As a member of the faculty or as a staff member who interacts with students, you may become aware of students’ thoughts, behaviors, or experiences that concern you. It is important to “trust your gut” in these situations and take action.
Your kind words, expression of concern, and referral to a competent professional or appropriate authority can make a significant difference in the lives of students, their friends and family, and the Johns Hopkins community.
HELPFUL DOCUMENTS
- Recognizing and Assisting Students in Distress: Guidance for Johns Hopkins Faculty and Staff. This printable PDF document will provide you information on recognizing, helping, and referring a student who:
- is in distress;
- may have been subject to sexual or sex-based misconduct (which includes sex-based discrimination and harassment, sexual harassment, sexual assault, relationship violence, and stalking) and/or protected status-based discrimination or harassment;
- may have thoughts of or plans for suicide, or may be a danger to themself or others.
- Red Folder: Student Distress Quick Guide. This document is intended to help you:
- understand your role as a partner in students’ success;
- recognize students who may need help; respond supportively and safely;
- refer students to relevant campus resources and;
- report as required and seek further guidance as needed.
Contact Executive Director of Student Well-Being Jacki Stone for printed copies of the Red Folder for you or your department.
- We listen. You decide. A list of all JHU’s confidential resources to support students who may have experienced sexual violence or misconduct.
- Task Force on Student Health and Well-Being. After hearing Student Government Association concerns regarding the stressful academic environment and the availability of mental health resources, President Ronald J. Daniels committed to conduct a thorough review of the factors having an impact on the well-being of students at Johns Hopkins University. This 2018 report includes the initial findings of that task force.
Other Resources
- Emergency Contact Information. A list of university and community contacts who can help in various emergency situations.
- QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Suicide Prevention Training. In this 1-1.5 hour training, you will learn to notice the signs of suicide, practice active listening through role play, and then learn the resources for an effective referral. To request a QPR training for your department or office, please complete this form.
If you would like to request additional training for your faculty or staff group but are unsure where to start, contact Executive Director of Student Well-Being Jacki Stone to discuss your options.
Note: This website contains health and well-being resources available to Johns Hopkins students and trainees. If you are looking for resources available to Johns Hopkins faculty and staff, please visit the university’s benefits page.