
Jail-Based Program

Our Jail-Based Program provides intensive programming services for justice-impacted young adults ages 18-21 who are currently in New York City Department of Corrections custody.
The goal of the program is to reduce challenging behavior and recidivism by providing skill development, transition planning referrals, and workshops covering a variety of topics.
A team of SCO staff members provide daily workshops and transitional services to young adults on Rikers Island, teaching them job-related skills, financial literacy, budget management, and a variety of other skills that will make them more employable and help them achieve future success. Our staff also provide workshops on such things as anger management and coping skills to help these young adults better deal with negative situations, such as working through potential barriers to employment.
SCO’s Jail-based Program is part of an ongoing partnership between SCO Family of Services and the New York City Department of Corrections.
Success Stories

Shalini’s Story
Shalini is a young woman who knows exactly where she’s headed. A chance experience tutoring young children as a high school student while in SCO’s foster care program ignited her passion for teaching, and now guides her every step. With a razor-sharp focus on achieving her goals, Shalini has mapped… Learn More

Alayah’s Story
Next Stop, College! Alayah O’Sullivan - East Brooklyn Community High School Class of 2022
Alayah was always curious. When she saw something, she wouldn’t just take it at face value. She wanted to learn more. “How does that work?” “Why did that happen?” “What makes it do that?” Her inquisitive nature was one of the traits that made her such a good student. She… Learn More

95%
of women in our residential recovery program remained substance free

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1,100
children and young adults through foster care programs