OJA Treatment Foster Care (TFCO) — Oklahoma

TFCO provides a family-based, clinically supported alternative to secure placement for youth ages 13–17 with serious offenses, emphasizing structure, skill practice, and caregiver coaching.

Program Snapshot

Domain: Juvenile justice — placement alternative
Target: Youth 13–17 with serious offenses; step-down from detention/placement or diversion from commitment
Coverage: State-wide availability varies by contracted providers
Model: TFCO (specialized foster care with intensive clinical support)

Referral Pathway

Court/probation or OJA identifies eligibility → behavioral/clinical screening → TFCO home match → daily coaching/support with coordinated school and community services.

Eligibility

Serious/chronic offending with suitability for family-based placement
Stabilizable behavioral needs; caregiver participation within TFCO model
Risk/needs screen guides appropriateness versus secure placement

Process Notes

Structured daily routines; skills training; frequent team check-ins
Education continuity and coordinated MH/SUD services as needed
Planned step-down and aftercare supports to maintain gains

Outcome Metrics (Stub)

Stability in TFCO placement and successful step-down
School attendance/credit recovery; incidents/violations
Recurrence of complaints at 90/180/365 days