SATOP

Substance Awareness Traffic Offenders Program

The the Safety Council mission is “to inform and educate drivers in Missouri for alcohol-and drug-related driving offenses as to the hazards and consequences of impaired driving, Promote a safe and responsible decision making regarding driving, motivate for personal change and growth, and contribute to public health.”

SATOP objective is to reduce the number of repeat DWI offenses by individuals who complete a state certified DWI program; and to provide individuals an opportunity to address alcohol and substance use.

The St. Joseph Safety and Health Council is a state-certified Offender Management Unit (OMU) which offers screening assessments (Driver Risk Inventory Screening) to determine the level of services needed for SATOP participants.

Individuals are referred to their choice of Missouri SATOP Programs certified by the Missouri Department of Mental Health (DMH), Division of Behavioral Health (DBH).

Referrals are made based on the assessment to an appropriate program.

Assessments Consist Of:

  • Review of Department of Revenue Driving Record

  • Review of Blood Alcohol Content (BAC)

  • Administration of computerized screening assessment

  • Personal interview with a Qualified Substance Abuse Professional

  • The process is the same no matter which SATOP provider you engage. The assessment costs $375.00 (debit, credit or money order only) which takes about an hour to complete.

It can be done in person at 3131 Frederick Ave. Suite 220 - or over the internet.

You will need to call 816-233-3330 for an appointment, we are very flexible - offering evenings and weekends as well of needed.

Offender Education program (OEP)

A 10-hour education course designed for lower risk consumers in understanding the choices they made that led to their intoxication and arrest. This class is held on a the first weekend of the month.

Friday - 4:45pm to 10:pm & Saturday - 8:00am to 1:30pm

The service level fee is $200.00.

* Usually, the first weekend of the month at St. Joseph Safety and Health Council but is subject to change..

Weekend Intervention Program (WIP)

A 20-hour level of service designed for repeat or high-risk consumers using intensive education and counseling intervention methods over a weekend of structured activities. This program is conducted in a restrictive environment on the third weekend of the month.

Friday - 5:00pm to 8:15pm Saturday - 9:00am to 6:00pm Sunday - 9:00am to 6:00pm

The service level fee is $474.46, plus $6.70 for materials.

* Usually, the third weekend of the month at St. Joseph Safety and Health Council but is subject to change.

There is a reduced fee of $256.70 - if referred to this class, we will work with you to see if you are eligible.

ALSO AVAILAVLE: KS ASSESSMENTS

Kansas DWI / DUI Assessments are also available through the St. Joseph Safety and Health Council.