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Major Steps for Program Implementation
This Bulletin is a companion to the JAIBG Bulletin Developing a Policy for Controlled Substance Testing of Juveniles (Crowe and Sydney, 2000) and presents a detailed discussion of a 10-step process, shown in figure 1, for developing and implementing a substance-testing program. Although these steps are presented independently, in practice they are likely to overlap, with final determinations about policies and procedures in one area contingent on decisions made at other points during the process. |
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Figure 1: Steps for Developing a Substance-Testing Program
Involve key stakeholders.
Determine program purpose.
Investigate legal issues.
Identify youth to be tested.
Select methodology.
Decide how to use results and arrange for adequate and appropriate treatment.
Develop written policies and procedures.
Obtain funding.
Develop staff.
Evaluate the program.
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