A.S.S.E.T.

JWB, in alignment with its Strategic Plan developed a standards-based comprehensive review process for funded agencies to assist them in facilitating strong services for the children, families, and communities of Pinellas County (1998). The review process, A.S.S.E.T. (Agency Self-Study Efficacy Tool), integrates and encourages quality improvement and public accountability practices in the delivery of results-based outcomes. This process uses best practice standards in building administrative capacity to deliver effective services.

In 2008, the restructuring of A.S.S.E.T. resulted in the blending of the A.S.S.E.T. review and annual contract monitoring. These two previously separate monitoring activities are now combined in this edition of the A.S.S.E.T. Comprehensive Review. The A.S.S.E.T. component focuses on administrative capacity and the contract monitoring focuses on compliance and service delivery activities.

Agencies will conduct a thorough examination of their policies, procedures, and organizational structure. Each agency is required to submit supportive documentation for addressing core administrative functions that include: Governance, Organization Management, Quality Improvement, Risk Management, Financial Management, and Human Resource Management. In addition, each agency will be assigned a JWB share point site to submit all requested materials for review prior to the formal on-site visit.

Training:
The JWB Training Center offers a variety of workshops and conferences aimed at best practice standards. In addition, individual training can be customized to support organization development in preparation for A.S.S.E.T. Certification.

Download the 2008 A.S.S.E.T. Manual: 2008ASSETManual.pdf

For more information, contact Mike Stone
Phone: 727-547-5636
Email Mike: mstone@jwbpinellas.org

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