What is Addiction Treatment Placement?
Addiction treatment placements are guidance and referral services for individuals who need personalized programming due to substance use disorders and mental health issues. Dealing with substance abuse and addiction is often completely new territory for many. Attempting to figure out how and where to get the appropriate help needed can be overwhelming which can lead to treatment avoidance. Addiction treatment placement can eliminate hours of researching and deciding what kind of addiction treatment you or your loved one needs. This resource is often free through employee assistance services provided by employers or union memberships. Going to addiction treatment placement can empower clients to feel confident in their treatment decisions, leading to a higher likelihood of successful recovery outcomes.
Treatment placement for drug and alcohol addiction will conduct an initial evaluation of their addiction and health history to match them with substance abuse treatment centers near them that match their needs. Team specialists will provide individualized treatment guidance based on their evaluation to help clients make the best decision for their recovery journey. They will guide clients through all aspects of addiction treatment including the types of programs available, the appropriate length of the program, their health insurance coverage, types of treatment facilities available, and specialized treatment programs.
Effective addiction treatment will look different for each person. Finding the right treatment program is key for addressing specific aspects of each person’s addiction and increasing the likelihood of completing the program. There are several factors that many do not realize are important for choosing the right treatment facility, including environment, location, and specific treatments needed. Addiction treatment placement will help clients figure out what specific aspects of a treatment program are necessary for them. Services can also match clients to specialized programs such as LGBTQ+-friendly treatment centers, dual diagnosis programs, or spiritual-based programming.
Can Union Members Get Addiction Treatment Placement?
Union members can get addiction treatment placement through employee assistance services offered through their union membership. Union First is the first-of-its-kind employee assistance service geared towards union members, public employees, and their families needing substance abuse and mental health treatment. Union members whose unions have subscribed to our services can use treatment placement services as part of their union membership fees. Placement specialists are available around the clock to assist members in finding the right type of treatment program and helping them through the admissions process.
What Types of Services Are Covered by Addiction Treatment Placement?
Case Management. Addiction treatment placement will designate a “point person” to your case who can assess, plan, coordinate, implement, and monitor the addiction treatment services needed. Case management services aim to help clients have personalized support and know exactly who to contact throughout their recovery journey.
Pre-Treatment Evaluation. Case managers will conduct a thorough initial evaluation and questionnaire to determine the client’s personal and addiction treatment needs before matching them with residential or step-down care.
Addiction Treatment Education and Guidance. After a case evaluation, case managers will explain various treatment options and which ones are best suited for the client. Along with your case manager, you can make a better decision on which course of addiction treatment will provide you with the best chance of long-term recovery.
Personalized Referrals. Once you have discussed treatment program options, the case manager will refer you to recovery centers or treatment providers in your area who meet your needs. They can also refer you to specialized treatment programs which are not available in your area but are more likely to provide you with the environment or care you need.
Admissions Assistance. Part of addiction treatment placement is helping you through the admissions process, which can be overwhelming in itself. They can also help you figure out several logistics such as travel needs, ensuring you can take time off work, and preparing you for time away from your regular life.
Ongoing Support During Treatment. Treatment placement services want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recovery process. They can keep up communication throughout the recovery process and help you out if there is ever any issue or need further guidance.
Continued Care Planning and Assistance. Addiction treatment programs are only the beginning of the journey towards recovery. Addiction treatment placement does not end the day you graduate from a program. Services can include aftercare planning, outpatient referrals, peer support group referrals, and referrals to therapists. They are also available in the unfortunate event of relapse to quickly get you the help you need to get back on track.
Telehealth Services. Members can also access telehealth services through addiction treatment placement. Clients can quickly get an appointment with a mental health or substance abuse counselor during critical times, which can help stop the progression of symptoms or an impending relapse.
Does Insurance Help Pay for Addiction Treatment Placement?
Addiction treatment placement can verify your insurance plan and refer you to treatment providers and centers covered by your insurance plan. Union health insurance plans tend to have more complete coverage than non-unionized plans, which may cover some or all your addiction treatment costs. Addiction treatment placement services are generally free of charge for workers and employees whose employer or union pays for their membership. Calls and services can be accessed at any time and as often as needed.
Do Union Members Have Job Protection During Addiction Treatment Placement?
Some addiction treatment placement services include job protection. Union First ensures your job is protected through the recovery process and provides greater peace of mind so you never hesitate to get time off to take care of yourself. Our experts know how to use federal and state laws which protect your job, salary, benefits, and much more when you need to take time off work to get substance abuse or mental health treatment. These laws also protect your job from being unlawfully fired or demoted solely based on having a mental health or substance use disorder. Unfortunately, these laws continue to have several loopholes which employers can take advantage of. Our team will ensure you take the proper steps to secure your job and advise you if you feel your rights have been violated. Part of our services includes submitting a “placement in treatment” letter to your employer and keeping communication with them, with your permission, during your recovery treatment.
Union First is the Only Call Union Members Need to Make to Start Addiction Treatment Placement
Union members, public service employees, and their families can Union First for personalized addiction treatment placement. Instead of searching online and making endless calls to treatment centers, you can call us and we will quickly get you admitted into the right treatment program. Our team of specialists is available 24/7 to take your call and help you make the right choices for yourself. We work with a nationwide network of trusted, licensed treatment facilities that use evidence-based addiction therapies. Our services include making sure your job is protected while you seek out an addiction treatment and that your rights are never violated.
If you or your family members are struggling with drug and alcohol addiction, please call us and let us walk the road to recovery with you. Our helpline is available 24/7 at (855) 215-2023.