Purpose

The MVCC Care Team is dedicated to fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive campus environment by identifying, assessing, and addressing concerns related to student well-being and concerning behavior. Through a proactive and multidisciplinary approach, the Care Team promotes early intervention, resource connection, and holistic support to enhance student success and community well-being.

Charter Sponsor

President’s Cabinet

Charter Contact

Vice President for Student Affairs

Timeline

Standing

Membership

Core Team:

• Co-Chair: Dean of Student Enrollment and Development
• Co-Chair: Director of Accessibility and Wellness
• Vice President for Student Affairs
• Assistant Vice President from Academic Affairs
• Executive Director of Public Safety
• Dean of Student Life

Inner Team:
Dean of Athletics and Recreation
Assistant Vice Presidents of Academic Affairs
Academic Deans
Coordinator for Student Conduct
Campus Mental Health Counselors
Coordinator for the Office of Accessibility Resources

*Invitations to the Care Team may be extended to other campus personnel when determined to have specific and additional information that will be helpful to the success of a referral's care plan.

Does

Task	Action
Communicate the process for making a Care referral at the beginning and mid-point of each semester as reminders	Communicate to all full-time, part-time, and adjunct employees the location for making a Care referral, noted below: www.mvcc.edu/Care
Identify and assess student concerns	Review and evaluate reports of student distress, disruptive behavior, or concerning conduct. Utilize NABITA's risk assessment rubric to determine appropriate response levels.
Coordinate support and resources	Develop individualized intervention plans. Connect students with appropriate on-campus and community resources.
Monitor and follow-up	Maintain ongoing contact with students to track progress and effectiveness of interventions. Adjust support plans as needed.
Train and Educate the campus community	Provide faculty, staff, and students with training on recognizing and reporting student concerns. Promote awareness of Care Team services and procedures.

Guiding Principles

The MVCC Care Team operates under the following principles:
1. Student-Centered Approach – Prioritizing student well-being and success through individualized support.
2. Collaboration & Communication – Engaging a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.
3. Early Intervention & Prevention – Addressing concerns proactively to prevent escalation.
4. Confidentiality & Compliance –Upholding FERPA, HIPAA, and other relevant privacy regulations while ensuring safety and compliance.
5. Equity & Inclusion – Ensuring that all interventions are free from bias and accessible to all students.

Confidentiality and Compliance

• All actions and records are handled in accordance with FERPA, HIPPA, Title IX, and other applicable laws.
• Information is shared on a need-to-know basis within the scope of student safety and well-being.

 

Updated September 2025