Section 2420.30  Assignment

a)         Assignments of committed youth to youth centers shall be in accordance with 20 Ill. Adm. Code 2503.

b)         The Assignment Officer shall, within 30 days following admission, make a recommendation for the assignment of a committed youth received at an assigned youth center.

c)         Temporary assignments may be made by the Assignment Officer prior to review by the Chief Administrative Officer.

d)         Committed persons, upon request, shall be considered for placement in programs or assignments for which they are eligible to receive earned good conduct credits in accordance with 20 Ill. Adm. Code 107.Subpart F or placement on a waiting list if one exists.  In determining eligibility for placement in such programs or assignments the Department shall consider, among other factors, the requirements for admission to the requested program or assignment, staff recommendations, administrative concerns, the safety and security of the facility or any person, and the committed person's institutional behavior, disciplinary record, educational record, projected release date, and medical and mental health status.

e)         A committed youth may be given an opportunity to appear before and address the Assignment Officer whenever the individual's case is being considered.

f)         Recommendations made by the Assignment Officer shall be in writing.

g)         All recommendations are subject to review and approval by the Chief Administrative Officer.