Texas HHSC has determined that Relias Learning’s submitted training meets or exceeds the minimum standards for HCSSA administrator training in the following categories: Licensed Home Health (LHH), Licensed and Certified Home Health (L&CHH), Personal Assistance Services (PAS), Hospice. Texas HHSC also recognizes Relias Learning provides continuing education for administrators and alternate administrators. This activity is approved for 2.00 contact hours.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Substance Issues at Work
Substance Problems are Bad for Business
Substance Use Prevalence
How Common Is Substance Use at Work?
The Cost of Substance Use
Casual Use Is a Problem
Supervisor Factors
“I Don’t Have a Problem”
What Are Substance Issues?
What Is a Substance Use Disorder?
Identifying Substance Use Disorders
What Is Drug Addiction?
Is Addiction a Disease?
Co-Occurring Disorders
Barriers to Intervention
Review
Summary
Section 3: Organizational Policies
Drug-Free Workplace Programs
A Written Policy
Employee Education
Supervisor Training
Employee Assistance Programs
Drug Testing
Prevention Works
Legal Aspects of Substance Use in the Workplace
Review
Summary
Section 4: Intervention and Support
Assisting an Employee with Substance Issues
Observe
Emotional Indicators
Behavioral Indicators
Physical Status Indicators
Workplace Performance Indicators
Assess Fitness for Work
Document
How and What to Document
Meet with the Employee
Review
Follow Policy
Professional Evaluation
Returning to Work
Review
Summary
Section 4: Conclusion
Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Bryn Davis received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology & Sociology from the University of Virginia and a Master's of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lynchburg College. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina. Prior to joining Relias in 2020, she served as Clinical Director of a community mental health agency, developed an intensive treatment program for individuals diagnosed with substance use disorders, and provided outpatient counseling focused on trauma-informed care. Disclosure: Bryn Davis, M.Ed, LPC has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.