SUBSTANCE DEPENDENCY Sample Clauses
The SUBSTANCE DEPENDENCY clause defines the obligations and procedures related to substance abuse or dependency issues within the context of an agreement, often in employment or service contracts. It typically outlines the steps to be taken if a party is found to be dependent on drugs or alcohol, such as mandatory reporting, assessment, or participation in rehabilitation programs. This clause serves to protect the interests of the parties involved by addressing potential risks associated with substance dependency, ensuring safety, and providing a clear process for managing such situations.
SUBSTANCE DEPENDENCY. REHABILITATION LEAVE
1. Substance dependency rehabilitation leave for alcohol and/or drug abuse or dependency may be granted by the Employer in accordance with the following:
a. Substance dependency rehabilitation leave shall be leave without pay for personal reasons; however, a Faculty Member may elect to apply accrued sick leave to the period of the substance dependency rehabilitation leave, subject to the applicable sick leave provisions of this Agreement.
b. The Employer may reduce the Faculty Member’s workload to accommodate the demands of the rehabilitation program, and thus facilitate recovery.
c. Substance dependency rehabilitation leave shall not be granted for more than six (6) months.
d. The Faculty Member is expected to meet all standard professional requirements for any work performed during the rehabilitation period.
e. Upon satisfactory completion of a qualified substance dependency rehabilitation program, any period of substance dependency rehabilitation leave shall not constitute a break in service.
2. Whenever a Faculty Member afflicted with alcohol and/or drug abuse or dependency participates in a rehabilitation program, the cost of the program, if any, shall be the responsibility of the Faculty Member.
SUBSTANCE DEPENDENCY. Employees who claim a dependency related to drugs or alcohol during the disciplinary procedure will be eligible to participate in rehabilitation in accordance with current practices but may be accountable for their job performance or violation of company rules. Such accountability may subject him/her to discipline up to and including termination.