To be considered for admission, the applicant must be 14-21 years-old, be completely ambulatory, score in the mild-to-borderline retardation range on a standardized I. Q. test, and display acting-out behaviors that prevent successful community adaptation. A mandatory preadmission screening is attended by the referred offender, his/her family, and representatives from the agencies involved. A contract involving the resident, the family, the referring agency, and the program staff is formulated. The unit is divided into three groups, each of which has its own unique programming and criteria for admission. A newly admitted resident is placed in group B under the assumption that he/she has some control of maladaptive behaviors. Residents are graded on their participation and behavior in school and workshop as well as general areas specified on an evaluation sheet. If progress is achieved on the individual treatment plan, the resident is promoted to group A, where residents are expected to monitor their own behavior. If acceptable behavior is maintained, increased privileges are offered. If progress in group B is not favorable, residents are demoted to group C, which focuses on gross maladaptive behaviors. Distinct credit economies are used in each group. Progression in social skills and employment skills is targeted. Full-time or part-time community employment may be provided for appropriate residents. Discharge is based on performance in the program, and detailed plans for a life structure after discharge are devised and monitored.