Resource Library

There are a wealth of resources available as you consider addressing opioid use disorder as part of your overall commitment to wellness at your workplace. While we have prioritized resources based on organization needs, size and readiness, we have provided this page as a resource when you are looking for more information.

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Substance Use Employer Calculator

The National Safety Council and national nonprofit Shatterproof have collaborated with an independent research institution, NORC at the University of Chicago to design "The Real Cost of Substance Use to Employers" tool, an authoritative, easy-to-use tool providing business leaders with in their workplace.

Tool:Leadership, Small, Medium, LargeGuest UserDecember 21, 2020Data, Research, Business Case

The Role of Supervisors

Topics and information about recognizing and addressing opioids in the workplace.

Tool:Leadership, Medium, LargeGuest UserDecember 21, 2020Signs & Symptoms, Training

Naloxone in the Workplace

Employers can teach their employees how to recognize the signs and symptoms of an overdose, and consider having naloxone in the workplace.

Large, Tool:HRGuest UserDecember 21, 2020Signs & Symptoms, Naloxone, Training

Impairment, Safety & Opioids

Learn about how impairment impacts the workplace and how to recognize it.

Medium, Tool:HR, Tool:LeadershipGuest UserDecember 21, 2020Signs & Symptoms, Training

Building Employee Buy-In

Tips to unveil a new policy to employees and gain their active participation and support.

Tool:Communication, Medium, LargeGuest UserDecember 21, 2020Workplace Culture

Employee Assistance Programs

Using employee assistance programs (EAPs) to minimize the impact that the opioid crisis has on the workplace.

Medium, Large, Tool:BenefitsGuest UserDecember 21, 2020Health Plans

Legal and Regulatory Considerations

Protecting confidentiality and preventing discrimination.

Tool:Policies, Small, MediumGuest UserDecember 21, 2020Policy, Prevention

Navigating Benefits and Health Care Data

Checklists to follow when deciding on health care coverage for your employees.

Medium, Large, Tool:BenefitsGuest UserDecember 21, 2020Data, Health Plans

Developing a Drug Testing Program

Key steps in developing drug testing programs and policies.

Tool:HR, MediumGuest UserDecember 21, 2020Policy, Drug Testing

Developing a Workplace Program

Basics for Human Resources.

Tool:HR, Small, MediumGuest UserDecember 21, 2020Awareness, Drug Testing

A Month-By-Month Plan: Implementing An Opioid Policy

A stepped plan to design and implement your workplace program.

Tool:Policies, Tool:HR, Small, Medium, LargeGuest UserDecember 21, 2020Policy

Understanding Stigma

Substance use disorders (SUDs) are some of the cost stigmatized medical conditions, even though people increasingly understand that SUD is a complex disease that can be difficult to treat and may require ongoing medical care.

Medium, Tool:Communication, Tool:LeadershipGuest UserDecember 21, 2020Stigma, Workplace Culture

Preventing Opioid Misuse in the Workplace

Several way employers can help prevent opioid misuse and the development of opioid use disorders.

Tool:HR, Small, MediumGuest UserDecember 21, 2020Prevention

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Treatment Locator

Find a treatment facility near you.

Tool:For Employees, Tool:HR, Small, Medium, LargeGuest UserDecember 21, 2020Treatment, Referrals

Governor’s Office of Youth Faith and Family Treatment Locator

Identify substance abuse providers in your area.

Tool:For Employees, Tool:HR, Small, Medium, LargeGuest UserDecember 21, 2020Treatment, Referrals, Arizona

Policy Considerations

Basic elements of an effective workplace policy and the approaches you may take.

Small, Medium, Large, Tool:PoliciesGuest UserDecember 21, 2020Policy

Find Naloxone in Arizona

Tool to find out where naloxone might be available near you.

Tool:For Employees, Small, Medium, LargeGuest UserDecember 21, 2020Arizona, Naloxone

Understanding Harm Reduction

Frequently asked questions about harm reduction, overdose, drugs, and safer substance use.

Tool:Communication, Small, Medium, LargeGuest UserDecember 21, 2020Awareness, Education, Arizona

Sonoran Prevention Works Resources

Various health and family resources.

Tool:For Employees, Small, Medium, LargeGuest UserDecember 21, 2020Arizona, Treatment

Sonoran Prevention Works Contracted Training

Consultation and trainings for individuals and groups who desire to implement a variety of harm reduction protocols within their organizational framework.

Medium, Small, Tool:LeadershipGuest UserDecember 21, 2020Arizona, Training