Description of Request

Submitted By: Betsy Asserson, Director of Counseling & Psychological Services

CPS continues to see an increase in demand for clinical services and the need for additional staff. During fall semester 2018, CPS saw a 15% increase in clients compared to last year. There are currently 5.0FTE (9 staff members) who do not have an office at CPS. Every available space has been converted to an office. Additionally, there will be an additional staff member hired for Fall 2019. CPS is requesting space that includes 4-7 private and confidential offices that are near each other, as well as a private waiting area. We have converted all closets and extra spaces to offices within CPS and Medical Services.

Additionally, we utilize satellite space in South Hedges and Veteran's Services to deal with the lack of space at CPS, but we are in need of further space in order to accommodate the needs of students seeking mental health services.  

Resolution

Date: August 2nd, 2019

Space Management Committee has allocated four offices and a waiting room/group meeting room to CPS in Culbertson Hall; rooms 434, 438, 435, 437, 439. This is a temporary solution as Culbertson is far removed from the rest of CPS and they deal with high risk clients. SPM will continue to look for a more appropriate solution to meet the client's needs.