JusticeWorks Family of Services

What JusticeWorks Family of Services does

JusticeWorks Family of Services is a Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based behavioral health and child welfare provider founded in 1999 by Dan Heit. The company delivers a portfolio of community-based programs to at-risk children, adjudicated youth, and families — including three trademarked 'Signature Services' (JustCare®, STOPP®, VIP®) and roughly 15 evidence-based 'Research-Informed Practices' such as Aggression Replacement Training, Marty Beyer Visit Coaching, Triple P, Voices, and Healthy Families of America. Operating subsidiaries include JusticeWorks BehavioralCare, which delivers BabyNet early intervention, therapeutic foster care, and Family-Centered Community Support Services.

The business model is exclusively B2G (business-to-government): JusticeWorks contracts with county Children & Youth Services agencies, juvenile probation departments, state Departments of Social Services (e.g., Delaware DSCYF, South Carolina DSS), school districts, Head Start programs, and courts through RFP/procurement processes. Service delivery is field-based across 130+ counties in 7 states (Pennsylvania, Ohio, Florida, Maryland, South Carolina, Colorado, Nevada, plus Delaware), provided in family homes, schools, community centers, and detention facilities. Pricing is quote-based per contract, not publicly disclosed, and revenue is funneled from public-sector appropriations. There is no disclosed venture or private equity funding.

In March 2026, JusticeWorks was acquired by Omni Family of Services, joining the 3LS Inc. portfolio of employee-owned companies and expanding Omni's footprint from 5 to 10 states while growing combined headcount to over 1,200. The acquisition is the most significant corporate event in the company's 26-year history and effectively ended independent ownership.

Name

JusticeWorks Family of Services

Legal name

JusticeWorks Family of Services

Website

https://justiceworksyouthcare.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Acquired

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

JusticeWorks Family of Services is a Pittsburgh-based behavioral health and child welfare provider delivering trademarked signature programs (JustCare®, STOPP®, VIP®) and evidence-based practices to at-risk youth and families through government contracts with county and state child welfare, juvenile justice, and social services agencies across ten states.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Child Welfare and Juvenile Justice Social Services

NAICS

Individual and Family Services (6241), Child and Youth Services (624110)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Reentry & Justice-Involved Support Services (BPAGAEAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Family & Parenting Support Services (BPAGAEAC), Forensic & Correctional Behavioral Health Services (HLAFACAM), Interagency Coordination & Case Management (VR, DD, Medicaid Waivers) (EDAKANAM)

Keywords

• Child welfare services
• Juvenile justice services
• Behavioral health services
• Family support services
• Community-based social services

Headquarters

HQ city

Pittsburgh

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Government Contracts - Child Welfare Services: Contracts with county Children & Youth Services (CYS) agencies to provide family support, case management, and intervention services for at-risk families and children.
2. Government Contracts - Juvenile Justice Services: Contracts with juvenile probation departments to provide supervision, intervention, and support services for youth in the justice system.
3. School-Based Contracts: Contracts with school districts and educational institutions for truancy prevention, alternative education (Compass Academy), and student support services.
4. Department of Social Services Contracts: State-level contracts with Department of Social Services for Family-Centered Community Support Services (FCCSS) and BabyNet early intervention services.
5. Head Start Program Support: Contracts with Head Start programs and human resource commissions to provide classroom observation and behavioral interventions.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

JusticeWorks Family of Services is a government-contracted behavioral health and social services agency delivering community-based programs for at-risk youth and families. The company provides three proprietary signature service models—JustCare® (continuing care/aftercare), STOPP® (intervention and support), and VIP® (Violation Initiative Program)—supplemented by approximately 15 research-informed practices and additional programs across child welfare, juvenile justice, early intervention, and education. Services are delivered directly through county and state government contracts in over 130 counties across Pennsylvania, Ohio, South Carolina, Florida, Maryland, Colorado, Delaware, and Nevada.

Product overview

JusticeWorks Family of Services operates as a comprehensive human and behavioral health services organization offering a portfolio of interconnected programs for child welfare, juvenile justice, and family support. The organization provides three Signature Services (JustCare®, STOPP®, and VIP®) as the core service models, supplemented by approximately 15+ Research-Informed Practices including Visit Coaching, ART, and various evidence-based parenting programs. Additional service programs include Independent Living, Casework Field Coach, Adoption Preparation (SWAN), Transportation, Drug Testing, Mentoring, and Youth Employment Services. JusticeWorks BehavioralCare, a sub-brand, provides specialized services including BabyNet (early intervention for developmental delays), Therapeutic Foster Care, Family-Centered Community Support Services, Head Start behavioral support, and Targeted Case Management. The organization serves children and families across multiple states including Pennsylvania, Ohio, Colorado, Florida, Delaware, Nevada, Maryland, and South Carolina.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• JusticeWorks BehavioralCare: Behavioral health services division providing BabyNet early intervention services, therapeutic foster care, Head Start support programs, and family-centered community support services across multiple states.

