Why should a nonprofit organization have an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)?
An EAP can positively affect productivity, absenteeism, turnover, and employee morale. An EAP can show employees that the organization cares about them. An EAP can give employees peace of mind by knowing that professional and confidential help is available to them and their families. An EAP is an important resource for supervisors and managers. It can be comforting to know there is somewhere to turn when dealing with difficult employees. An EAP can fulfill federal and state grant requirements for a drug-free workplace policy. Q: What is the cost of this service? A: The cost of the EAP is $2.50 per month or $30.00 a year per employee. Studies show that EAP’s save money in the long run because of increased productivity and reduced absenteeism. Q: My organization only has a couple of employees, can we take advantage of this service? A: This program is available to organizations with only one employee and to those with hundreds of employees. Back to Top Q: Are part-time employees eligible?
