Employment Assistance Professionals Association Conference 2024
2024 EAPA Conference Institute & EXPO
Visit Sierra Health + Wellness in Booth #3
Sierra Health + Wellness is proud to be a Platinum Sponsor for the 2024 EAPA Conference.
David Burke LAADC-CA / ICADC, CMO at Sierra Health + Wellness and Prairie Francia RADC (Community Care Liaison at Elijah House Foundation) are excited and honored to attend the 2024 EAPA Institute & EXPO in Indianapolis on September 26 – 29, 2024.
David Burke works extensively with EAP (Employee Assistance Programs).
At the EAPA Conference
https://eapassn.org/page/Conference2024
☞ Friday and Saturday: Prairie Francia will facilitate Yoga on Friday and Saturday @ 6am
☞ Friday: David Burke will present the EAPA Lifetime Achievement Award on Friday @ 8:30am
☞ Saturday: Cornhole Games will be at the Sierra HWC Booth (Booth #3) on Saturday. Drop by and win a prize!
Sierra Health + Wellness is at the forefront of providing compassionate, evidence-based treatment for individuals struggling with addiction, dual diagnosis, and mental health issues. With multiple locations, Sierra Health + Wellness facilities provide a sanctuary for healing and personal growth.
Our philosophy is rooted in the belief that recovery is a holistic whole-person process. To this end, we offer a comprehensive suite of services ranging from inpatient detox and residential addiction treatment to dual diagnosis programs and ongoing support post-treatment.
Sierra Health + Wellness Holistic Addiction Treatment Services include:
- · Detox
What are EAP Programs?
From the US Office of Personnel Management:
“An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a voluntary, work-based program that offers free and confidential assessments, short-term counseling, referrals, and follow-up services to employees who have personal and/or work-related problems. EAPs address a broad and complex body of issues affecting mental and emotional well-being, such as alcohol and other substance abuse, stress, grief, family problems, and psychological disorders.
EAP counselors also consult with managers and supervisors to address employee and organizational challenges and needs. Many EAPs are active in helping organizations prevent and cope with workplace violence, trauma, and other emergency response situations.”
History of Employee Assistance Programs
The first EAPs in the United States were developed in the 1930s as a resource for employees struggling with alcoholism. Businesses realized that employees performed better when they had access to confidential resources to treat their drinking and began offering resources as a benefit.
Companies offer EAPs because increased access to services has been shown to decrease turnover and sick days while increasing employee satisfaction.
Many employers offer increased EAP benefits following times of stress or collective trauma, as we have seen since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Why are Employee Assistance Programs EAP important?
By providing confidential, professional resources, an EAP can make a significant difference in the well-being of employees and the overall health of an organization.
Half of Employees Cite Mental Health as Top Cause of Burnout.
More than half of employees (53%) in a recent survey from Chicago-based IPA 100 firm Grant Thornton LLP (FY21 net revenue of $1.97 billion) cited mental and emotional stress as a top reason for burnout.
The firm’s 2023 State of Work in America survey of 5,000 full-time employees of U.S. companies found that 61% of respondents reported experiencing burnout in the past year. In addition to mental and emotional stress as the top reason behind this burnout, survey participants also pointed to long hours (42%), workload (42%) and people shortages (41%) as other common causes.
Employee Assistance Program Benefits:
Improve Employee Well-being – EAPs provide employees with resources to address personal challenges, leading to improved mental and emotional health, reducing stress, and boosting overall well-being.
- Enhance Productivity: When employees receive support for personal issues, it reduces absenteeism, presenteeism (when employees are at work but not fully productive), and overall work disruptions.
- Boost Retention: Employees who feel supported are more likely to stay with their employers, reducing turnover rates.
- Promoting a Positive Work Culture: Offering an EAP shows that the employer cares about the holistic well-being of their staff, creating a supportive and healthy work environment.
How Can an EAP Help Employees?
- Mental Health Support: Employees can receive short-term counseling or referrals to therapists for issues like anxiety, depression, or stress.
- Substance Abuse Resources: EAPs offer counseling for employees struggling with addiction, connecting them with rehab programs or support groups.
- Financial or Legal Guidance: Some programs provide employees with financial planning or legal assistance, helping to alleviate stress related to debt or legal issues.
- Work-Life Balance: EAPs can provide tools and resources to help manage family problems, child or elder care, and work-life balance challenges.
- Crisis Intervention: In the case of emergencies, like trauma or sudden loss, EAPs offer immediate support to help individuals cope and recover.
David Burke LAADC-CA / ICADC
David Burke is a dedicated advocate for substance abuse awareness and treatment. With over 20 years of experience in the addiction recovery field, he is passionate about helping people, building recovery resources, and working in communities throughout California and nationally.
David’s projects include New Start Recovery Solutions, Sierra Health + Wellness, and Aspen Intervention Wellness Center.
Heartfelt compassion guides his work with families and individuals in interventions, addiction awareness, and addiction recovery.