KISII UNIVERSITY
WORKPLACE POLICY ON ALCOHOL
AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE
2015
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VISION
A world class University in the advancement of academic
excellence, research and social welfare.
MISSION
To train human resource that meets the development
needs of the country and international labour market,
sustain production of quality research and consultancy;
disseminate knowledge, skills and Competencies for the
advancement of humanity
CORE VALUES
Professionalism, teamwork, accountability,
responsiveness, integrity
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DEFINITION OF TERMS
The following are the definitions of terms as they apply to this Workplace
Policy:
Addict/Drug dependant: A person who continues using alcohol or other
drugs despite the detrimental effects of such drugs. Such a person has
impaired control over the usage and is preoccupied with drug use for
non-therapeutic purposes.
Addiction: Is a chronic disorder that has genetic, psychosocial and
environmental dimensions, and is characterized by the continued use of a
substance despite its detrimental effects.
Alcohol: A drink containing ethanol as the active content.
Alcohol abuse: Includes consuming alcohol whilst on duty, being at the
workplace while under the influence of alcohol, and being incapable of
effectively performing duties due to intoxication.
Alcohol/Drug Dependence: The term implies the need for repeated doses of
alcohol or drug to feel good or to avoid feeling bad. This is accompanied by a
very strong desire for the drug of choice.
Alcoholism: Is an illness characterized by preoccupation with alcohol and
loss of control over its consumption.
Care:
Promotion of a person’s well-being through medical, physical,
psychological, spiritual and other means.
Chronic: Refers to a condition that continues or persists over an extended
period of time.
Confidentiality: The right of every person, employee or job applicant to have
his/her medical or other information, including alcohol or drug use status,
being kept secret.
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Counselling: A process whereby a person having challenges with Alcohol and
Substance Abuse is assisted to think through the problem and find a possible
solution including referral for specialized services.
Current Usage: Consumption of alcohol or drugs within the last 30 days.
Drug: Is any substance that, when absorbed into the body of a living
organism, alters normal body functions either negatively or positively.
Drug
Abuse:
Refers
to
consumption
of
illegal
drugs
or
the
unhealthy/excessive use of legal ones.
Early detection: Mechanisms for diagnosing the onset of an individual’s
consumption of alcohol and other drugs before it gets complicated.
Employee
Assistance
Programmes
(EAPs):
Are
employee
benefit
programmes offered by employers within the framework of counselling to
assist employees deal with personal problems that might adversely impact on
their work.
Evaluation: The assessment of the impact of a programme at a particular
point in time.
Health Effects: Include the consequences and impact of Alcohol and
Substance Abuse on one’s health and that of others around them.
Licit: Legally available drugs. This includes Alcohol, Tobacco, Khat &
prescription medicines.
Inebriation: Feeling of a sense of false well-being after consuming a mood
altering substance. Colloquially referred to as ‘feeling high’
Intoxication: Loss of physical, emotional and psychological control after
consuming a mood altering substance.
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Illicit: Illegal drugs.
This includes Cannabis (Bhang), heroin, cocaine and
other narcotic substances. This may also include inhalants, though legally
available, are inhaled to cause inebriation.
Past Usage: Previous consumption of alcohol or drugs by an individual in
his/her lifetime.
Policy: General guide setting out the position of the University on Alcohol and
Substance Abuse at the workplace.
Prevalence: A measure of the number of individuals abusing alcohol
and drugs at a given period of time.
Prevention: A programme or strategy designed to curtail the onset of Alcohol
and Substance Abuse.
Problem Drinkers: Are users of alcohol whose drinking patterns meet some
defined criteria such as experiencing negative consequences including conflict
with family members as well as exhibiting one or more symptoms of alcohol
dependence.
Programme: A plan of action, which includes planning, resource allocation,
implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
Rehabilitation: The process of assisting a member of staff to improve and
recover lost physical and mental functioning for purposes of reintegration into
society and the workplace. It includes enabling a member of staff to cease
substance abuse in order to avoid the psychological, legal, financial,
social and physical consequences.
Referral: Is an act of sending a client to another professional or agency for
appropriate care and services.
Relapse: Resumption of alcohol or drug abuse after a period of abstinence.
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Support: Services and any other assistance provided to help a person living
with Alcohol and Substance Abuse challenges.
Treatment: Medical or non-medical care provided to improve the situation of
a member of staff suffering from alcohol and drug dependence.
Workplace: Occupational settings, stations and places where the staff
members are officially engaged in implementing its mandate.
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ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
ADA:
Alcohol and Drug Abuse
AUDIT:
Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test
CAGE:
Cutting down, Anger, Guilt, Eye opener
EAPs:
Employee Assistance Programs
HOD:
Head of Department
IDUs:
Injecting Drug Users
IEC:
Information, Education and Communication
MAST:
Michigan Alcohol Screening Test
NACADA:
National Campaign against Drug Abuse Authority
SSA:
Staff/student assistance
UNODC:
United Nations Office of Drug and Crime
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREFACE ..................................................................................................Error! Bookmark not defined.
DEFINITION OF TERMS.....................................................................................................................iv
ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS ............................................................................................. viii
1.0
INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................................ 1
1.1
Establishment of Kisii University .................................................................................... 1
1.2
Policy Overview...................................................................................................................... 1
1.3
Background for Policy Formulation ............................................................................... 2
1.4
Rationale for Alcohol and Substance Abuse Policy ................................................... 4
1.5
Scope ........................................................................................................................................ 5
1.6
Policy Statement ................................................................................................................... 5
1.7
Policy Objectives ................................................................................................................... 5
2.0
GUIDING PRINCIPLES ............................................................................................................ 6
2.1
Confidentiality ....................................................................................................................... 6
2.2
Autonomy ................................................................................................................................ 6
2.3
Beneficence............................................................................................................................. 6
2.4
Non-malficence...................................................................................................................... 6
2.5
Impartiality ............................................................................................................................. 6
2.6
Informed Consent ................................................................................................................. 6
2.7
Professionalism ..................................................................................................................... 7
3.0
GUIDELINES FOR IMPLEMENTING THE POLICY ........................................................ 7
3.1
Prohibited Behaviour........................................................................................................... 7
3.2
Searches .................................................................................................................................. 7
3.3
Alcohol use at University Events..................................................................................... 8
3.4
Procedures in Case of Violation ....................................................................................... 8
3.5
Sanctions ................................................................................................................................ 9
4.0
PREVENTION AND INTERVENTION STRATEGIES ...................................................... 9
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4.1 Prevention .............................................................................................................................. 9
4.2 Interventions ....................................................................................................................... 10
4.3 Specific Interventions ........................................................................................................ 11
4.3.1 Staff/Student Assistance (SSA) ............................................................................. 11
4.3.2 Family Education Class ............................................................................................ 11
4.3.3 Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) ...................................................................................... 12
4.3.4 Narcotics Anonymous (NA) ....................................................................................... 12
4.3.5 Support Activities ........................................................................................................ 12
5.0
POLICY IMPLEMENTATION, MONITORING AND EVALUATION ............................ 13
5.1
Overview ................................................................................................................................ 13
5.1.1 Persons Responsible of Implementation ................................................................. 13
5.2
Implementation Framework ............................................................................................ 14
5.3
Anti-ADA Committee ......................................................................................................... 15
5.3.1 Membership of the Anti-ADA Committee ................................................................ 16
5.3.2 Functions of the Anti-ADA Committee ..................................................................... 17
5.4 Coordinator Anti-ADA Unit ............................................................................................... 17
5.4.1 Qualifications ................................................................................................................... 17
5.4.2 Duties and responsibilities .......................................................................................... 17
5.4.3 Tenure of Office................................................................................................................ 18
5.5
Programme Officer - Staff/Students Assistance Programmes ............................. 18
5.5.1 Qualifications ................................................................................................................... 18
5.5.2 Duties and Responsibilities ......................................................................................... 18
5.6. Programme Officer - Rehabilitation .............................................................................. 19
5.6.1 Qualifications ................................................................................................................... 19
5.6.2 Duties and Responsibilities ......................................................................................... 19
6.0
PARTNERSHIPS AND SUSTAINABILITY ......................................................................... 26
7.0
MONITORING AND EVALUATION FRAMEWORK (M&E) .......................................... 26
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8.0
MOBILIZATION OF RESOURCES .........................................Error! Bookmark not defined.
9.0
POLICY REVIEW .........................................................................Error! Bookmark not defined.
10.0 CONCLUSION ..............................................................................Error! Bookmark not defined.
11.0 EFFECTIVE DATE ......................................................................Error! Bookmark not defined.
SELECTED REFERENCES .............................................................................................................. 29
APPENDIX I:
CLIENT CONSENT FORM ................................................................................ 30
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1.0
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Establishment of Kisii University
Aims of Kisii University according to section 6 of its charter (Universities Act
NO. 42 of 2012) are to:
(a)
produce competent graduates;
(b)
offer high quality education;
(c)
generate appropriate knowledge, skill, competencies and innovation
outputs that impact on the national development goals and social
welfare;
(d)
produce, transfer and disseminate appropriate technology for the
benefit of the University, industry and society in general.
1.2 Policy Overview
Drugs are pharmaceutical products or substances that are meant to bring
about a desired change in the existing state of the user. This change can
either be psychological, physiological, biochemical or even emotional.
Essentially, drugs are produced and consumed for the purpose of curative or
prevention of physiological, psychological conditions. As such, all drugs and
substances have the potential of altering the functioning of the human body.
Drug abuse on the other hand, is the use of drugs for reasons other than
medical or therapeutic. Such abuse can either be psychotropic or moodaltering such as psychoactive ones. It is against this backdrop that Kisii
University, being a legal entity, and subject to the statutes of the Kenyan Law
(Kisii University Order, 2007), desires to be responsible for the wellbeing and
safety of her staff and students.
The University acknowledges that one of the major contemporary challenges is
the abuse of alcohol and drugs. Such abuses have far reaching implications in
terms of individual productivity and Institutional wellbeing.
Consequently, this policy aims at informing staff, students, stakeholders and
the community around the University about the dangers of alcohol, drug and
substance abuse. Since students constitute the largest proportion of
University population; they are the most vulnerable and easy target for drugs
due to several factors including social and peer pressure.
The policy was developed with cognizance of the Alcoholic Drinks Control Act
of 2009, popularly referred to as the ‘Mututho’ Act.
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This policy has formulated strategies and measures within the University
structure which is meant to assist those who may be tempted to abuse, or
struggling with the abuse of drugs. The policy further clarifies the
mechanisms that will be applied when dealing with any such cases.
1.3 Background for Policy Formulation
People abuse substances such as drugs, alcohol and tobacco for varied and
complex reasons. Whatever the reason, the society pays a significant cost.
This can be confirmed in hospitals and emergency departments through
direct damage to health by substance abuse and its link to physical trauma
and crime.
Abused substances produce some form of intoxication that alters judgment,
perception, attention or physical control. Many substances can bring on
withdrawal effect caused by cessation or reduction in the amount of the
substance used.
Withdrawal can range from mild anxiety, to seizures and hallucinations. Drug
overdose may cause death. Nearly all drugs also produce phenomena known
as tolerance where one must use a larger amount of the drug to produce the
same level of intoxication.
For example, cigarettes produce nicotine and other chemicals that cause lung
cancer, heart disease, peptic ulcer and stroke. Withdrawal symptoms include
anxiety, hunger, sleep disturbances and depression.
Alcohol depresses the brain and lessens inhibitions, slurs speech and
decreases muscle control and co-ordination. Withdrawal from alcohol may
cause anxiety, irregular heartbeat, tremor, seizures, hallucinations,
malnutrition, liver failure, enlargement and cancer of the esophagus,
pancreas, stomach and fatal motor accidents.
Marijuana
or
grass,
herb
(Cannabis
sativa)
produces
delta-atetrahydrocannabinol THC) the cause of intoxication. Continual use of
marijuana may lead to use of other drugs. Both short-term and long-term use
of other drugs can damage the heart, the brain, lung and kidneys.
According to the National Campaign Against Drug Abuse Authority (NACADA)
guidelines for developing workplace Alcohol and Substance Abuse policy
(June 2009), an ideal workplace policy on Alcohol and Substance Abuse
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should address issues of preventive education; referral for treatment and
rehabilitation. Such a policy should also address the psycho-social support,
acquisition and dissemination of behaviour change materials, minimization of
denial and stigma associated with dependence among others.
NACADA further argues that Alcohol and Substance Abuse in the workplace
has the potential to negatively affect the health, safety productivity and
performance of employees, which result in low business output in
organizations. Although Alcohol and Substance Abuse happens in the
contexts of family and the wide society, the workplace offers a chance for early
detection, intervention and psycho-social support for employees, for the
benefit of the employees, family and community at large.
It is against this background that Kisii University has found it necessary to
put an Alcohol and Substance Abuse policy in place to ensure a conducive
academic and work environment. Based on the University’s mission, vision
and philosophy, the policy will ensure an environment that is conducive for
work and the pursuit of knowledge for national, global and also foster social,
cultural and intellectual wellbeing of staff and students.
Pursuance of the policy seeks to create a free environment where harmful
behaviour can endanger both the individual user and others. Acknowledging
that drug abuse leads to low work productivity, poor academic performance,
increased drop-out rates and, therefore, undermining the University’s
mission, the University strictly prohibits Alcohol and Substance Abuse in all
her premises. Alcohol and Substance Abuse basically limits one’s full
potential in participation and contribution to the full realization of the
University’s vision, mission and philosophy.
Furthermore, since Alcohol and Substance Abuse are potentially harmful to
the health of the entire University, it is the duty of the University to care for
her staff and students. Since Alcohol and Substance Abuse are a treatable
condition, the University, therefore, offers programmes and services for those
in her community with alcohol and substance abuse problems.
The policy of Kisii University will be to support staff and students who will be
receiving treatment for drug and substance addiction, but the treatment
should not be construed to mean escape from disciplinary action. Individuals
who may have drug addiction problems and who do not opt to seek treatment
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may in the end have their employment terminated or studies discontinued
from the University in accordance with the University policy.
Both staff and students with addiction problem will be encouraged to enroll in
a treatment programme and show evidence of completion before being
reinstated.
Since dealing with alcoholism and drug abuse is a sensitive matter, strict
confidentiality will be adhered to at all times during treatment and referral to
or from other agencies. Consequently this policy is purposely designed to take
care of the concerns of the University on alcohol, drug and substance abuse
in order to ensure that Kisii University is an Alcohol and Substance Abuse
free zone as well as to comply with the government of Kenya laws which
prohibit illegal drugs and substance abuse in work and education places. As
such the policy applies to all the entire Kisii University community.
1.4 Rationale for Alcohol and Substance Abuse Policy
Kisii University is charged with production of high calibre human resource
capable of transforming theoretical skills to practical competencies for the
development of the society and the country as a whole. The effects of Alcohol
and Substance Abuse on staff, students and stakeholders need to be
addressed so as to reverse the far reaching consequences on academic
performance and productivity. The Workplace Policy on Alcohol and
Substance Abuse for the University will;
(i)
Help the University to increase employee/worker and student
confidence, morale and reduce absenteeism.
(ii) Guide the University and create awareness on the harmful effects of
Alcohol and Substance Abuse.
(iii) Assist the University in managing cases arising from Alcohol and
Substance Abuse through early detection and intervention.
(iv) Ensure knowledge and understanding of rules related to Alcohol and
Substance Abuse as well as structure and procedure for dealing with
them are known by all members of the University community.
(v) Guide the University to establish a corporate culture and practice that
prevent and pre-empt Alcohol and Substance Abuse within the
institution.
(vi) Enable the University to maintain alcohol and drug free, healthy and
productive members.
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1.5 Scope
The following will be the scope of this policy:
(i)
The policy shall apply to all Kisii University staff, students and other
persons operating/found within Kisii University precincts, including
vendors, visitors and other stakeholders. All contractors conducting
business or providing services shall abide by this policy while in Kisii
University premises.
(ii)
This policy shall provide procedures to help staff, students and
contracting agencies to
understand and put into practice its
provisions.
(iii)
This policy shall spell out the guidelines and regulations for preventive
measures for Alcohol and Substance Abuse.
1.6 Policy Statement
Kisii University is committed to an “Alcohol and Substance Abuse free work
environment” as the guiding principle. It shall endeavour to co-ordinate the
prevention, early detection, mitigation and management of Alcohol and
Substance Abuse through education, advocacy, empowerment, enforcement
and partnership for a productive workforce. With this Policy as a guide, the
management, staff, students and stakeholders have the collective
responsibility of addressing Alcohol and Substance Abuse issues.
1.7 Policy Objectives
The following objectives are set to achieve the above vision:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
Develop institutional and operational structures for effective
implementation of Alcohol and Substance Abuse programmes.
Empower the staff and students with relevant knowledge and
information on Alcohol and Substance Abuse to make informed
decisions.
Promote and embrace corporate culture that discourages Alcohol and
Substance Abuse in the workplace.
Mitigate on conditions which may expose staff and students to the risk
of developing alcohol and drug related problems.
Mobilization of the University Community to participate in Alcohol and
Substance Abuse, prevention, control and treatment programmes.
Design programmes that will address stigma, misconceptions and
myths associated with Alcohol and Substance Abuse.
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g)
h)
i)
j)
Establish monitoring and evaluation mechanism for Alcohol and
Substance Abuse Programmes.
Promotion of research on prevention, care, treatment, cure and other
related interventions on alcohol and substance abuse.
Strengthening and promoting the Employee/students Assistance
Programmes on the management of alcohol and substance abuse.
Networking with other stakeholders to facilitate the fulfilment of the
policy vision.
2.0 GUIDING PRINCIPLES
The University is devoted to ensuring the safety, health and wellbeing of all
employees and students in the workplace. The policy shall be guided by the
following principles:2.1 Confidentiality
Access to client information is limited to those who have a legitimate
need to know in compliance with relevant laws and management policies and
shall not be shared or used discriminately against the particular staff or
student.
2.2 Autonomy
Counselling on Alcohol and Substance Abuse shall empower the client to
make appropriate decisions, choose their own direction, and take necessary
actions in a therapeutic relationship.
2.3 Beneficence
Alcohol and Substance Abuse programmes shall respect the dignity and
promote the welfare of clients and will be geared entirely for the client’s well
being.
2.4 Non-malficence
Doing no harm; counsellors promote this principle by avoiding any behaviour
that can cause harm or has the potential to harm client either physically or
emotionally.
2.5 Impartiality
Alcohol and Substance Abuse programmes shall be provided in a fair and
impartial manner to all clients.
2.6 Informed Consent
The client has a right to be informed, by way of documentation, about alcohol
and drugs treatment procedures, goals and benefits so as to make an
informed decision on whether or not to participate. In-case of continued use of
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drugs that may be a threat to the security of other employees, students and
the assets, the University shall take ultimate decisive action to contain any
possible harm.
2.7 Professionalism
Alcohol and Substance Abuse programmes shall be implemented by
persons possessing requisite skills and/or certifications from relevant
certified bodies and shall uphold professional ethics.
3.0
GUIDELINES FOR IMPLEMENTING THE POLICY
3.1 Prohibited Behaviour
Subject to the provision of clause 3.3 the following shall be considered as
prohibited behaviour;(i)
Manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, consumption, sale
and advertisement of alcohol and other drugs within the premises, in
halls of residence, in University vehicles or while on official
assignments.
(ii) The use of alcohol and other drugs of abuse as items for expense
account reimbursement. University prohibits possession of any illicit
drugs in the University premises by members of staff, students or
person(s) operating / found within its precincts including visitors and
stakeholders.
(iii) Payment of any wages in the form of alcohol and drugs or giving
rewards/tokens or materials that in any way may trigger alcohol and
drug craving.
(iv) Misuse of drugs and laboratory chemicals by any staff/student or
stakeholder within the University premises.
(v) The University forbids any staff, students or person(s) to be under
influence of alcohol or any illicit drugs while on the University premises.
