What does "multiple perspectives" mean? Using multiple perspectives refers to collecting assessment information from both the youth and adult caregiver. Collecting data from multiple reporters is encouraged by GRADcis as it increases the reliability of the information you are collecting. GRAD: Youth Version The youth version of the Global Risk Assessment Device has been developed for use with young persons ages 11-19. The instrument has 132 items that measure risk in eleven (11) domains. Youth are asked to respond to questions with one of three responses: “No/Never,” “Yes/A couple of times,” or “Yes/A lot.” GRAD: Adult Version The adult version of the GRAD is administered to parents, grandparents, and other immediate family members and/or adult caregivers for the youth. The adult is asked to answer questions about his or her perceptions of the youth’s level of risk in the eleven domains. Adult caregivers are asked to respond to questions with one of three responses: “No. There is no evidence/It is not a concern,” “Yes. There is some evidence/It is a concern,” or “Yes. There is strong evidence/It is a major concern.” NOTE: It is important to remember that you are NOT assessing the parents’ risk levels. The adult version is based on answering questions concerning “what is the adult’s perception of this youth’s risk levels?” NOTE: The scoring scheme on the adult caregiver version of the GRAD is slightly altered from the youth and professional version to account for both evidence of behaviors and parental concerns about behaviors. GRAD: Professional Version The professional version of the GRAD can be self-administered by the professional charged with the supervision of an individual youth case. In alternative scenario, the professional who is charged with the overall supervision of a particular case may administer the professional version of the GRAD to any/all other professionals, school personnel, or service providers who have (had) contact with this youth/family. Similar to the adult version, this version asks the professional to assess levels of risk for the youth based on his or her knowledge of the case and professional judgment. Professionals are asked to respond to questions with one of three responses: “No. There is no evidence/It is not a concern,” “Yes. There is some evidence/It is a concern,” or “Yes. There is strong evidence/It is a major concern.” |
