Member Assistance Program

Our Mission

It is the mission of the International Union of Operating Engineers Certified Union Workplace Peer Program to provide IUOE members and representatives the tools needed to identify when someone is struggling with a life style issue which includes, but not limited to, substance abuse, behavioral health disorders, suicide prevention, and give them the tools and continual education to provide an appropriate level of care to those who need assistance.

Statistics

Every 4 Minutes someone in the U.S. dies from drug or alcohol addiction.
Whereas alcohol and substance misuse in the construction and extraction industries are estimated to be two times the national average.
1 in 5 adults experience mental illness. 1 in 25 adults in America live with a serious metal illness.
There are more than 200 classified types of metal illness.
Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the US.
1 in three women & 1 in 6 men will experience some form of sexual violence. 63% are never reported to police.

Southwest Multi Craft MAP Program

If you are struggling with PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Substance Abuse, Sexual abuse, bullying among many other struggles, our insurance has ways to help you or your family members.

Free Sessions: Mines and Associates has taken over as your Member Assistance Program provider for all members. Each person is eligible for 3 free sessions per year, not subject to the deductible. Each of your household members are also eligible- spouse, children, etc.
Inpatient / Partial Hospitalization: If for some reason you or a household member must be admitted as inpatient or partial hospitalization for Behavioral Health, which includes mental health or substance abuse, a pre-certification must be done within 48 hours. You will need to call American Health Group
MD LIVE: You can see a doctor for behavioral health specialist without leaving the comfort of your home. 24/7 access to an independently contracted, board certified MDLIVE doctor via phone, online video, or mobile app. MDLIVE doctors can treat a variety of non-emergency conditions.

Why it is hard for some to ask for help?

Stigma is defined as a set of negative beliefs that a group or society holds about a topic or group of people.

According to the World Health Organization, stigma is a major cause of discrimination and exclusion and it contributes to the abuse of human rights. When a person experiences stigma they are seen as less than because of their real or perceived health status. Stigma is rarely based on facts but rather on assumptions, preconceptions, and generalizations.

Stigma hurts. It can negatively impact a number of areas, including; willingness to attend treatment and access to healthcare, harm reduction, self-esteem and mental health.

It is okay to ask for help. Don't let others make you feel less than for asking for help.

Fear of losing your job. At some point it will happen if you don't work on getting better. Take that first step towards getting better so you can support yourself and your family.

Contacts for Help