Human Resources Undergraduate Class Discussion about EAPs

Abstract

This is a brief set of slides used for a discusssion in an undergrad course at Fairleigh Dickenson to introduce these students to the field of Employee Assistance. The definition used for this discussion was based on Dan Hughes ( Mt Sinai) definition: Employee Assistance Practice is a specific form of knowledge work designed to identify, address and resolve issues and concerns impacting employee/ organizational performance and productivity. It is workplace focused and Employee Assistance Practitioners operate in the space between mental health and human resources. As such, through the application of critical thinking, problem solving and communication skills, EAPs provide professional service to employees, managers, work groups and organizations.”