The Role of Eap in the Workplace
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EAP is defined by the EAP Association of South Africa (2005:6) as a work site-based programme, designed to assist in the identification and resolution of productivity problems associated with employees impaired by personal concerns, but not limited to health, marital, family, financial, alcohol, drug, legal, emotional, stress, or other personal concerns which may adversely affect employee job performance. Employee Assistance Programmes has been used as part of the business strategy to enhance employee functioning, loyalty, and performance in organisations around the world.
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