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Overview
Overview
Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood. Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Prioritizing mental health can also lead to more success in school and in life. Doing this involves reaching a balance between life activities, responsibilities, and efforts to achieve resilience!
Philosophy
Philosophy
RCOE is committed to ensuring the success of all students through extraordinary service, support, and partnerships. Success for all students goes beyond traditional academics and supports the whole student. Research from the National Association of School Psychologists shows that mentally healthy children are more successful in school and in life. Research also indicates that unmet mental health needs are linked to negative outcomes such as academic and behavior problems, school dropout, delinquency, and long-term development of positive relationships and work-related skills. In Alternative Education, mental health services, supports, and resources are readily available for every student and family. In addition to trauma-informed training for teachers and staff, partnerships with local agencies including Riverside Latino Commission, Carolyn E. Wylie Center, local college or universities for Social Work Interns, and Care Solace exist to support the mental health needs of students and families. This philosophy also supports the Superintendent’s Mental Health Initiative to ensure students have access to mental health supports and services.
Mental Health Initiative
Mental Health Initiative
Superintendent's Mental Health Initiative
Superintendent's Mental Health Initiative
In 2020, The Riverside County Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Edwin Gomez, announced four initiatives, one of which was a mental health initiative. The Mental Health Initiative is aimed at addressing the needs of the whole student, beyond academics and the classroom. The Mental Health Initiative includes supporting and expanding mental health services and programs within the 23 school districts in Riverside County. To the left of the screen is a video highlighting the importance and significance of this initiative.
CAREspace
CAREspace
The Superintendent’s Mental Health Initiative has expanded access to mental health services by developing six CAREspace. Each CAREspace will support the mental health needs of students, families, and the community of Riverside County. The Riverside County Office of Education has partnered with the Riverside Latino Commission to provide mental health services for each CAREspace. Services are available in both English and in Spanish and include screeners, parent workshops, classroom presentations, case management, group counseling, family counseling, individual counseling, resources, and referrals. All services are provided by qualified professionals including Therapists, Social Workers, and Behavior Specialists. Services are offered in a variety of formats to maximize access for students, families, and the community of Riverside County. Hours of operation will vary depending on each CAREspace location.
If you are in need of mental health services, please complete and submit the referral below, and someone from our CAREspace team will contact you. (A referral form will be available soon.)
If you have questions about our CAREspace or Mental Health Services, please contact us at the telephone number below (A contact telephone number will be posted soon.)
Local Services
Local Services
Riverside County Office of Education CAREspace Locations:
Riverside County Office of Education CAREspace Locations:
Arlington Regional Learning Center
(951) 826-4400
6511 Arlington Avenue, Riverside, CA 92504
Room: A-200
Betty G. Gibbel Regional Learning Center
(951) 826-4250
1251 Eagle Road, San Jacinto, CA 92583
Room: B-7
David L. Long Regional Learning Center
(951) 249-8700
41350 Guava Street, Murrieta, CA 92562
Room: C-6
Don F. Kenny Regional Learning Center
(760) 863-3065
47-336 Oasis Street, Indio, CA 92201
Room: B-15
Grindstaff Community School
(951) 826-6743
9825 County Farm Road, Riverside, CA 92504
Room: 121
Val Verde Regional Learning Center
(951) 826-4300
3010 Webster Avenue, Perris, CA 92571
Room: SE-2
Mental Health Services for Students
Mental Health Services for Students
On-Campus Providers:
On-Campus Providers:
Carolyn E. Wylie Center, Riverside Latino Commission, and College Social Work Interns
Carolyn E. Wylie Center, Riverside Latino Commission, and College Social Work Interns
Student mental health, social-emotional support, and wellness are critical aspects of our program. In Alternative Education, mental health services, including assessments, individual counseling, and group counseling are available to every student. We partner with Carolyn E. Wylie Center, Riverside Latino Commission, and local colleges or universities for Social Work Interns to ensure our students have on-campus access to professional mental health services during their school day.
RCOE Alternative Education Mental Health Resource:
RCOE Alternative Education Mental Health Resource:
CareSolace
CareSolace
Alternative Education also partners with Care Solace, a mental health resource that quickly and confidentially connects students and families with mental health providers in their community. Care Solace professionals are available 24/7 by phone, email, text, or video chat in any language. Contact Care Solace 24/7 888-515-0595 or by email at caresolace.com/rcoefamilies to start an anonymous search.
Suicide Prevention: Crisis Assistance Response Evaluations (CARE)
Suicide Prevention: Crisis Assistance Response Evaluations (CARE)
Education Code (EC) Section 215:
Education Code (EC) Section 215:
The California Education Code (EC) Section 215, as added by Assembly Bill 2246, (Chapter 642, Statutes of 2016) mandates that the Governing Board of any local educational agency (LEA) that serves pupils in grades seven to twelve, inclusive, adopt a policy on pupil suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention. In response to this mandate, and in an effort to reduce suicidal behavior and the impact on students and families, the Riverside County Office of Education has developed strategies for suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention, and the identification of the mental health challenges frequently associated with suicidal ideation and behavior. These strategies are part of the Crisis Assistance Response Evaluation (CARE) process. Upon registration in Alternative Education, parents or guardians and the student receive a copy of the student handbook with the crisis resources for Riverside County. If at any time a student expresses suicidal ideation or behavior, a risk assessment is completed. The outcome of the risk assessment determines the appropriate course of action. Interventions for a student who may be at risk for suicide may include: on-site counseling, safety plan, parent/guardian contact, crisis referrals and resources, Law Enforcement contact, and assessment for a 5150. Following any risk assessment, Administrators and counselors follow up with the student regularly, providing frequent check-ins and support.
The California Education Code (EC) Section 215, as added by Assembly Bill 2246, (Chapter 642, Statutes of 2016) mandates that the Governing Board of any local educational agency (LEA) that serves pupils in grades seven to twelve, inclusive, adopt a policy on pupil suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention. In response to this mandate, and in an effort to reduce suicidal behavior and the impact on students and families, the Riverside County Office of Education has developed strategies for suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention, and the identification of the mental health challenges frequently associated with suicidal ideation and behavior. These strategies are part of the Crisis Assistance Response Evaluation (CARE) process. Upon registration in Alternative Education, parents or guardians and the student receive a copy of the student handbook with the crisis resources for Riverside County. If at any time a student expresses suicidal ideation or behavior, a risk assessment is completed. The outcome of the risk assessment determines the appropriate course of action. Interventions for a student who may be at risk for suicide may include: on-site counseling, safety plan, parent/guardian contact, crisis referrals and resources, Law Enforcement contact, and assessment for a 5150. Following any risk assessment, Administrators and counselors follow up with the student regularly, providing frequent check-ins and support.
For more information on AB 2246 Pupil Suicide Prevention Policies, please visit the California Legislative Information Web Page
For more information on AB 2246 Pupil Suicide Prevention Policies, please visit the California Legislative Information Web Page
Hotlines:
Hotlines:
If you or anyone you know is thinking about harming themselves or attempting suicide, help is available.
If you or anyone you know is thinking about harming themselves or attempting suicide, help is available.
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