What are specific elements of a SOLUTIONS employee assistance program (EAP)?
Services provided by SOLUTIONS to organizations under an EAP contract include: • EAP visits for employees/dependents – including a telephonic option • Emergency services • Manager/Supervisor support • Orientation of employees to the EAP • Supervisory Training • Monthly promotional materials to inform employees of the availability of the EAP • Continued benefits consultation • Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) • Training for employees/supervisory personnel related to utilization issues • Provider Networks Why should an employer consider an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)? Mental health conditions are the number one health-related reason for lost productivity and the number two reason for absenteeism according to an Institute of Health and Productivity Management study. Mental health disorders account for a large number of annual office visits to the doctor’s office. According to Sean Sullivan, President and CEO Institute for Health and Productivity, “if more employers establi
