Testimony of Vincent Schiraldi, Director, Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services

March 2, 2007 Testimony of Vincent Schiraldi, Director, Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services The director of the Washington, D.C. Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services provided a progress report about services for at-risk youth in the District. Mr. Schiraldi stepped into the Director position in 2005. He had the following goals: Develop the nations best continuum of care that is strength-based and family focused   Reduce the use of unnecessary secure confinement and out-of home placements for non-violent offenders   Maximize youth, family, community and staff input in our reform efforts   Increase interagency and community collaboration   Create a . . .