We don't just build drug free programs. We support them.
For over two decades, First Connect Corporate Services has partnered with employers to create effective, compliant drug-free workplace programs. Whether your goal is risk reduction, state contract compliance, or meeting Ohio’s Substance Use Prevention and Recovery (SUPR) program requirements, our team delivers the services and guidance you can rely on.
*formerly the Drug Free Safety Program.
A written drug free policy is one of the most important components of a drug free program. The policy will set expectations and responsiblities and provides guidance for employees and the company.
Custom step by step instructions for supervisors and management, including relevant forms and checklists.
Employee Education is taught by experienced, credentialed trainers at the company worksite or by live, interactive webinar. Employee Education is focused on substance use in the workplace, within the family and community, current trends, recognizing the signs and symptoms and resources for assistance. Trainings also includes information on the company's written policy.
A Train the Trainer program allows a member the employer's team to provide new hire or annual employee and supervisor education. Trainers will attend a three hour (employee) and four hour (supervisor) webinar session and are provided with education materials, a Trainer's Guide and support for the program. Employee materials, including the presention, are created new each year so employees will never see the same program twice. Train the Trainer programs are valid for three years.
A First Connect trainer will provide Supervisor Reasonable Suspicion Training in 1 or 2 hour formats at the company's designated location or by live, interactive webinar. Supervisor sessions focus on the responsiblitiies of the supervisors, identification of reasonble suspicion, importance of detailed documentation and skill building in presented scenarios. Supervisor trainings are customized to each company policy.
First Connect partners with The Roop Group who can provide substance abuse provider assistance before or after a program violation. Their Company Assistance Program allows the employer flexibility to provide a resource for employes who wish to seek help before a program violation as well as providing the critical substance abuse provider after a policy violation.
For more information about the Ohio SUPR program, click here.