ORVJCF opened its doors on January 13, 1997 with the mission of providing an atmosphere of safety and security. Fostering a therapeutic, pro-social environment where youth gain the necessary tools to choose to live crime free upon their release.

ORVJCF serves various populations ranging from general population to low, moderate and high risk sex offenders. Our population also includes low to moderate needs mental health youth. Programs for the youth include - Thinking for a Change, Anger Management, Victim Awareness Program, Relapse Prevention, Substance Abuse Education, Chemical Dependency Intervention Unit (CDIU); Sex Offender Specific Program, and Transitions. The youth also have a chance to participate in various vocational programs including masonry, residential wiring and administrative office technology.

The Ohio River Valley Juvenile Correctional Facility became accredited by the American (ACA) on October 19, 1999, and completed the re-accreditation process in February 2006 with a score of 98.9%.