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Methods for evaluating a mature substance abuse prevention/early intervention program.

Authors :
Becker LR
Hall M
Fisher DA
Miller TR
Source :
The journal of behavioral health services & research [J Behav Health Serv Res] 2000 May; Vol. 27 (2), pp. 166-77.
Publication Year :
2000

Abstract

The authors describe methods for work in progress to evaluate four workplace prevention and/or early intervention programs designed to change occupational norms and reduce substance abuse at a major U.S. transportation company. The four programs are an employee assistance program, random drug testing, managed behavioral health care, and a peer-led intervention program. An elaborate mixed-methods evaluation combines data collection and analysis techniques from several traditions. A process-improvement evaluation focuses on the peer-led component to describe its evolution, document the implementation process for those interested in replicating it, and provide information for program improvement. An outcome-assessment evaluation examines impacts of the four programs on job performance measures (e.g., absenteeism, turnover, injury, and disability rates) and includes a cost-offset and employer cost-savings analysis. Issues related to using archival data, combining qualitative and quantitative designs, and working in a corporate environment are discussed.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1094-3412
Volume :
27
Issue :
2
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
The journal of behavioral health services & research
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
10795127
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02287311