Products and services

• JustCare® A signature continuing care/aftercare service model that provides community-based family support recognized nationally for empowering families and improving outcomes for youth transitioning out of residential placement.
• STOPP® A signature service providing intervention and support for youth and families involved in the juvenile justice system, focused on behavior change and family engagement.
• VIP® (Violation Initiative Program) A signature service providing intensive support for youth in the juvenile justice system, particularly those with violations of probation.
• Aggression Replacement Training (ART) An evidence-based cognitive-behavioral intervention designed to help youth manage and reduce aggressive behaviors through skill-building.
• Visit Coaching A therapeutic visitation service using the Dr. Marty Beyer model that facilitates parent-child contact while developing sustainable parenting skills during court-ordered or agency-supervised visits.
• Independent Living A service program that prepares older youth in foster care or juvenile justice for adulthood by helping them develop critical life skills for living independently.
• Casework Field Coach A collaborative professional development program that assigns caseworkers to dedicated field coaches for building engagement skills and self-directed growth.
• Check and Connect An evidence-based intervention designed to enhance student engagement at school and with learning through mentor relationships and persistence.
• Drug Testing Comprehensive drug testing services with stringent protocols for identification and documentation, designed to prevent tampering.
• Mentoring An empowerment program using a blend of traditional mentoring and team mentoring for events and milestone celebrations to support youth development.
• Transportation Services Program Cost-effective and safe transport services for youth and families in need to support service access.
• Youth Employment Services Supports youth in the juvenile justice system in developing critical skills, securing employment, and maintaining employment.
• Family Finding A practice focused on locating and engaging extended family members to provide support networks for children and families involved with child welfare.
• Family Group Decision Making A family-centered approach that brings together extended family members to make collaborative decisions about children's welfare and permanency planning.
• Family Reunification Services designed to help families reunite safely after children have been placed in out-of-home care.
• Girls Circle® A structured support group for girls focusing on building self-esteem and healthy relationships.
• Voices A specialized curriculum (Dr. Stephanie Covington's Voices) designed to empower survivors and prevent exploitation, particularly in human trafficking prevention.
• Positive Parenting Program® (Triple P) An evidence-based parenting program (Triple P) that equips caregivers with skills and resources to navigate parenting challenges and prevent maltreatment.
• Adoption Preparation (SWAN) Statewide Adoption and Permanency Network (SWAN) services supporting county agencies in expediting permanency for children awaiting adoption.
• Plan of Safe Care (POSC) A comprehensive initiative designed to ensure the safety and well-being of substance-affected infants and their caregivers through coordinated care planning.
• Compass Academy Alternative education programs operating in Schuylkill and Lycoming counties, providing academic instruction for youth in the juvenile justice system.
• Truancy Prevention Program On-site school truancy prevention services to address truant behaviors and support students and families in maintaining attendance.
• Healthy Families of America An evidence-based home-visiting program implemented in Lehigh, Luzerne, Northampton, and Pike Counties to prevent child abuse and neglect through early intervention and family strengthening.
• BabyNet In-home early intervention support service provided to infants from birth to 3 years old who exhibit physical, cognitive, or verbal developmental delays, delivered in the child's natural environment.
• Therapeutic Foster Care Licensed therapeutic foster care services for children and families in South Carolina.
• Family-Centered Community Support Services (FCCSS) Comprehensive services including homemaker services, career exploration, non-medical transportation, tutoring, and parenting services to address family instability.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 50,000 families served since 1999; nearly 6,000 served daily as of 2024
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Omni Family of ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 March 2026Omni Family of Services acquired JusticeWorks YouthCare in March 2026, expanding Omni's footprint from 5 to 10 states and doubling its employee base to over 1,200. The acquisition aligns with shared mission of building better futures for youth, families, and communities. JusticeWorks operates under the 3LS Inc. portfolio of employee-owned companies.
• South Carolina BabyNet (SCDHHS)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 June 2024JusticeWorks BehavioralCare accepted as BabyNet provider for early intervention services to infants birth to 3 years with developmental delays. Services provided in child's natural environment (home or daycare). Statewide implementation planned.
• Delaware Department of Services for Children, Youth, and Families (DSCYF)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 May 2024Statewide Family Support Services contract awarded by Delaware DSCYF. Program incorporates JustCare® model, Triple P, Marty Beyer Visit Coaching, and specialized human trafficking prevention services using Dr. Stephanie Covington's Voices curriculum. Services began May 2024.
