CONSULTATION
If you have any questions about a student and how best to approach
that person, do not hesitate to call Counseling and Psychological
Services to discuss the situation. If no one is available at the time of
your call, please leave you name and number and your call will be
promptly returned.
Referral Options
Suggest that the student come to CAPS to make an appointment. Call CAPS (x6352) while the student is in your office in order to ensure that contact is made. Walk the student over to CAPS to make an appointment. If a counselor is available, the student can be seen immediately. Please call ahead and alert the staff in the event of a student emergency.
Notification of Client Counseling
Communication
between a counselor and client is confidential. We cannot discuss
whether or not counseling is being received or the details of a
student's situation without his or her written consent. If you desire to
have notification of a student's attendance, please discuss this prior
to the student's meeting with the counselor. A release form will need to
be signed by the student.
CRISIS SITUATION
If the
student is behaving in a strange manner, is agitated, or appears to be
out of control, these are guidelines that might prove helpful to you. In
these situations, it is important to set clear limits:
- Be matter-of-fact. Control your emotions and act in a calm manner.
- Be respectful but firm. Set clear limits.
- Be concrete and direct. You may have to repeat yourself in order to be understood.
- Try to identify the problem and respond honestly about whether or not you can be of assistance.
** IF YOU FEEL THREATENED DO NOT HESITATE TO CALL PUBLIC SAFETY (x2911) **
RESOURCES
The following are useful resources for Faculty and Staff:
