Union County offers an extensive package of benefits. County employees enjoy comprehensive insurance plans including medical, prescription, dental, vision and life as well as retirement, flexible spending accounts, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, among many other benefits.
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a confidential service provided at no cost to the employees of Union County and their family members.
EAP provides certified counselors who administer assessment and brief therapy to employees who want help with a variety of personal and work-related issues such as stress, parenting concerns, grief, alcohol/drug use, family problems, financial concerns and work-related problems. If additional treatment is needed, the EAP counselor can recommend further treatment options.
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Our EAP counselors are masters-level clinicians who are Certified Employee Assistance Professionals. Many hold additional licenses or certifications including: Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC), National Certified Counselor (NCC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). The counselors adhere to strict legal guidelines regarding disclosure of program participation.
EAP counselors are available to help employees understand how their insurance coverage can be applied to additional counseling/treatment.
For additional help, please call the Employee Assistance Program at 704-355-5021 or 800-384-1097. Appointments can be scheduled at the location most convenient to you.
Employee Assistance Program-Union, 2202-D W. Roosevelt Boulevard, Monroe, NC 28111
Notice of Privacy Practices
Information provided on this site is for informational purposes only. Actual provisions of each plan will be provided on the certificate of coverage as part of the Summary Plan description.
In accordance with the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993, effective August 5, 1993, and as amended, Union County shall grant each eligible employee leave entitlements consistent with the provisions outlined in the Act. The terms used in this Section which are defined in the Act shall have the meanings assigned to them therein.
To be eligible for leave under this section, the employee must:
Family and Medical Leave shall be granted for the following reasons:
Download the FMLA policy for more information.