Behavior Management (From Juvenile Caseworker: Resource Guide, 1992, P 38-47 -- See NCJ-138674)

• NCJ Number: 138680
• Author(s): J Morgenthau
• Date Published: 1992
• Length: 10 pages
• Sale Source: American Correctional Association; National Institute of Justice/
• Publication Type: Issue Overview
• Language: English
• Country: United States of America
• Note: *This document is currently unavailable from NCJRS.

Annotation

A variety of behavior management techniques are reviewed to demonstrate approaches careworkers can use to help juveniles learn new and appropriate behavior and to become consistent in behaving properly.

Abstract

Effective behavior management techniques need to be based on commitments that help the careworker and juvenile establish a mutually agreeable working relationship. Careworkers must make a commitment to build good relationships with juveniles, maintain a professional demeanor, teach new behavior, and think before acting. The techniques of proximity, prompting, and feedback can be used in early intervention. If a confrontation occurs, problem solving or a recovery discussion can be employed to help the juvenile learn a new and appropriate behavior to handle the problem situation. An understanding of the distinctions between punishment and discipline contributes to effective behavior management. The preferred discipline approach teaches juveniles what behavior to stop, helps them understand what behavior to begin, and places the responsibility for change on them.