Alabama Department of Youth Services

Steven Lafreniere

Executive Director

“We all may have different responsibilities at D.Y.S., but we all have the same job: creating safer communities by getting young people back on track.”

D.Y.S. MISSION STATEMENT

To be a life-changing resource for youth involved in the justice system by providing quality educational opportunities, services, and supports to reduce reoffending, improve positive outcomes, strengthen families, and enhance community safety.

“WE ARE HIRING”

Helping Justice -Involved Youth Be Successful Through Accountability, Education, And Rehabilitation

Join Our Team

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RFP Announcements

Community Residential Treatment Medium Risk Youth &
Interpreter/ Translator Services

Requests for Proposals

DYS DIVISIONS

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Executive Office

Advocacy, Public Information, &
Quality Assurance

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Administrative Services

Human Resources, Information Technology, Accounting, Purchasing, Property Management

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Institutional Services

Autauga, Mt. Meigs, & Vacca Campus General Information, Visitation

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Community Services

Residential Contract Providers, DYS Diversion Grants Application, DYS Diversion Programs, Licensing & Standards, Federal Programs

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DYS School District 210

Teacher Employment & Resources,
DYS Schools & Programs

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Special Operations

Training and Staff Development, Screening and Placement, & Special Investigations

D.Y.S.
Campuses

Residential Contract
Providers

Community
Diversion Programs

D.Y.S. DATA & ANALYTICS