(vi) Kisii University forbids any alcoholic drinks and drugs at any University
event unless with permission from University Management.
(vii) Under the Laws of Kenya, it is illegal to sell alcohol to persons under
the age of 18 years.
3.2
(i)
(ii)
Searches
Any person who transacts business for or on behalf of the University
shall be requested to consent for a search and inspection at the
workplace or at any University function.
A person reasonably suspected of having alcohol and illicit drugs would
be required to undergo a search or inspection at any time.
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(iii)
(iv)
(v)
Search and inspection may be conducted within the workplace from
time to time by professional persons as the University will determine.
Any search must be carried out professionally. A search on a suspected
male violator shall be carried out by a male officer and a female violator
by a female officer.
The search shall be in a manner not to prejudice the rights of the
suspect.
3.3 Alcohol use at University Events
In a University function the organizers have the following responsibilities:
(a)
Obtain prior permission from the relevant authority about presence of
alcohol in the function.
(b)
Ensure that alcohol is not served wherever there are minors.
(c)
Ensure that normalcy is maintained by preventing abusive and unsafe
behaviour.
(d)
Ensure there is adequate security.
(e)
Identify and minimize harmful alcohol related cases.
(f)
Keep the event within the stipulated time.
(g)
Evaluate an event where problems occurred so as to avoid repetition of
similar situations in future.
3.4 Procedures in Case of Violation
A member of staff or student who is found to have violated the Workplace
Policy on Alcohol and Substance Abuse will be subject to disciplinary
measures, up to and including discontinuation/termination. The following
steps will be taken:
(i)
(ii)
Thorough investigation by the university management. The immediate
supervisor or Dean of Students would give a confidential report of the
drug problem and its impact on job or academic performance. The
university management will take appropriate action which may include
suspension/expulsion/dismissal/referral for treatment.
The drug abuser referred for treatment will undertake psychosocial
assessment to find out whether he/she will benefit from an outpatient
programme or an inpatient/ residential programme. If a client is
recommended for an inpatient programme, he/she will be referred to one
of the rehabilitation centres in the country. The client will be required to
produce evidence of completion of treatment from the recommended
rehabilitation centre.
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(iii) If after assessment it is found that the drug abuser will benefit from an
outpatient programme by university counsellors, a plan will be put in
place which will include treatment, counselling and rehabilitation.
(iv) Staff and students are expected to be committed to follow through the
treatment plan laid out for them.
(v) Upon completion of the outpatient programme, the client will be issued
with a certificate of completion as evidence that he/she is ready to
resume work/study. In addition, an aftercare plan will be drawn to help
the client maintain sobriety.
(vi) Involve a social worker/support groups as the problem might be
stemming from elsewhere or is a result of frustrations.
3.5
Sanctions
(a)
Any staff member or student found to violate drug and alcohol policy
will face disciplinary action including suspension, expulsion, dismissal,
or compulsory referral for treatment.
Any member of staff who violates the drug and alcohol abuse policy will
be required to undergo the rehabilitation programme to facilitate
continued employment or studies. A Certificate of completion of
rehabilitation programme will be required from a rehabilitated member
of staff before re-employment or resumption of studies in case of
students.
Kisii University will welcome any decision to seek help and this initiative
will not be used as a basis for disciplinary actions, provided this
decision occurs before the discovery of contraventions of the Drug and
Alcohol Policy.
(b)
(c)
4.0
PREVENTION AND INTERVENTION STRATEGIES
4.1
Prevention
The prevention strategies will include: seminars, workshops and issuance of
hand pamphlets, clubs etc. Kisii University recognizes drug and substance
abuse as a treatable condition and offers programmes and services for
University staff and students with drug addiction problems. They are
encouraged to seek assistance, as appropriate, from available Support
Programmes; Health Unit, and Counselling Department.
Intervention is a key element to maintaining a safe and healthy
workplace/institution of higher learning free of drug and substance abuse.
Intervention can either be voluntary or mandatory.
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Voluntary intervention is willingness by the affected individual to seek help or
to enter a rehabilitation programme for drug and substance abuse treatment.
