peer volunteer program help with alcohol and substance abuse

Peer Volunteer ProgramHelp with Alcohol and Substance Abuse

The Facts about Substance Abuse

• An estimated 9.1% of employees have a substance abuse problem.

• 77% of individuals with substance use disorders are employed.

*Ensuring Solutions to Alcohol Problems, The George Washington University, Department of Health Policy, http://www.alcoholcostcalculator.org/sub/ November 2012.

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Why it Matters to YouSAFETY• People who abuse alcohol or drugs are three and a half times more likely to

be involved in a workplace accident.• 20% of workers report being injured or put in danger on the job because of a

coworker’s drinking.

ABSENTEEISM • Workers with a substance abuse disorder miss 45% more days per year.

HEALTH • Alcohol and substance abuse cause serious medical problems including

cardiovascular, neurological impairments, liver disease, stroke and cancer.

PRODUCTIVITY• 20% of workers report having to work harder, redo work, or cover for a

coworker because of a fellow employee’s drinking.

*Information from The Center for Integrated Behavioral Health Policy, a research center based at The George Washington University Medical Center

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What is the Peer Volunteer Program?

A confidential way for employees to speak to trusted co-workers about entering into treatment for drug or alcohol abuse

Available to all PG&E employees and their dependents

Collaborative effort between PG&E, IBEW Local 1245, and ESC Local 20

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Dave MooreSr. Electric Estimator

Who are the Peer Volunteers?

● Peers are PG&E employees who are either in long-term recovery or have a loved one who is.

● They volunteer to assist employees and their family members into recovery.

● They have been trained by the Employee Assistance Program and have access to mental health professionals if needed.

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Tim DixonGas Service Rep.

What do the Peer Volunteers do?

• Peer Volunteers are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

• They provide confidential assistance to PG&E employees and their family members.

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Debbie Rose-CalilanSuperintendent Support

What do the Peer Volunteers do?

• Provide resources about substance abuse and treatment

• Provide referrals to 12 step programs

• Accompany employee/family member to assist in getting admitted to treatment facilities

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Gale SikesWorkers’ Compensation Rep.

What do the Peer Volunteers do?

• Work with family members and help them understand how the recovery process works

• Connect with those recently returned to work from treatment

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Joe OjedaDistribution Supervisor

Program Impact

In 2014:

• The Peers educated over 9,000 employees on the program.

• More than 200 employees have reached out to the Peers for help.

• The Peers also assisted employees/family members into treatment.

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Steve MiramontesSafety Program Consultant

How to Help

When we get the word out, we make a difference.

• Schedule a 10-minute Peer Volunteer Program talk at one of your upcoming meetings – email us at PVP@pge.com.

• Visit www.peervolunteers.org or email PVP@pge.com for more information.

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Mike HarrisGas Service Rep.

In loving memory of Roger Stalcup1944-2013

For unfaltering dedication to the Peer Volunteer Program

You will be missed!