How Placement in Addiction Treatment Works?
When it comes to mental health and substance abuse treatment, for many it is the first time dealing with these issues. There are many new terms, types of treatment, and a vast amount of addiction treatment centers to choose from. Gathering all this information about the pros and cons of various levels of care, plus looking through online reviews of treatment centers and on top of that figuring out what your insurance plans cover, can all be extremely overwhelming. Luckily there are addiction treatment placement services available for union members and their families to improve health outcomes.
Addiction is unique to each person and their treatment needs will require personalized plans. Inpatient treatment is often the most effective form of addiction program; however it may not fit every person’s needs or personality and would do better in outpatient treatment. Addiction treatment placement services basically take all the guesswork out of finding the treatment program at the right treatment facility. Case managers will take a thorough assessment of your addiction, mental illness health, personal, and economic needs in order to recommend the right mental health or substance abuse recovery center for Union Members. Employee assistance programs know the ins and outs of substance abuse treatment and therapies for mental health conditions. They can guide you through the process and answer any questions you may have.
Benefits of Addiction Treatment Placement
- Quicker admission into the right program and recovery center. Instead of spending hours researching and understanding different treatment programs, addiction treatment placement teams already have all the knowledge and a list of trusted treatment programs with evidence based practice that can help you achieve successful recovery. Instead of wasting time trying to figure out where you should go for addiction recovery and if they take your insurance, you can quickly get into a program and increase your chances of getting better, faster.
- Help you understand addiction treatments and therapies. Addiction placement teams will walk you through the process of addiction recovery or mental health treatment, and explain to you the various therapies. This can help take away many fears and unknowns related to getting treatment which often is a roadblock for many.
- Better chances of successful addiction recovery. Because addiction placement conducts a thorough evaluation, they can determine what type of treatment program is best suited for you and will give you the best chance of recovery. Quickly getting into the right treatment program will help you achieve sobriety or get a hold of your mental illness health issues to improve health outcomes the first time around instead of trying different rehabs that may lead to a relapse.
- Eliminates chance of ending up in a scam rehab. With the rise in substance use disorder and the need for treatment, many scam rehabs have popped up trying to take advantage of people in their time of need. Because addiction placement works with a trusted network of treatment providers, you can rest easy if you are investing into an effective evidence based practice program.
- Have someone on your side throughout your recovery. Addiction recovery and mental health treatment can feel lonely and scary. But when you have someone walking you through everything who is recovery oriented, the process can feel much less isolating and increase your self-confidence that you are doing the right thing. They can also help you throughout your recovery and help you find other programs as you complete one and continue your aftercare program.
Why Treatment Placement Services May Be Necessary for You
Treatment placement services are necessary to avoid ending up in a scam drug rehab or mental health facility that only end up making your disorder worse. By using a trusted network of treatment providers who are certified, you can rely on your treatment program being effective. These services can also help you avoid receiving unneeded behavioral health treatments or a substance abuse treatment program that does not fit your needs because you are better educated through the help of your case manager. Treatment placement services also get you into the right treatment program sooner than if you were attempting to find it on your own. The amount of treatment providers available can be overwhelming for anyone and some of them may not have the type of environment that is beneficial to your commitment to the program.
How Union First’s Placement Services Help You Recover from Addiction
Union First is an employee assistance program that aims to help union members and their families find behavioral health treatment for substance abuse and/or mental health conditions. We offer several services that are aimed to get your substance abuse and mental illness health services quickly while helping to protect your employment while you receive treatment. When you call Union First, you will receive a thorough evaluation to determine your drug and alcohol or mental health needs. Part of our services also include case management, meaning you will match with a case manager who will help guide you through your addiction and mental health treatment process. It is highly important to us that you can reach someone directly during this difficult time and not feel like just a number. Our experts will work with you to find you the right addiction treatment program for individual placement.
Once we have completed a health and substance abuse evaluation, we will use that information to find the right treatment program for you. We work with a network of trusted and effective treatment providers in your area that offer several types of addiction treatments and can fit your needs, including for co-occurring disorders. We also check your insurance plans to see what kind of treatment is covered under your plan and which recovery center accept it. Our experts also know all the ins and outs of recovery treatment and can guide you on what sort of treatment program you will need, which can assure you that you are not going to be paying more than what you need and that you will receive an effective treatment plan aimed at helping you recover from drugs and alcohol in the long run. Instead of digging for hours finding the right addiction treatment program, we will quickly find you one and get you through their admissions process efficiently so you can start the road to recovery as soon as possible.
Many workers will avoid getting much needed mental health treatment or treatment for substance use disorders because they fear losing their job if they take an extended leave. There are several federal and state laws that protect your job while you receive medical care or care for a family member. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act ADA, your employment cannot be terminated for taking time off to get medical care, which includes mental health and substance abuse services. However, not many employees or employers are aware of these rights or the right way to proceed to ensure your job is safe, which can cause unlawful termination. Our experts at Union First know these laws and regulations and how to use them. You also receive job protection services with Union First, which will help ensure your employment, salary, position, and benefits are all protected while you receive alcohol and drug addiction treatment. We understand how important your union job is to you and we will work hard to ensure your employment is in tack for when you return so you can rest easy and focus on your recovery. We will also advocate for you and communicate with your employer when needed about your rights to take time off.
Other services provided to union members at Union First include telehealth services which can quickly get you mental health help within 24 to 48 hours of calling us. Our private health network of over 40 providers allows us to quickly schedule an appointment with a mental health counselor who fits your needs and is covered by your health insurance. Getting help as soon as possible makes all the difference when it comes to effective mental health care. Often individuals with mental health complications, such as anxiety, depression, stress, PTSD, or bipolar disorder, will turn to drugs or alcohol to self-medicate their symptoms. This could turn into a substance use disorder if mental health is not treated quickly and effectively. By getting you help as soon as possible, we hope to avoid further complications with drugs and alcohol
Union First believes in getting your help as soon as possible, which means preventative measures are also important to us and why we provide employee advocacy seminars. Our training modules provide union leaders and their members the tools they need to handle stress, identify issues with behavioral health, how to get help for behavioral health, and manage a crisis. Our team can conduct these training sessions on site and increasing awareness is central to our program’s overall success.
If you or your family member is struggling with behavioral health conditions, please reach out for help today. Our team is available 24/7 to answer your questions or get you started on the road to recovery.