Problem:
Santiago, 15, was caught stealing tools and equipment from a neighbor's garage. He faces second-degree burglary charges. Although peer involvement is suspected, he acknowledges guilt during the adjudication process and insists he acted alone. Santiago has been accused of petty theft and vandalism but never tried. His grandmother has raised him since his parents were imprisoned for drug convictions when he was 9. His granny struggles with his behavior. She claims he is disrespectful, missing from school, and may use marijuana. Santiago hangs around with older youths known to law enforcement and lacks stable male role models. Santiago has been punished twice for class fighting and disruption. Reading and math scores are below grade level. His social assessments show impulsivity and bad peer interactions. Interested in vehicle maintenance, he has attended community seminars. His mental health is unknown. Probation advises a psychological evaluation for despair and rage. Explain an evidence-based strategy for aftercare or parole that would be best suited for the juvenile in your case. Need Assignment Help?