2015 National Drug-Free Work Week: October 12-17 |
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October 13, 2015, Volume 62, No. 09 |
Because the University of Pennsylvania values the health and safety of the entire community, Penn is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace year-round. Drug and alcohol abuse can harm not only the person using these substances, but also his or her family, friends and coworkers. During National Drug-Free Work Week, from October 12-17, please take the time to review the University’s drug and alcohol policies.
Penn’s Drug and Alcohol Policies
Penn prohibits the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, sale, possession or use of any drug by its employees in the workplace. Complete policy details are available online:
Drug-Free Workplace Policy:
http://www.hr.upenn.edu/myhr/resources/policy/performance/drugfreeworkplace
The University Alcohol and Drug Policy:
http://www.vpul.upenn.edu/alcohol/policy2.php
Understanding Addiction
Addiction is a serious disease, but many effective treatments are available. Visit the Penn Behavioral Health website at http://www.pennbehavioralhealth.org/resources-addictions.aspx for facts and information about addiction, recovery and support services.
Help is Here
If you or a family member has a substance abuse problem, we encourage you to seek help. Penn provides free, confidential counseling services for you and your immediate family members through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). The EAP will assist you with challenges that may interfere with your personal or professional life, including substance abuse.
For more information about the EAP’s counseling and referral services, visit the Employee Assistance Program web page at https://www.hr.upenn.edu/myhr/worklife/healthy/eap or contact the Employee Assistance Program 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at (888) 321-4433.
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