An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a service for employees that is usually part of a larger benefits package. EAP helps employees with personal or work-related problems that may be impacting their wellbeing, mental health, and overall work performance. It is a voluntary, confidential program that allows employees to receive assistance with a variety of personal issues, including grief, family challenges, substance abuse, and stress.
What’s Included in an Employee Assistance Program?
The services that are included in an EAP may be as varied as the issues they address. Many of these programs include counseling (in-person, video-based, or phone-based), referrals to professionals or other local resources, virtual self-help resources, and intervention programs, just to name a few. Employee Assistance Programs typically cover the employee, their spouse or domestic partner, and any eligible dependents. With an EAP, your employee and members of their household will have confidential access to a network of providers to assist with various personal situations.What Do Employees Gain from an Employee Assistance Program?
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Feeling Supported
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Managing Stress
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Wholistic Care
How Do Employee Assistance Programs Benefit Employers?
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Employee Retention
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Decreased Absenteeism
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More Productive Workforce