Employee Assistance Program

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An employee assistance program (EAP) is a *free* confidential service paid by the College for our employees and their family who may be experiencing personal or work place problems. This program is available because everyone has problems from time to time. Usually, they can be worked out, but sometimes the problems persist, becoming serious enough to affect employees both off and on the job. At such times, an educated and professionally-trained counselor may be able to help.

There are three main reasons the College offers this program at no cost. First, employees are more likely to be alert, motivated and productive if day-to-day problems aren't a distraction. Second, it is good business to provide programs to retain employees because it is costly to hire and train new employees. Finally, the College cares about its employees and wants them to succeed.

Confidential Services:

Services provided by E.A.S.E. (Employee Assistance Services Enterprises) and their Self-Help website are confidential. Use is neither tracked electronically nor reported to Lewis & Clark except by group numbers. Confidentiality is a vital part of the program's success. Participation in the program will be treated confidentially in accordance with all state and federal laws. Employees may visit a counselor four times a year for free for each of the issues below:

Elder & Child Care: Choosing a Caregiver, Special Needs, Options, Support Groups
Emotional: Anger, Depression, Anxiety, Grief, and Self-Esteem
Family: Relating to Teenagers, Single Parenting, Handling Divorce, and Effective Discipline
Financial: Preparing a Budget, Retirement Planning, Investing, Debt Consolidation
Legal: Attorney Consultation (30 min per issue), Reduced Fees for Legal Representation
Relationships: Conflict Resolution, Communication, Violence, and Balancing Work and Family
Substance Abuse: Addictions, Medication, Managing Pain, Treatment Plans
Work Place: Career Planning, Managing Stress, and Effective Communication
Health & Wellness Coaching: Weight Management, Menopause, Pre and Post-Natal Care, Health Risk Assessments, and many more...!

Have you read this month's issue?

E.A.S.E. creates wonderful monthly newsletters for all of our employees. They do this not only to provide you with information and articles that they think you might find useful and interesting, but also to remind you, your household, and your coworkers of all the many services that they have available, so if a time comes when you or your family needs a little assistance, you’ll know who to call!

1. January: Adapt to Technology and Thrive
2. February: Attitude Changing Secrets
3. March: Give 10 Minute Breaks More Respect
4. April: Plug into a Positive Mental Attitude!
5. May: Put Green Where It's Seen
6. June: Project Management For Fun And Profit
7. July: Follow The Two Minute Rule!
8. August:The Art of Listening
9. September: Exercise For A Strong Memory
10. October: Shine At Your Review
11. November: Relationship Harmony & Heart Health
12. December: Eat Breakfast Tomorrow Morning