Recovery Support Services
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It is estimated that one out of every ten employees in the workplace has a substance abuse problem at some time in their lives. The good news is that addictions are treatable. The Recovery Support Services of Work/Life Connections-EAP offer resources for faculty, staff and supervisors when alcohol, drug abuse or other behavioral addictions and compulsions are a concern.
Social Connections
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One method of increasing stress resilience is to build a social support network. This can be a challenge if you are new to a community.
Employee Assistance Program
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The Employee Assistance Program's experienced counselors provide brief and targeted psychological support to help full-time, part-time, and Vanderbilt Temporary Services (VTS) staff and their spouses/same-sex domestic partners to resolve personal or workplace concerns.
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Faculty & Physician Wellness Program
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The Faculty and Physician Wellness Program provides psychological support to the Vanderbilt faculty as well as housestaff, as well as their spouses.
Making a Referral
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Members of the Vanderbilt Faculty and Staff can use the services and programs of Work/Life Connections-EAP by calling 615-936-1327.
Management Consultations
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Work/Life Connections-EAP offers support and guidance to supervisors concerning employees and difficult situations.
Solution-Focused Counseling
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Work/Life Connections-EAP counselors serve as "travel agents for psychological support services."
Faculty and staff come to the Work/Life Connections-EAP for a wide range of reasons, both personal and workplace related.
Crisis Situations
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If you are having an immediate psychological crisis, please call Work/Life Connections-EAP at 615-936-1327. Please identify that you are in crisis and one of the counselors will talk with you on the phone or we may recommend an immediate appointment in our office.
The VUMC Faculty and Staff Hardship Fund
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The Faculty and Staff Hardship Fund was established in 1994 to financially assist Vanderbilt faculty and staff who are experiencing a temporary hardship due to a significant life event. An award is intended to be a major step for the employee in the return to financial stability.
Performance Coaching
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Performance Coaching is an intervention used to improve job performance and to address workplace issues. This process helps a person gain greater competence and overcome barriers to productivity, communication, and other work-related activities.