Employers
Workplace wellness is both an employer and employee priority in the current climate. Resources are available for employers to create and sustain a substance free workplace.
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Employee Substance Misuse in the News
- Drug Abuse on the rise because of COVID-19: EEOC addresses employer opioid addiction accommodation
- The COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on substance use: Implications for prevention and treatment
Health Policy Clearinghouse
The Prevention Center of Excellence and the Green Peak Alliance developed the Health Policy Clearinghouse – an online, searchable database for model prevention and health policies as well as other resources. The site was developed by Two Rivers Ottauquechee Regional Commission (TRORC).
Vermont Resources
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VTHelplink
Free and confidential alcohol and drug support and referral services, call 802-565-LINK (5465) VT Helplink is a statewide, public resource for finding substance use treatment and recovery services in Vermont.
National Resources
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Drug Free Workplace Toolkit
The Drug-Free Workplace Toolkit provides information to help employers develop and sustain successful drug-free workplace programs. Use the Drug-Free Workplace Toolkit to support workplace health and safety by creating and maintaining drug-free workplace policies and programs. These policies and programs may include preventing the misuse and abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs; addressing substance misuse within the context of workplace health and wellness programs; and providing intervention services for employees and for their families.
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The EX Program
The EX Program is the only quit-tobacco program that combines the scientific leadership in digital tobacco solutions from Truth Initiative® with a proven treatment model from Mayo Clinic.
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National Business Group on Health, Center for Prevention and Health Services An Employer’s Guide to Workplace Substance Abuse: Strategies and Treatment Recommendations: This guide offers practical solutions for addressing substance abuse . Employers can address substance use and abuse in their employee population by:
- Implementing drug-free workplace and other written substance abuse policies;
- Offering health benefits that provide comprehensive coverage for substance use disorders, including aftercare and counseling;
- Educating employees about the health and productivity hazards of substance abuse through company wellness programs, Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) and Work/Life programs;
- Utilizing EAP services to help employees with substance abuse;
- Respecting employees’ privacy; and
- Reducing stigma in the workplace
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- To learn more about the goals for this important conversation and find other tips and information about helping to prevent underage drinking on the Parent Resources page.