Sexual Misconduct Policy, Section II: Resources

This page is incorporated into policy, but will be updated and amended as contact information changes. Please also refer to the resources on our student-focused webpage, here: https://www.lclark.edu/healthy-relationships/

There are many resources available on campus and in the surrounding community. As detailed below, there are Confidential Resources that by law cannot share information without the consent of the individual seeking assistance. There are also a variety of College resources that will be discreet and private, but are not considered confidential. These resources will maintain the privacy of an individual’s information within the limited circle of those directly involved in assisting the individual or resolving a formal complaint.

A. Confidential Resources

There are several legally-protected confidential resources available as designated below. These confidential resources will not share information with the College or anyone else without the individual’s permission.

On Campus Confidential Resources:

Confidential Advocate, formerly known as Sexual Assault Response Advocate

Provides crisis support and resource options to community members who experience sexual assault of any kind. Support includes, but is not limited to, advising, support, and connection to additional resources.

http://go.lclark.edu/SARA

Sexual Assault Response Network Coordinator

Melissa Osmond, Associate Director of Health Promotion and Wellness

Support includes, but is not limited to advising, case management, and accompanying survivors to rape treatment centers or medical services. As the SARN Coordinator, conducts comprehensive outreach and educational programming.

(503) 768-7112, mosmond@lclark.edu

Lewis & Clark Counseling Service

Provides psychological counseling services.

(503) 768-7160, counsel@lclark.edu

Lewis & Clark Student Health Service

Provides medical examinations, examinations, STI testing, pregnancy screening, birth control counseling and supplies (including emergency contraception). Also provides referral to off campus medical providers and specialists.

(503) 768-7165, health@lclark.edu

Office of Religious & Spiritual Life

Provides spiritual guidance and in the context of ordained clergy, religious support.

(503) 768-7085, chapel@lclark.edu

Ombuds Office

Provides impartial, informal, and independent perspective.

(503) 768-7336, ombuds@lclark.edu

Employee Assistance Program

Provides telephone consultation or face-to-face meeting with a master’s level consultant; also provides educational materials through an online library of downloadable materials and interactive tools.

(800) 433-2320

esupport@cascadecenters.com

Off Campus Confidential Resources:

Call to Safety

Provides a 24-hour hotline for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, and concerned family, friends, and community members. Hotline advocates are available to provide crisis intervention and to connect callers with local domestic violence and sexual assault/rape service providers.

(503) 235-5333

Sexual Assault Resource Center

Provides a 24-hour hotline with resources and referrals to counseling, hospitals, legal information, safe places, support groups, multi-cultural/bilingual resources and religiously affiliated resources.

(503) 640-5311

Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN)

An anonymous national sexual assault hotline.

(800) 656-4673

Rape Victim Advocates – Multnomah County

Advocates provide free and anonymous resources and referrals to counseling, safe places, and support groups. This service specializes in legal options, information and assistance regarding criminal charges and crime victim compensation.

(503) 988-3222

Sexual and Gender Minorities Youth Resource Center (SMYRC)

SMYRC provides mental health counseling to sexual minority youth 23 and under. Services include assessment, individual treatment, groups, couples, and family therapy.

(503) 872-9664

B. Confidential Medical Resources

A medical provider can provide emergency and/or follow-up medical services.

A medical exam has two goals: first, to diagnose and treat the full extent of any injury or physical effect (including prevention of sexually transmitted illnesses and pregnancy) and second, to properly collect and preserve evidence. There is a limited window of time (within 84 hours) following an incident of sexual assault to preserve physical and other forms of evidence. Taking the step to gather evidence immediately does not commit an individual to any particular course of action. The decision to seek timely medical attention and gather any evidence, however, will preserve the full range of options to seek resolution under this policy or through the pursuit of criminal prosecution.

On campus, the Student Health Service can provide medical care; however, they are not equipped for forensic examinations. The following local health care facilities offer Sexual Assault Forensic Exams (SAFE):

OHSU Emergency Room: (503) 494-7551

Hospital home page: http://www.ohsu.edu/xd/health/index.cfm

Location: 3181 S.W. Sam Jackson Park Rd. Portland, Oregon 97239

Legacy Emanuel Emergency Room: (503) 413-4121

Home page: http://www.legacyhealth.org/locations/hospitals/legacy-emanuel-medical-center.aspx

Location: 2801 N. Gantenbein St. Portland, OR 97227-1623

Transit: TriMet 4, 33, 44

Providence Portland Medical Center - Glisan St: 503-215-6000

Hospital home page: http://oregon.providence.org/patients/Pages/default.aspx

Location: 4805 NE Glisan St. Portland, OR 97213-2933

Transit: TriMet 19

Providence St. Vincent’s Emergency Room: 503-216-1234

Hospital home page: http://oregon.providence.org/patients/Pages/default.aspx

Location: 9205 SW Barnes Rd. Portland, OR 97225-6603

Transit: TriMet 20

C. Additional Campus Resources

In addition to those listed above and the Title IX team, Lewis & Clark community members have access to a variety of other resources provided by the College. The staff members listed below are trained to support individuals affected by sexual harassment or misconduct and to coordinate with the Title IX Coordinator consistent with the College’s commitment to a safe and healthy educational environment. While not bound by confidentiality, these resources will maintain the privacy of an individual’s information within the limited circle of those involved in the Title IX resolution process.

Campus Living

Can provide reasonable remedies and arrangements for housing. Available on weekdays during regular office hours.

living@lclark.edu, (503) 768-7123

Campus Safety

Available as a first option to report an incident of sexual violence or intimate partner violence. Also provides an escort service on campus to any student. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

(503) 768-7777 (emergency line)

Office of the Vice President of Student Life and Dean of Students

Can provide connection to a network of support and resources.

VPSL@lclark.edu, (503) 768-7110

D. Community Resources

Students, faculty and staff may also access resources located in the local community. These organizations can provide crisis intervention services, counseling, medical attention and assistance in dealing with the criminal justice system. All individuals are encouraged to use the resources that are best suited to their needs, whether on or off campus.

It may be helpful for survivors to have someone who can help them explore their off-campus options and guide them through legal processes; a campus Sexual Assault Response Advocate (SARA) can provide assistance in this area. In addition, two local resources, Call to Safety and the Sexual Assault Resource Center offer advocacy support.

Portland Police Bureau: 503-823-0000, 503-823-3333 (non-emergency)

Home page: http://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/30539

Location: 1111 S.W. 2nd Avenue Portland, OR 97204

Multnomah County Victim Assistance: (503) 988-3222

Home page: http://web.multco.us/dcj/victims

Police Sexual Assault Detail Department: (M-F, 8am-4pm): (503) 823-0434

Domestic Violence Reduction Unit 8am-4pm): (503) 998-6400

Home page: http://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/35679

Women Strength (Free self-defense classes through the Portland Police Bureau)

Website: http://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/35911