TechValidate Research on Crisis Prevention Institute


Case Study: Williamson County Juvenile Services

Introduction

This case study of Williamson County Juvenile Services is based on a December 2015 survey of Crisis Prevention Institute customers by TechValidate, a 3rd-party research service.

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become engrained in our training.”

“Staff learn a higher level of communication with the clients which has improved over the years.”

“Helpful supports include webinars, updates, and new methods.”

“It works.”

Challenges

Sought Nonviolent Crisis Intervention® training to:

  • Meet regulatory compliance
  • Reduce workplace violence rate
  • Reduce worker compensation claims
  • Improve organizational culture
  • Improve staff confidence in working with challenging clients

Environment

  • Has gone through the following CPI advanced training programs:
    • Trauma Informed Care
    • Enhanced Verbal Skills
    • Applied Physical Training
  • Provides refresher training to their staff every 6 months.
  • Categorizes their environment as a juvenile corrections facility.

Results

  • Reduced challenging/disruptive behaviors by over 50% since implementing CPI de-escalation techniques.
  • Reduced worker compensation claims by over 50% as a result of implementing CPI techniques.
  • Reduced the use of force by over 50% since implementing CPI techniques.




About This Data

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