Employee Assistance Program (E.A.P.) Fact Sheet

WHAT IS THE EAP?

West Jefferson Medical Center Employee Assistance Program provides confidential, professional assistance to help employees and their family members address personal problems that might affect their personal lives and/or job performance. The EAP is a voluntary program that encourages individuals to seek assistance on their own. The EAP can enhance the work climate of an organization and promote the health and well-being of employees.
The EAP provides services for West Jefferson Medical Center as well as local business and industry members.  Some of the benefits of having an EAP.....

• Fewer disciplinary actions, improved employee morale and productivity
• Early identification and resolution of problems affecting job performance
• Reduced company losses due to theft, absenteeism, fraud, accidents, medical claims
• For every dollar invested in an EAP, employers can save from $5 to $16.  The national cost range for an EAP is $12-$20 per employee (U.S. Dept. of Labor)

For more information about EAPs, go to
www.eapa.com/whateaps.html

EAP MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS:

1) "Healthy Exchange" Newsletter (quarterly, available online or   paper)
2) Confidential EAP Assessment , Referral, and Counseling Services 3) Evaluations for Alcohol / Drug Policy Violations
4) Return to Work and Follow-up Services
5) Quarterly EAP Utilization Reports
6) Management/Supervisor Training (quarterly)
7) Employee Education and Wellness Talks (quarterly)
8) Management Consultations
9) Crisis Debriefings
10) EAP Paycheck Stuffers/ Brochures/Posters
11) Discount for Business Advantage Company Members

For more information on the EAP,  call (504) 391-2440 or 1-800-764-9562