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Employee assistance programs are primarily counseling and consultation service companies that offer business and industry help by guiding employees through difficulties impacting productivity. Timely, cost-effective intervention will translate into savings for your organization. An employee assistance program (EAP) can address
Workplace issues EAP can help with Workplace Conflicts
Workplace Liability Issues
Workplace Costs
Productivity and Performance Concerns
Personal, employee, and family issues EAP is able to address Relationship Problems
Life Transitions
Family Issues
Substance Use Issues
Psychological Issues
Services the EAP uses to offer solutions Health and Wellness Information Brochures - EAP provides unlimited brochures for employees and family members describing the appropriate use of EAP services and the process for requesting confidential help. Information requests - EAP is available to employees and family members by phone to answer questions on a variety of subjects. Counselors will research a topic to assist with answering questions if necessary. Newsletter - Each month employees and their families will receive an informative newsletter containing educational material for personal growth and problem prevention. Topics can be selected to address particular problems or concerns within the organization or community. Promotional materials and events - Promotional posters, the flyers, and handouts are available to EAP-contracted companies on a regular basis. In addition, the EAP will participate in benefit and health fairs for your organization. Corporate Training Supervisory Training - EAP offers training seminars for supervisors concerning their role in the EAP and in maintaining a drug-free workplace. Additional supervisory training seminars will be offered during the contract year and can be chosen from an extensive list of seminars. These seminars are designed to assist supervisors with employee issues of concern. Topics include
Employee Education - EAP counselors will provide educational seminars for employees during the contract year. The initial session will focus on the appropriate use of EAP services. Subsequent presentations can be selected from an extensive list or specifically designed to address a problem in your organization. Some examples of previously requested seminars are noted below:
General Corporate Trainings - Corporate trainings can be selected from a list of about forty topics and are designed for any setting or timeframe. Topics can also be blended or custom designed. Comprehensive Crisis Assistance Emergency Services - EAP counselors will be available by phone for employees and their families on a twenty-four-hour, seven-day-a-week basis. During the initial phone contact, the counselor will help determine what level of support is needed and arrange for the services. Critical Incident Stress Management - EAP counselors will be available when a traumatic event occurs to prepare staff for possible stress reactions and assist them with returning to work at their previous level of performance. This service can be utilized when violence occurs in the workplace or an employee/family member/student is involved in a traumatic occurrence. The EAP will provide as many counselors as needed. Management Consultation Supervisory Questions and Situations - EAP counselors will be available for consultation with supervisors working with a troubled employee or an employee suspected of substance use. Professional counselors will assist management with problem resolution and meet with employees and their supervisors if needed. Supervisor's Manual - The EAP will provide a manual for each supervisor further explaining how to use the EAP when working with troubled employees. It includes detailed information about recognizing early signs of stress in employees, documenting observations, and encouraging the employee to access confidential counseling. Policy and Procedure Implementation - The EAP will provide consultation on the implementation process for new policies and procedures. The counselor will help determine possible points of resistance and ways to overcome implementation difficulties. Professional Counseling Problem Assessment - EAP counselors will meet with employees or family members identified as having a problem, and a full assessment of the situation will be completed during the first session. If the problems can appropriately be handled in short-term counseling, the EAP counselor will provide brief therapy during the contracted number of counseling sessions. If the problem requires long-term treatment or acute care, an appropriate referral will be made. The sessions are flexible and can involve individuals, couples, families, or small groups. Our goal is to solve the problem. Case Management - EAP will provide case management to follow up with an employee after referrals for additional outpatient treatment or inpatient treatment have been made. The need for these referrals is rare. With the client's permission, monthly contacts will be made to an employee while in outpatient treatment and for up to one year after discharge from inpatient treatment. DOT Alcohol and Drug Regulations Compliance On-site Trainings - EAP can provide training with certificates as required for your employees and supervisors convered by DOT regulations for safety-sensitive positions. SAP Evaluations - EAP has DOT-qualified professionals for initial and follow-up SAP evaluations after a positive alcohol/drug test as required by DOT. Drug-Free Workplace Policy Department and Implementation - EAP can provide consultation and support during the development and implementation of drug-free workplace policies. Administrative Support Confidentiality - Strict confidentiality of employee information is maintained, including employee names and specifics of the employee's problem. Employees are able to schedule appointments by directly calling the EAP offices. Employees can also be referred to the EAP by supervisors or other concerned individuals. Utilization Reports - EAP staff will provide reports concerning the utilization of services. Reports will include statistical information and goals for program utilization. Communication - A specific EAP representative will be assigned as the contact peson for your organization to facilitate a good working relationship and effective, timely resolution of all concerns. Liaison Service - EAP will work closely with the insurance plan for your organization and coordinate referrals when necessary. Term and Fee - EAP services are available as a capitated contract. The term of an EAP contract is based on your situation and needs. An employee roster is provided to the EAP and updated regularly. Billing is completed on an annual or quarterly basis. Behavioral Health Services specializes in custom-designing employee assistance programs that will meet organizational needs and goals. A financial proposal will be based on the level of services your organization selects. Portions of the service line are also available on a fee-for-service basis. All of the employee assistant program counselors are independently licensed therapists and certified employee assistance counselors. They provide corporate training events and assist with critical incident stress management. Other EAP themes and activities include diversity issues, leadership development, team building, coaching, relationship enhancement, and productivity/performance improvement. Although specific categories are listed below, EAP assists with any and all issues of concern to an individual. Providers: Donna Butler, LCSW-C, CEAP Margaret Kitchens, LCWC-C, CEAP Patrick Ricker, LCPC, CEAP, CCDC Barbara Bogley, LCSW-C, CEAP Stacey Black, LCSW-C, CEAP Julie Kugler-Bentley, LCSW-C, RN, CEAP
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A troubled employee can make a significant impact on your bottom line in the form of lower productivity, decreased morale, the involvement of other employees and management, or the loss of an employee who received significant training. However, with support and comprehensive care, the majority of problems can be resolved before you lose a valuable employee, or before that employee causes problems for your business.