During the intake process, what is assessed to understand an individual's risk level?

The assessment of an individual's risk level during the intake process is primarily focused on their criminal history and behavior patterns. This information is crucial as it provides insight into the individual's past behavior, the severity of previous offenses, and any patterns that may indicate the likelihood of reoffending. Evaluating criminal history allows for a thorough understanding of the individual's interactions with the law and can help identify underlying issues that may contribute to their risk level.

Additionally, understanding behavior patterns can reveal specific tendencies or characteristics that might affect how the individual interacts with others or responds to different situations. This assessment is essential for making informed decisions about how to manage and support the individual during their time in the system, ensuring that appropriate interventions or supervision levels are applied based on their risk to public safety and their potential for rehabilitation.

In contrast, while employment history, social media activity, and physical health may provide relevant context in certain situations, they do not directly correlate to the risk of reoffending or behavior in the same way that criminal history and behavior patterns do. Therefore, they are not the primary focus of risk assessment during the intake process.