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37 <br /> EXHIBIT A. SIM WORKSHOP: EXISTING RESOURCES (CON 'T) <br /> Intercept II. Existing Resources for Initial Detention/Initial Court Hearings <br /> Individuals may be deflected from the justice system through the Pre-Arrest Diversion Program (OC PAD) and SOHRAD. <br /> Brief Jail Mental Health Screen is used to identify those with potential mental health issues upon booking. Those who screen positive are <br /> referred to the Detention Center medical staff for further evaluation. <br /> Screening for suicide risk also occurs at booking. <br /> Screening for other medical conditions, such as substance use history, also occurs at booking. A nurse is in the jail to provide medical <br /> care, but not 24/7. <br /> The Pretrial Release Case Manager completes an intake with each person in the Detention Center on the first business day after they have <br /> been arrested. <br /> A Pretrial Risk and Needs Assessment is also completed for everyone with a first appearance hearing. Individuals with behavioral issues <br /> are identified in these intakes and information is shared with mental health professionals at the CJRD, who follow up accordingly. <br /> 35 <br />