Information for employers
The presence of a chemically dependant employee can have an extremely damaging affect in the workplace, on the organisation, on colleagues and clients as well as the business continuity. Despite former myths and beliefs, dependency whether it be to alcohol, drugs, medication or any other is an illness. It affects the individual both physically and psychologically and therefore should be treated as a health issue.
There are several tell tale signs that someone could be dependant. These are as follows:
- Reduced work performance
- Increase in absenteeism and poor time-keeping
- Alcoholic symptoms (le, shaking, obvious smell of alcohol, increased perspiration)
- Unacceptable conduct
- Changes in mood and behaviour
As a professional organisation we are sure that you provide a good standard of care to your employees and also treatment and support where necessary. With fully trained staff, your Human Resource team is most likely to be well aware of those who are in need of assistance, however, it can be a difficult subject to broach. For many chemical dependant people, it is very difficult to admit that they have a problem and they may also feel shame and guilt because of the stigma attached to addiction. However if an individual feels supported and non-judged they are more likely to feel more comfortable in speaking openly. It is not the employers responsibility to counsel or diagnose the individual however you can support and encourage them to get the appropriate help.
Chemical dependency can be costly to any organisation when people are absent and performance is not at its best. If drinking or self medication becomes a dominant part of a person's daily life they will find themselves absolutely powerless to stop the chaos, so why not put your hand out to help and provide them with the treatment needed. You have invested in these people so why not let us help you safeguard your investment.
Silkworth Lodge is the only treatment centre in the Channel Islands. It is a non-profit organisation, owned and administered by The Families in Recovery Trust, to support those with drug and alcohol dependency, together with their families. This is provided at an effective cost which is substantially lower than many UK treatment centers and we have been assessed by UK social services as being within the top 3% of treatment centers in the UK. Silkworth Lodge is highly regarded by the States of Jersey and regulated by the Nursing and Residential Homes (Law) 1994.
At Silkworth Lodge we understand the illness and the treatment required.
We would be happy to work together with you and your staff, therefore, if
you feel a member of staff is having problems with drugs or alcohol and
you wish to discuss further then please do not hesitate to contact us.
