Detention Center
JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER
530 S. Pearl Avenue
Joplin, Missouri 64801
Phone:
417-625-4300
417-623-6676 (after normal business hours)
DETENTION SUPERINTENDENT:
Tiffany Herman
The Jasper County Juvenile Detention Center is a facility designed to provide secure, short-term confinement for young people who are being held on a judicial custody order, awaiting a detention hearing, placement with Division of Youth Services, or waiting release to legal guardians. The center focuses on maintaining a safe and structured environment where youth can receive supervision, education, and rehabilitation services.
The center includes living quarters, classrooms, and recreational areas tailored to address the specific needs of its residents. Educational programs aim to ensure that detained youths continue their academic progress. Behavioral intervention services are also integral to the facility's approach, aiming to address the underlying issues that contribute to delinquent behavior.
Staff at the Jasper County Juvenile Detention Center work to balance security with support, creating a rehabilitative environment that fosters personal growth and development. The facility's mission is to provide a framework for positive change, helping young individuals to make better choices and build a more constructive future.
The Juvenile Detention Center provides the following services to all youth housed at the facility:
Education (provided by Joplin School District)
On-site medical care
Visitation schedules
Recreational activities
Mental health services
Bible studies and religious services
Library services
