166-22 Exhibit-Employee Advisory Services on a Per Session Basis - 2022.pdf

NJ Employee Advisory Service Agency Agreement Fiscal Year 2023 This agreement describes the services provided by the NJ Employee Advisory Service upon contract with New Jersey State, Local and Judiciary Government Departments and Agencies. N.J.A.C. 4A: 6-4.10 contains the regulations that govern the NJ Employee Advisory Service. Employee Advisory Service Counselors provide services on a statewide basis. The Employee Advisory Service main office is located at 44 South Clinton Avenue, 3rd Floor, Trenton, New Jersey. Available Services a. Intake and Assessment - The assessment process begins at the initial phone call. Employees will complete the Intake/Assessment form and other necessary documents, prior to the initial visit. Meetings with Employee Advisory Service Counselor are conducted in person or via other virtual or telephonic platforms. The assessment interview process is a critical component. While two sessions may be sufficient to complete the process, there may be times when additional appointments are needed. b. Referrals – Employees in need of additional services will be referred through the State Health Benefits Plan (SHBP) and/or linked to community resources. These services may include alcohol and other drug addiction rehabilitation centers; psychiatric hospitals and local mental health agencies; psychiatrists; psychologists; licensed therapists; licensed social workers; domestic violence resources; legal resources; childcare resources; and others as deemed necessary. In most cases, we will utilize the employee’s health benefits plan to locate and provide services, including payment. The Employee Advisory Service has an extensive statewide resource directory applicable to employee assistance services. In cases where there is question about an employee’s capacity to work or a concern for safety, an appropriate evaluation can be arranged in consultation at the request of the employer. c. Follow Up/ Monitoring – The Employee Advisory Service Counselor will monitor the employees progress through follow-up appointments and consultation with the referral source if necessary. Written correspondence will be

e Advisory Service Counselor will monitor the employees progress through follow-up appointments and consultation with the referral source if necessary. Written correspondence will be provided to the Human Resource contact in the case of a formal referral. d. Short Term Counseling – Employee Advisory Service Counselors can provide short-term supportive counseling. If long-term and/or more specific care is determined, an appropriate referral will be made to an outside resource provider best suited for the employee’s needs. The Employee Advisory Service utilizes a 2 - 3 session model. Short-term supportive and/or goal-orientated counseling can be very effective in working with employees who present specific problems, such as stress related work issues or workplace conflict. e. Random Drug Test Monitoring for Commercial Driving Licenses (CDL) Employees and Direct Care Employees – The Employee Advisory Service provides comprehensive assessments and evaluations/referrals for level of care to randomly tested employees in order to support the directive of the State of New Jersey’s Drug and Alcohol- Free Workplace policies. Treatment recommendations can include, but are not limited to inpatient treatment, partial in-patient programs, outpatient treatment, education, and/or aftercare and return-to-work verification. Based upon Federal rules and regulations 49CFR Part 40 governing drug and alcohol testing for safety sensitive transportation industries and N.J.S.A. Title 30:4-3.27; the Employee Advisory Service provides Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) evaluations, recommendations, return to duty process and follow-up testing for employers whose employees are required to maintain a Commercial Driving License (CDL) and for certain State employees at psychiatric hospitals, developmental centers and employees in specific identified titles. The Employee Advisory Service will recommend a course of education and/or treatment which the employee must demonstrate successful compliance prior to returning to Direct Care or DOT safety-sensitive duty. f. Supervisory Consultation – An employee’s personal and family problems may have a negative impact on work productivity and may be revealed in job

t Care or DOT safety-sensitive duty. f. Supervisory Consultation – An employee’s personal and family problems may have a negative impact on work productivity and may be revealed in job performance or workplace behavior. Supervisors are in a unique position to identify those employees whose work may be affected by personal or family problems and can make the appropriate referral. Supervisors are encouraged to provide information on the employee’s performance which will help the Counselor determine the best course of action. The Employee Advisory Service may also meet with supervisors to help increase their skill in working with employees who are experiencing ongoing performance and personal issues. g. Employee and Supervisor/Management Orientations – The Employee Advisory Service provides an overview of our services to employees, Supervisors/Managers, and agency Human Resource/Employee Relations representatives through the Employee Advisory Service website, Counselor led orientation sessions, and webinars.