Training & Development : EAP - Staff and Family Presentations

EAP - Staff and Family Presentations

For class scheduling - dates, times, and locations of upcoming training can be obtained by calling the EAP directly at (877) 313-4455 or the Human Resources Department at (509) 963-1202.

Employee Assistance Program Orientation

A training of general information about the EAP and how to access no-charge, confidential services available for all state employees and family members. The EA professional will discuss various kinds of resources and help EAP offers-from personal to workplace issues.

Living with Change

Change can create workplace conflict and communication problems. Change presentations explore the nature of change and help increase understanding of the impact on individuals and teamwork. Each presentation includes discussion of techniques and services that can help employees actively participate in their own change-management. Participants are encouraged to develop positive strategies to cope with change. Employees will leave a change presentation with greater insight and practical skills for effectively managing change.

Three C's: Change, Conflict & Communication

Change and stress can create workplace conflict and communication problems. This presentation will help increase your understanding of these areas and their impact on the individual, job performance and teamwork. The human side of functioning on the job is often difficult. You will leave this presentation with greater insight and some practical, hands-on skills and strategies.

Chronic Illness in the Workplace

An aging population plus medical advances have resulted in more employees who are chronically ill. This presentation is designed to help supervisors and managers deal with the impact of chronic illness in the workplace and to help employees understand their roles and responsibilities working with a chronically ill coworker.

Conflict Resolution

This workshop presents a rationale for conflict resolution, including myths and truths about its promise. We will explore the causes of conflict, definitions of "interest-based negotiation" and skills necessary to successfully resolve differences in the workplace.

Emotional Impact of Retirement

This is not a financial planning seminar, but an opportunity to think and consider how we can prepare ourselves emotionally for retirement. This is a positive look at possibilities for the future and is not limited to employees actively considering retirement.

Generations in the Workplace

It is not uncommon to encounter four generations of employees in today's workplace. Each generation approaches work with different history, values and expectations. This presentation will familiarize participants with research findings and implications for managing different generations

Grief and Loss

Grief is a natural response to loss. People encounter painful losses throughout a lifetime-death, illness or injury, divorce or loss of a job or dream. Grief is one of the complex emotional issues with which every workplace must deal. This workshop explores the dynamics of grief and loss and the impact on an individual and the workplace. Practical suggestions are presented to help employees deal with these challenging human emotions.

Managing the Impact of Stress in the Workplace

Stress presentations discuss cumulative stress factors that have been experienced as a result of stressful conditions in the world and the State workplace. Causes and signs of stress, the dangers of ignoring stress, and various remedies and self-care techniques are discussed. Presentations address fears many have about the future and normalize appropriate feelings.