Who we are, what we do, and what type of reports we handle
The MOSO Cares Team is responsible for:
- The purpose of the MOSO Cares Team is to be proactive in identifying and assisting those who are distressed and/or exhibiting disruptive or dangerous behaviors. Our goal is to come alongside individuals in need of support, guidance, or other intervention and connect them with the resources they need to be successful and reduce their risk of crisis.
- Maintaining a current website, which can be easily accessed from the university’s home page and other relevant departmental pages. This site should include links to informational and referral sites, and instructions for filing a report with the MOSO Cares Team.
- Receiving, coordinating, and assessing referrals received from faculty, staff, students, and others regarding persons of concern.
- Coordinating interventions and resource assistance for persons of concern.
- Reviewing applications for admission to the university of students who indicated that they have a criminal record or currently have charges pending; or students who were suspended or expelled from a previously attended college or university. This will be accomplished by means of a MOSO Cares Team subcommittee with the Vice President for Student Affairs, Associate Vice President for Student Affairs/Dean of Students, Chief of Police, Director of Student Conduct, and Dean of Admissions (see Appendix M).
- Reviewing applications for readmission of students who were suspended for disciplinary reasons or who were involuntarily administratively withdrawn from the university. These applications will be brought to the attention of the MOSO Cares Team.
- Providing an annual report available for the campus community.
- Emergency Contact Information
Mission Statement
MOSO Cares Team is concerned about the personal and professional well-being of all students and campus community. Our mission is to promote the health and safety of all campus community members. The purpose of the MOSO Cares Team is to be proactive in identifying and assisting those who are distressed and/or exhibiting disruptive or dangerous behaviors. Our goal is to come alongside individuals in need of support, guidance, or other intervention and connect them with the resources they need to be successful and hopefully reduce their risk of crisis.
Vision
The vision of the MOSO Cares Team is to develop partnerships across campus and throughout the Joplin area to provide a collaborative, holistic approach in response to significant issues or crisis.
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