Williamson County Juvenile Services

Williamson County Juvenile Services Welcome to Williamson County Juvenile Services. In 2011, Williamson County adopted the 40 Developmental Assets as our primary service philosophy.

Williamson County Juvenile Services, under the direction of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, the Williamson County Juvenile Board, and Executive Director Scott Matthew, serves both pre-adjudicated and post-adjudicated youth between the ages of 10-17. In addition to the many community-based programs offered by the department, we also operate a 30 bed detention center and a post-adjudication r

esidential facilities. The department, in collaboration with the 11 school districts within Williamson County, also operates the Successful Transition Education Program (STEP), which provides educational services to youth in our pre and post-adjudication facilities and our Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program (JJAEP). The 40 Developmental Assets is an evidence-based approach developed by the Search Institute (www.search-institute.org) in Minneapolis, MN. The basic theory behind the 40 Developmental Assets is the more developmental assets a youth possesses the less likely they are to engage in high-risk behavior and more likely they will be able to thrive. With that in mind, all Juvenile Services staff focuses on developing as many assets as possible in the youth we serve through the numerous programs we provide. Some of these programs include: early intervention/prevention programs, in-home family counseling, anger management, parenting skills classes, life skills classes, art therapy, Kids and K9’s, adventure based therapy, and community service opportunities. Juvenile Services also collaborates with multiple agencies throughout Williamson County that share a similar service philosophy to ensure a continuum of care to the juveniles we serve.

WCJS would like to wish everyone a safe and happy 4th of July.
07/04/2026

WCJS would like to wish everyone a safe and happy 4th of July.

This week we celebrated the remarkable career of Crispin Betak as she retired after 25 years of dedicated service to Wil...
06/05/2026

This week we celebrated the remarkable career of Crispin Betak as she retired after 25 years of dedicated service to Williamson County Juvenile Services. While it is difficult to imagine the department without her, it is impossible to overstate the positive impact she has made throughout her career.

For a quarter of a century, Crispin has been a trusted colleague, a dependable professional, and a valued friend to many. Through challenges, changes, and successes, she has consistently demonstrated dedication, integrity, and a genuine commitment to serving others. Her willingness to lend a helping hand, share her knowledge, and support those around her has left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to work alongside her.

As she begins this new chapter, we offer our deepest gratitude for her years of dedication and friendship. While Crispin will be greatly missed, we are excited for the opportunities, adventures, and well-deserved relaxation that retirement will bring. We wish Crispin and her family continued happiness, good health, and many wonderful memories in the years ahead.

Thank you, Crispin, for 25 EXTRODINARY years of service. Your contributions will not be forgotten, and your impact will remain a part of this department for generations to come.

Juvenile Services would like to wish all mothers a Happy Mother’s Day! We hope you enjoy your day.
05/10/2026

Juvenile Services would like to wish all mothers a Happy Mother’s Day! We hope you enjoy your day.

Meet Luna Raptor! She’s been part of Juvenile Services for over 500 days, and our kids and staff absolutely adore her. H...
01/29/2026

Meet Luna Raptor! She’s been part of Juvenile Services for over 500 days, and our kids and staff absolutely adore her. Help us get her the Pet Lover’s Choice Award—please consider voting for Luna!

Friends! There’s another doggo hot on my heels… I mean paws! Can you please help me out by voting and sharing this post? I has spent almost 550 days of my life at work with Juvenile Services, helping kids (and adults!) regulate, stay calm, and learn coping skills. My coworkers thinks I is a hero. If you agrees, please help!

Vote for free once every 24 hours, or if you would like to contribute to the Best Friends Animal Society (which is the leading animal welfare organization dedicated to saving the lives of dogs and cats in America’s shelters and making the entire country no-kill), all paid votes today count double!

https://petloverschoiceawards.com/contestant/6505?contest=12

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Georgetown, TX
78626

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