Employee Assistance

Employee Assistance Program - APS Healthcare October 1, 2005 - September 30, 2006
Information provided is in summary format. Any difference between the summary provided and actual contract will be settled in favor of the contract.
What is it?	The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a voluntary and confidential, professional assessment and referral program for benefited (.5 FTE or greater) employees and their families (anyone living in their home) who are having problems which may affect job performance.
What benefits are offered?	The EAP pays for four visits (hours) per incident, per year, for each employee or their family member. It is staffed by trained and licensed professionals who provide three specific services: *1) Assessment* to help employees identify problems 2) Education to improve employee health** 3) Referral to services for continued help with specific problems (i.e. stress, alcohol/drug abuse, eating disorders, death/loss/grief, sexual abuse, domestic violence). Also included with the EAP is a referral network to attorneys, financial and/or tax professionals.
Is it confidential?	The counselors are strictly prohibited by law from disclosing any information about you, or discussed with you, without your written consent. No information is shared with your supervisor, personnel file, the school district, etc.
How do I contact the EAP?	To a access the EAP you may call APS Healthcare: Seattle/Everett call (425) 778-1328 or (800) 624-5357. All other locations call (800) 999-1077. 24-Hour Crisis Line call (800) 833-3031.