Placement & Aftercare (Texas)
Overview of placement types for committed youth and the structure of parole/aftercare in Texas.
Placement Types
- TJJD state secure facilities: high-security placements for serious or chronic offenses (specialized units included).
- County post-adjudication facilities: local custodial placements operated by counties.
- Contracted residential programs: non-secure or staff-secure programs based on risk/needs.
From the Pipeline Summary
- Commitment & Placement: Commitment to TJJD for felonies or chronic offending; counties must certify no local alternative; 5 state schools + county post-adj.
- Reentry & Aftercare: TJJD parole 6–9 months on average; reentry starts ~90 days pre-release; county probation aftercare for local placements.
Aftercare & Parole
- Reentry planning begins prior to release and connects to county probation where applicable.
- Parole supervision typically lasts several months with step-down supports.
- Education and treatment handoffs are documented to reduce service gaps.
Notes
Local practice varies by county. Data systems and handoffs can affect how quickly services resume after release.