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The Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice provides opportunities for delinquent youths to become responsible and productive citizens. The department also provides security and treatment services in several juvenile correctional centers, as well as works with juveniles and their families. Its research and evaluation section manages and supports the department s strategic planning process. The Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice has a staff of more than 2,300 employees. In addition, the department provides quantitative and qualitative analysis services of policies, legislative proposals and management initiatives. It operates a behavioral service unit that offers diagnostic, anger management and psychological assessment services. The department additionally provides substance abuse treatment and evaluation services. The Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice operates several juvenile correctional centers that offer supervision services.