Services

Outside of the core program areas, the offices for administration, inspector general, staff development, legislative affairs, general counsel, and accountability and program support help keep DJJ running smoothly.

The Florida Scholars Academy helps youth in DJJ’s care attain a high school or high school equivalency diploma, receive industry-recognized credentials, and enroll in a postsecondary program of study at a Florida college, university, or technical college. 

DJJ operates 21 juvenile detention centers in the state of Florida. Detention centers provide custody, supervision, education and mental health/substance abuse and medical services to juveniles statewide.

OHS Mission:  Comprehensive health systems that provide quality services, accountability, and responsibility for the children in the care of the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).

Find educational information and resources for youth in DJJ Day Treatment, Prevention, Detention and Residential Commitment Programs.

The Florida Department of Juvenile Justice, Office of Prevention Services offers voluntary youth crime prevention programs throughout the state of Florida. Our mission  is to enhance public safety through high-quality effective services for youth and families delivered by world-class professionals dedicated to building a stronger, safer Florida.

Probation and Community Intervention works with youth from the time they are arrested to the time they transition back into the community. The Juvenile Probation Officers play a major role throughout the Juvenile Justice process.

The Office of Residential Services provides continued care for an adjudicated youth who is committed to the custody of the Department.