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.:: Quick Start guide to Employee Assistance Programs ::. What is EAP? The term EAP stands for "Employee Assistance Program" Employee Assistance Programs are becoming increasingly popular because they have proven to be a strong asset to corporations by improving employee productivity therefore heavily reducing financial loss. EAP has evolved over the years into a program that can effectively assist in the treatment of substance abuse, family and marital difficulties, financial stress, workplace conflicts and many other mental health related issues. Any mental health issue that can affect job performance can most likely be addressed and treated by your EAP. How does the EAP treat my troubled employees? Well, the process is actually quite simple and effective. When an employee is experiencing a problem that effects job performance they have the option to call the company's EAP. The EAP will then analyze the situation over the phone and in some cases setup a counseling session with an EAP therapist in the local area. The first few sessions are free for the employee/employer. Some corporations even refer to this as mental health coverage for their employees, but any way you look at it, EAP's have proven to be a valuable asset to companies of all sizes, year after year. What can I expect to pay for this service? Well, there are several factors that will determine your pricing. If you are a small company with less than 50 employees, you can expect to pay a flat monthly sum for this service or a fee each time the EAP is used. If you represent a larger organization than in most cases your pricing will be dictated by the number of sessions you would like a troubled employee to receive from the EAP therapist. These usually range from 3 to 8 session models. In most cases the EAP will charge you per employee you would like covered. Though pricing is important there are several other factors to consider while selecting your company's EAP and it's a great idea to shop around. What should I look for when selecting an EAP? Provider Network: How extensive is their provider network? A provider is a licensed EAP therapist. You want to make sure that they have the areas where your business is located covered with providers. Costs: Compare a minimum of 4 EAP's. Availability: How accessible will they be for my employees? Training: Will they provide material that will inform my employees about the new EAP? How active will they be in doing this?
