* | 1. | Develops and establishes an employee assistance program. |
| 2. | Advises employees about health insurance, retirement, and other related employee benefit programs. |
* | 3. | Develops a training program designed to improve employee behavior and performance at the work site. |
| 4. | Provides career counseling for employees. |
| 5. | Assists personnel director in resolving issues related to worker's compensation, unemployment insurance, and similar matters. |
* | 6. | Refers employees with personal and social problems, to appropriate professional services and personnel. |
* | 7. | Prepares confidential reports to Board of Commissioners on employee assistance matters, and makes recommendations for referrals and other special employee support actions. |
1. | Knowledge of principles and practices involved in developing and maintaining an employee assistance program. |
2. | Knowledge of a variety of occupational categories and their required qualifications. |
3. | Knowledge of office procedures and methods. |
4. | Knowledge of resources available to employees experiencing difficulty. |
5. | Ability to examine personnel problems and make appropriate recommendations. |
6. | Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates. |
7. | Ability to maintain records and prepare reports. |
8. | Ability to express oneself effectively, both orally and in writing. |