• Vibrant PittsburghcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 April 2024Partnership to advance Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion practices. JusticeWorks joined Vibrant Pittsburgh to access educational resources, virtual lunch-n-learns, and training modules. Collaboration supports JusticeWorks' DEI committee established in September 2022 and ongoing commitment to cultivating an inclusive organizational culture.
• Adams County Children and Youth Services (ACCYS)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2023Collaborative development of Caseworker Field Coach Program that assigns caseworkers to dedicated field coaches for professional development. Program presented at CWLA National Conference in Washington D.C.
• Prevent Child Abuse America - Healthy Families of AmericaminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 June 2023JusticeWorks accepted as affiliate member of Healthy Families of America, an evidence-based program to prevent child abuse and neglect. Implemented in Lehigh, Luzerne, Northampton, and Pike Counties.
• GLEAMNS Human Resource CommissionminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 February 2022JusticeWorks BehavioralCare partnered with GLEAMNS to support Head Start programs in Upstate South Carolina and parts of Richland County. Services include classroom observation and behavioral interventions. Executive Director Natasha Branon and Regional Program Director Kevin Pitts lead the partnership.
• City and County of DenvercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 February 2022JusticeWorks Colorado became official partner with Denver to provide signature services (STOPP®, JustCare®, VIP®) and Visit Coaching program. Denver is the capital city of Colorado and shares borders with Adams, Arapahoe, and Jefferson counties.
• National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 24 April 2018NYAP selected JusticeWorks as provider for Family Engagement Services in 11 counties of Region 4 in South Carolina, supporting families and preventing children from entering foster care.
• County Children & Youth Services AgenciescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOngoing contracts with county CYS agencies across Pennsylvania, Ohio, Colorado, Florida, Delaware, Nevada, and Maryland for child welfare services including family support, case management, and intervention.
• County Juvenile Probation DepartmentscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOngoing contracts with juvenile probation departments for supervision, intervention programs (VIP, ART), and reentry support services across operating states.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Pressley Ridge: Pittsburgh-based (same HQ region as JusticeWorks) nonprofit providing child welfare, juvenile justice, education, and family services through state and county contracts, including evidence-based programs. Operates in overlapping Mid-Atlantic and Midwest geographies.
• Bethany Christian Services: National child and family services organization offering foster care, adoption, family preservation, and refugee services through state and county contracts. Comparable government contracting model, similar evidence-based program portfolio, and overlapping child welfare customer base.
• Boys Town: National youth services organization providing in-home family services, residential care, and juvenile justice intervention through state contracts, school partnerships, and community programs. Comparable service portfolio spanning child welfare, juvenile justice, and education verticals.
• Youth Villages: National nonprofit providing intensive in-home services, residential treatment, and transitional living for at-risk youth through state contracts. Directly comparable to JusticeWorks' JustCare aftercare model and its multi-state government-contracted delivery structure.
• Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health: Large nonprofit operating residential, community-based, and foster care behavioral health programs across many states, contracting with the same state CYS, juvenile justice, and Medicaid funding streams that JusticeWorks relies on.
• National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP): Identified in the data as a partner in South Carolina Region 4 for Family Engagement Services and a competing multi-state child welfare and juvenile justice services provider. NYAP operates in many of the same state government contracting channels (CYS, juvenile probation, courts) as JusticeWorks.
• Seneca Family of Agencies: California-based nonprofit providing intensive in-home services, Wraparound, juvenile justice, and early intervention through county mental health and child welfare contracts. Comparable Wraparound/community-based intensive service model to JusticeWorks' JustCare.
• Omni Family of Services: Acquirer of JusticeWorks in March 2026 and the most direct peer — provides foster care, adoption, family preservation, and behavioral health services across multiple states, targeting the same government contracting customers (CYS, juvenile probation, state DSS) as JusticeWorks.
• KVC Health Systems: National child welfare and behavioral health nonprofit providing foster care, family preservation, and in-home services via state government contracts across more than a dozen states. Highly comparable business model, customer base, and outcomes-driven value proposition to JusticeWorks.

Regional players

• Better Family Life: Midwest-based human services nonprofit providing family support, youth services, and community-based programs through state and local government contracts. Operates in a similar vertical (family preservation, youth services) but with a primarily regional geographic footprint overlapping with JusticeWorks' Missouri-adjacent service areas.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/justiceworks-family-of-services
• Instagraminstagram.com/justiceworksfos

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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