What is the Community Early Intervention (CEI) Program?
Community Early Intervention (CEI) is a program that addresses issues before becoming bigger problems like suspension or involvement with the juvenile justice system. It happens over two sessions- the first is educational and the second is a mediation that concludes by generating a written plan.
CEI may serve as an alternative or in conjunction with school or court consequences. There is a cost of $50.00 (or $40.00 with proof of Medicaid Insurance). The youth and their parent/guardian is required to attend both sessions.
Education topics can include:
- Marijuana/cannabis use
- Vaping or using nicotine products
- Gaming or gambling that is causing problems
- Skills to help cope with stress, grief, or traumas that are contributing to behavioral health concerns
Who can attend the CEI Program?
Referrals can be self-made by the family or made by schools, juvenile court, or other youth-serving organizations. The intended audience for this program is any youth who has shown early signs of substance use or behavior or mood changes that have resulted in negative outcomes. A parent/guardian is required to attend both sessions with their youth.
Complete the form to begin the CEI registration process.
Format:
Both education and mediation are individual family sessions. On specific occasions, group education sessions may take place.
1st Session- Education
- 2-hour session that provides education related to substance use and other high-risk activities and introduces healthy coping skills
2nd Session- Mediation
- 2-hour session that assists the family by addressing issues, improving family communication, and providing referrals. Mediation concludes by generating a written plan for how to implement what was agreed upon by the family.
For more information, email
CEI-SOMM@envisionpartnerships.com.
Note: this form is for payment via credit/debit card only, but a cashier's check will also be accepted in-person at your scheduled session. If your meeting is virtual, a cashier's check can be sent to Envision Partnerships, 2935 Hamilton-Mason Rd., Hamilton, OH 45011.
