5257 - Employee Assistance Program Policy

Policy 5257

PERSONNEL 

Employee Assistance Program
A wide range of issues may affect an employee’s job performance. These issues may be job-related, or may be issues of a personal nature. To support employees experiencing such issues, the district will maintain, as funding permits, an employee assistance program.

The employee assistance program will provide professional and confidential assistance to employees and their families. Employees who are experiencing issues with alcohol or drug abuse; physical, mental or emotional illness; marital or family problems; legal or financial difficulties; or anything else affecting job performance are encouraged to utilize the employee assistance program.

Participation in the employee assistance program will not jeopardize employment or job promotion, nor shall such participation substitute for employer action(s) regarding evaluation, probation, and/or termination as provided for under collective bargaining agreements or board policies. The program will be evaluated as directed by the Superintendent.

Adoption Date:           March 28, 2006