Mandatory intervention occurs when there is reasonable evidence to indicate
that a person is abusing drugs or is not functioning effectively.
Such a person may be asked to submit to a treatment programme and if
he/she refuses, he/she will be subjected to disciplinary action, up to and
including termination/discontinuation. The goal of the Alcohol and Substance
Abuse counselling services is to help clients struggling with drug and
substance abuse to lead a drug free life and become productive members of
society. This will be done through intensive counselling and case management
by personnel that have specialized in the area of drug and substance abuse.
4.2
Interventions
(a)
Outpatient programme
Clients enrolled in this programme will attend weekly individual
counselling sessions for at least eight weeks. Such clients will be those
in the early or experimental stages of drug abuse. The psycho-social
assessment administered at any recognized Counselling Centre will help
to determine the right candidates for this programme.
(b)
Day treatment programme
The Day Treatment Programme will be more intensive than the typical
outpatient Drug Treatment Programme. Day Treatment clients will
spend most of the time in the intensive programme activities between
8.00 a.m. and 12 noon. This kind of programme will help the clients to
avoid expensive residential programmes which majority of them may
not afford. Clients in this programme are those in the advanced stages
of addiction.
(c)
Residential programme
This programme will be situated in the proposed Kisii University
Rehabilitation Centre. It will be intensive and highly structured, offering
the best drug and substance abuse rehabilitation services. Clients with
chronic addiction problems will be referred to this programme which
will take at least 30-90 days at a cost of Kshs. 30,000 per month. The
parents/guardians of the student clients shall meet the cost of
rehabilitation. Individual staff members will meet their own financial
implications for rehabilitation or make case-wise financial
arrangements with the Human Resource Division. Individuals from the
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surrounding community and the general public shall be bound to the
cost that shall be reviewed annually.
(d)
Treatment and rehabilitation programme
Employees with alcohol or drug abuse-related problems will not be
discriminated against and will access healthcare services similar to
employees with other similar problems. In addition, they will receive
similar benefits such as paid sick leave, annual leave, leave without pay
and healthcare insurance cover, in accordance with Kenyan Law and
Practice. Rehabilitated employees will be reintegrated into the normal
working system and helped to adapt to the prevailing working
conditions. Rehabilitated students will not be discriminated after
rehabilitation, but will rather be allowed/assisted during the aftercare
to complete their studies.
The University will coordinate assistance programmes for staff through
Employee Assistance Programmes (EAPs). Employees with Alcohol and
Substance Abuse problems will be treated as persons suffering from a
normal health problem and will be offered counselling, treatment and
rehabilitation alternatives before disciplinary action measures are
imposed. No staff member should, during working hours become
intoxicated, rendering himself/herself unwilling or incapable to properly
perform his/her duties. Such an action on the part of the employee
shall constitute gross misconduct and/or serious neglect and shall
justify dismissal subject to the normal disciplinary process.
4.3
Specific Interventions
4.3.1 Staff/Student Assistance (SSA)
This intervention will help members of staff/students struggling with drug
and substance abuse problems. Staff/students will be enrolled in any of the
above programmes but there will be separate sections for both groups and
individual therapy.
4.3.2 Family Education Class
Addiction, sadly, is a family disease. The purpose of this class will be to
educate the families of the recovering addicts about the disease of addiction.
Family members and guardians will be encouraged to attend classes once a
week, but with the client’s consent. Information obtained regarding a member
of staff or student participating in such programmes or services will be treated
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as confidential. There are other international organizations with specific
programmes dealing with alcoholics and narcotics such as AA and NA.
4.3.3 Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
This is an international organization/fellowship for recovering addicts. It
follows the Twelve Steps and Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous. The group
meets once a week to discuss issues on addiction especially relapse
prevention. In some cases, the AA meetings are held every day at lunch time
or in the morning between 7 a.m. and 8 a.m. The recovering addicts share
their experiences and encourage one another while holding each other
accountable. Since recovery is an on-going process, the recovering addicts do
not terminate the AA meetings. Clients who have been through other types of
treatment programmes will be encouraged to attend the AA meetings as part
of the aftercare plan.
