The Employee Assistance & Counseling Center is a helpful management tool for supervisors (and your HR Consultant) to assist in helping employees solve personal problems that may be contributing to poor job performance. Download A Manager’s Guide to the EACC for detailed information including signs of a troubled employee, steps for making a supervisor referral, EACC services, critical incident stress management planning and more.
An employee should be referred to the EACC when (a) you are worried about an employee’s welfare or wellbeing, (b) an employee’s work performance begins to decline, or (c) a work issue presents and you are unsure of how to handle it.
Emergency Resources
If an incident occurs outside normal business hours, contact the on-call EACC emergency counselor through UAB Connect at 205-934-3411.
Mental Health Resources
EACC Resources for Mental Health
Explore online and community resources, toolkits for parents and caregivers, online mental health screenings, and more.
Wellness Apps
- UABwell App: Explore UAB mental health services, customizable self-care plan and habit tracker.
- myStrength: Get free access to hundreds of tools for increased emotional health and wellbeing.
Mental Health Advocate Program
UAB Mental Health Advocates play a vital role in encouraging others to seek support when needed, while inspiring others to prioritize well-being in their own lives and promoting a culture of mental health within the UAB community.
How to Help Employees Recover After Losing a Co-worker
Next steps and support for the rest of your team after an employee passes.