’ Compensation awarded us a safety grant to provide campus security. We were able

to obtain a safety door system and related staff ID badge system to allow internal safety and access control measures. This

access control system is operational and maintained and reviewed regularly by the Building and Grounds Committee and Health and

Safety Committee.

We were also fortunate to receive a grant from Catholic Charities enabling HYS to implement an on-line staff development and training program and secure items needed for the HYS Spartan Basketball team. This training program complements WKH�LQVWUXFWRU�OHG�WUDXPD�WUDLQLQJV�DQG�6DQFWXDU\�SULQFLSOHV��,W·V�EHHQ�WHUULÀF�VHHLQJ�our youth involved in the Diocese of Erie basketball league, with the equipment and supplies needed to perform with respect and individuality.

We are grateful for the continued support of all our donors and partners, including the John A. and Margaret E. Spaeder Fund��ZKLFK�EHQHÀWV�(ULH�&RXQW\�FKLOGUHQ�DQG�KHOSV�XV�SURYLGH�for the ever-changing needs of our agency.

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2013-2014 Board Members

Dr. Peter Benekos Fr. Scott JaboKristie NosichGary Borowy Scott Landis

Sean O’RourkeDr. Kevin Courtright

Rick LinseRobert Phillips

Benton Elliott, Jr.Joshua Maloney Alison SamuelsTina Gilmore

Ryan MasolotteDavid SannerJulia Herzing

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Sr. Carol MorehouseSr. Mary Ann White

Educational ServicesHarborcreek Youth Services’ on campus education program is licensed under the Pennsylvania Department of Education as a Private Residential 5HKDELOLWDWLYH�,QVWLWXWLRQ�VWDIIHG�E\�3$�FHUWLÀHG�WHDFKHUV��:H�SURYLGH�academic instruction for students in grades 5-12 and high school credit for students in grades 9-12 based on home district curriculum mapping and aligned with PA standards. Teachers provide students with real life connections and experiences to enhance learning. In addition, we focus RQ�LQWHJUDWHG�OHDUQLQJ�LQ�FRUH�FODVVHV�ZLWK�DVVLVWDQFH�RI�WZHQW\�ÀUVW�FHQWXU\�technology.

In October 2013, our Director of Education presented at the PA Neglected and Delinquent Leadership Symposium. The presentation, “Creating a Culture of Readers,” was an informative piece about our success in turning reluctant readers into avid readers.

Our Work Experience Program provides clients with opportunities to learn to work in a competitive environment offering jobsite awareness and experiences in landscaping, carpentry, custodial, light maintenance, and building trades. Our clients not only experience hands-on activities but they learn what is required to become and remain employed.

Campus MinistryThe Campus Ministry program at HYS provides many opportunities and services for our residents and staff.

The primary focus is to welcome all residents to the agency, provide Bibles and other spiritual reading as UHTXHVWHG��EXLOG�VXSSRUWLYH�DQG�FDULQJ�UHODWLRQVKLSV�ZLWK�UHVLGHQWV��DQG�UHVSRQG�WR�VSHFLÀF�UHVLGHQW�UHTXHVWV��Communication with HYS team members about Campus Ministry activities and events is equally important. Non-denominational Christian services are provided as well as Catholic Mass for interested residents.

Throughout the year, Campus Ministry offers a variety of programs such as the annual Christmas time “Pet Prayer Service” when staff members are invited to

bring their animals to visit with the residents. The residents really enjoy mingling with the pets, and the pets seem to enjoy it as well. Also, the annual HYS Christmas Choir is an opportunity for our residents to express themselves in song. The choir members take great pride in their performance and love receiving the positive feedback from the audience.

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sad, the residents come to realize that they are not alone in their grief. This ten-session group provides the residents the opportunity to express their feelings about different

components of grief: things like attending the funeral or memorial service of a loved one, and moving on without their loved one physically present.

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time) to articulate their thoughts and feelings about the loss. The highlight of the experience for the residents is making their own “memory pillow” which gives them something tangible to hold.

Over 40 young men have participated in Loss Group since its inception at HYS, and in 2013 seventeen boys shared in this experience. The loss of a loved one is certainly a traumatic experience, and as HYS embraces trauma-informed FDUH��WKH�/RVV�*URXS�LV�RQH�EHQHÀFLDO�FRPSRQHQW�LQ�WKH�FDUH�RI�RXU�UHVLGHQWV�

In coordinated efforts with the agency therapists, we have held memorial services when a resident is unable to be with their family at a time of loss. Rituals are important for our residential clients, so we celebrate important Christian holidays, and have begun marking “Children’s Grief Awareness Day” each November.

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“The Seven Commitments” by Cory, age 15

The Seven Sanctuary Commitments

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Our MissionUsing Sanctuary practices and principles, we help youth and families overcome adversity and build positive futures within a safe, Christian environment that respects and promotes individuality and strengthens community.

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Be a Friend of HYSThank you for your support of

Harborcreek Youth Services. We depend on the

generosity of individuals, corporations and foundations to provide the best treatment programs possible for

our clients.

Click the “Donate” button on our website (www.hys-erie.org) to send a contribution through your PayPal account.

GE Employee and retirees - you can double your gift! Your individual contribution of $25.00 or more will be matched by the GE Foundation Matching Gifts Program. To report your gift, call 1-800-305-0669 or visit our website for more information.

To give a gift-in-kind, contact Shelley Torrey at (814)899-7664, extension 308. There are always certain items we need for the boys. Harborcreek Youth Services LV�D�����F�����QRQSURÀW�RUJDQL]DWLRQ�and all contributions are tax-deductible to the extent the law allows.

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Who We HelpThe following data was taken from the Catholic Charities USA 2013 Annual Survey and focuses on the number of clients receiving services.

2013 Fiscal and Service Data

Counseling & Mental Health Services

Education and Enrichment Services

Services to At-Risk and Other Specific Populations

Foster Care Services

Residential Care Services

County Service Fees: $997,590

HealthChoices Funding: $6,864,585

Government Funding: $1,222,868

Other Revenue: $163,212

Contributed Funds: $48,625

Investment Income: $309,066

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