Common use of Employee Assistance Clause in Contracts

Employee Assistance. The University and the Association recognize that an Employee Assistance Program can be a valuable resource to both unit members and the University. The purpose of an Employee Assistance Program is to provide confidential, voluntary assistance to unit members and their families in dealing with personal problems which may have a detrimental effect on the employee’s job performance. Any services provided directly by a University Employee Assistance Program shall be at no charge to the unit member. Information obtained from an employee through the Employee Assistance Program shall be confidential and disclosed only in accordance with the law.