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Suicide Prevention Procedures Active Suicide Attempt

Any member of the College community who has actual knowledge that a student has just engaged in, is in the process of engaging in, or is about to engage in suicidal behavior, shall immediately contact emergency personnel.
For on-campus emergencies call Campus Security, Ext. 5338 or dial 0 from a campus phone.
The Dean of Students or designee shall notify the student’s emergency contact.
The Dean of Students or designee will consult with the RCC’s Behavioral Intervention Team to determine an appropriate medical referral, help identify support strategies or develop a follow-up action plan.
If a student refuses medical assistance from emergency personnel, the student is subject to involuntary treatment and/or commitment based on the professional judgment of emergency personnel.

Any member of the College community who has actual knowledge that a student has stated plans or intentions to commit suicide shall contact the Dean of Students or designee who shall notify the student’s emergency contact.
The Dean of Students or designee will attempt to meet with the student to assess the situation and assist them with obtaining appropriate medical care and support as necessary.
The Dean of Students or designee will consult with the RCC’s Behavioral Intervention Team to determine an appropriate medical referral, help identify support strategies or develop a follow-up action plan.
An RCC student who has attempted suicide or recently before matriculating shall be required to be assessed by a mental health professional to determine the level of continued suicide risk posed and whether they are capable of continuing at the College and conducting themselves in a reasonable and safe manner.

Any member of the College community who has actual knowledge that a student has stated plans or intentions to commit suicide shall contact the Dean of Students or designee who shall notify the student’s emergency contact.
The Dean of Students or designee will attempt to meet with the student to assess the situation and assist them with obtaining appropriate medical care and support as necessary.
The Dean of Students or designee will consult with the RCC’s Behavioral Intervention Team to determine an appropriate medical referral, help identify support strategies or develop a follow-up action plan.
A student who has stated plans or intentions to commit suicide shall be required to be assessed by a mental health professional to determine the level of continued suicide risk posed and whether they are capable of continuing at the College and conducting themselves in a reasonable and safe manner.