CARE Non-Clinical Case Managers play a vital role in supporting students’ well-being within our educational institution. 

Their responsibilities typically include: 

1. Support and Advocacy: They provide one-on-one support to students experiencing various challenges, such as mental health issues, academic stress, personal crises, or behavioral concerns. They act as advocates, helping students navigate resources and develop strategies for success. 
2. Crisis Intervention: Case managers respond to students in distress, providing immediate support, assessing their needs, and connecting them with appropriate services such as counseling, medical care, or housing assistance. 
3. Behavioral Assessment: They work as part of a team that assesses and addresses behaviors of concern, identifying at-risk individuals and taking proactive measures to prevent harm to the student or the community. 
4. Resource Coordination: They act as liaisons between students and campus or community resources, including counseling services, academic support, financial aid, and other services that can help students overcome obstacles to their success. 
5. Follow-Up and Monitoring: CARE Case Managers provide ongoing support, ensuring students are following their care plans, attending appointments, and making progress in managing their challenges. 
6. Educational Outreach: They may also engage in outreach to educate the campus community on mental health, wellness, and behavioral intervention. 

Counseling Center Staff play a crucial role in providing comprehensive mental health care to students within our educational institution. 

Their responsibilities typically include: 

1. Clinical Treatment and Assessment: They deliver culturally sensitive clinical treatment and assessments to students, including those coping with ongoing mental health concerns or diagnoses. The staff comprises licensed clinical psychologists, social workers, licensed mental health clinicians, and advanced doctoral trainees in psychology, all supervised by PCC psychologists. 
2. Addiction and Substance Use Support: Specialists in addiction and substance use offer thorough assessments and ongoing care for students dealing with substance use concerns or addiction. They provide referrals and develop tailored care plans for these students.
3. Specialized Sport Psychology: The clinical sport psychology staff work directly with Athletics and student-athletes to offer specialized care, addressing the unique psychological needs of athletes to support their overall well-being and performance. 
4. Psychiatric Medication Referrals: Students working with counselors or clinicians in the PCC may be referred for psychiatric medication assessment by the psychiatric staff, ensuring a comprehensive approach to their mental health care. 
5. Crisis Intervention and Risk Assessment: The clinical staff provide crisis intervention, risk assessments, and ongoing counseling treatment. They also refer students to both on-campus and off-campus resources as needed. 
6. Prevention and Outreach: PCC staff engage in prevention and outreach programming, offering psychoeducational training to the larger campus community to promote mental health awareness and support.