How To Refer an Employee to FEAP
Employees can access the Faculty and Employee Assistance Program in a variety of ways. They may self-refer at any time. Co-workers, family, or friends can encourage the use of FEAP. Supervisors can refer formally or informally as noted below.
Formal vs. Informal FEAP Referral
The informal referral is made when you become aware that the employee has a personal problem but the problem is not affecting performance. A manager may remind the employee about the FEAP and encourage them to take advantage of the program. Realize that the employee may not choose to use FEAP.
A formal referral to FEAP is made when there are performance problems. The manager would first contact the FEAP to discuss the employee and performance problems and explore whether a formal referral is appropriate. During a corrective interview, the manager will tell the employee of the formal referral to the FEAP and encourage them to use the program. The advantage of the formal referral is that the FEAP counselor will let you know whether or not the employee follows through (with the proper release of information).
FEAP is a 24-hour service and can be reached by dialing (434) 243-2643 or 1-800-847-9355.