Common use of Employee Assistance Services Clause in Contracts

Employee Assistance Services. The Employer shall continue to maintain an Employee Assistance Program. It shall be the policy of the Program to assist, in a strictly confidential manner, employees who seek assistance for alcoholism, drug abuse, family problems, psychological or other medical problems. This policy recognizes that these are treatable conditions and it is the employee's responsibility to seek professional assistance for them. Employees with such problems are encouraged to contact the Employee Assistance Program by telephone or personal visit. Any contact with the Employee Assistance Counselor will be strictly confidential. The Employee Assistance Program shall make an evaluation of the employee's problem and recommend remedies which may include referral to an appropriate treatment agency. It is the employee's responsibility to follow the recommendations of the Employee Assistance Counselor.