4.3.4 Narcotics Anonymous (NA)
NA is an international organization similar to AA. NA meetings are aimed at
recovering narcotic addicts and the structure is the same as for AA
4.3.5 Support Activities
Kisii University shall be proactive in the prevention of alcohol and substance
Abuse among students, staff and the surrounding community. To address
this, the staff and students should work together in the implementation of the
policy. To achieve this, Kisii University shall:(i)
Conduct behaviour change through Information Education and
Communication (IEC), seminars, workshops and public lectures on
alcohol and substance abuse.
(ii)
Involve the community groups and individual in dissemination of
information on Alcohol and Substance Abuse.
(iii) Introduce a Drug and Substance Awareness week in the university
calendar.
(iv)
Encourage counselling through Peer Counsellors and University
Student Counsellors.
(v)
Involve Employee Assistance Programme, students and staff
respectively in fight against drug and substance abuse
(vi)
Encourage visits to drug based treatment centres and support systems
and groups such as NACADA, A.A. (Alcoholic anonymous),
Rehabilitation Centres and other related groups.
(vii) Provide a safe, healthy working and learning environment of staff and
students in high risk environment.
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(viii) Strengthen extra curricula activities to provide recreation for students
and staff to divert their attention from involving themselves into drug
and substance abuse and related irresponsible behaviour.
(ix)
Set up collaborative research and other linkages on drug and substance
abuse.
5.0
POLICY IMPLEMENTATION, MONITORING AND EVALUATION
5.1 Overview
The Kisii University Alcohol and Substance Abuse policy implementation
requires an integrated and effective monitoring and evaluation system with
appropriate and efficient feedback mechanisms build on the capacity to carry
out collaborative interventions against alcohol and substance abuse. This will
include awareness, prevention, treatment, rehabilitation and support.
5.1.1 Persons Responsible of Implementation
Kisii University Community has a responsibility to implement the Workplace
Policy on Alcohol and Substance Abuse of the University. A safe and
productive drug free workplace is achieved through shared responsibility and
co-operation between staff and management.
5.1.2 Staff/employee has responsibility to:(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
Be concerned about working in a safe environment,
Support fellow workers in seeking help,
Use the Employee Assistance Programme,
Make known undesirable Alcohol and Substance Abuse related
behaviour to their Head of Department/supervisor,
Not to stigmatize or discriminate against those undergoing
rehabilitation,
Avail him/herself for rehabilitation when identified
5.1.3 Heads of Departments/Sections have responsibility to:(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
(g)
Inform and educate employees on this policy on departmental level,
Observe employee change in performance,
Investigate and make known reports of dangerous practices arising
from Alcohol and Substance Abuse,
Refer clients to the Employee Assistance Programme,
Motivation/incentives plans for successfully rehabilitated officers in
accordance to collective responsibility,
Clearly communicate consequences of violating the policy
Keep records of employees confidential.
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5.1.4 Students have responsibility to:(a)
(b)
Adhere to Students’ discipline and conduct as governed by the
university rules stipulated in the students’ Handbook.
Obey the administrative and academic staff members of the University
who have the authority in areas of their jurisdiction or competence in
enforcing the rules and regulations.
5.2 Implementation Framework
The implementation of the Alcohol and Substance Abuse Policy requires a well
co-ordinated and guided institutional framework to translate goals, objectives
and strategies into action programmes at all levels of the University functions.
The implementation will, be operationalised through the existing University
institutional structures. The overall responsibility for the implementation of
this Alcohol and Substance Abuse Policy lies with the Vice-Chancellor on
behalf of the University Council. However, the responsibilities outlined in the
Policy shall be delegated according to structures of the University. The
proposed Anti-ADA Unit shall be responsible for coordinating, monitoring and
evaluating the implementation of the policy. The mandate of the proposed unit
shall constitute, but not limited to:
(a)
Co-ordinate implementation, evaluation and review of the policy
(b)
Enhancing research on Alcohol and Substance Abuse at the University
and other institutions at national level.
(c)
Promoting the integration of Alcohol and Substance Abuse studies in
University courses at Kisii University.
(d)
Advocating for Alcohol and Substance Abuse mainstreaming in
development and influence University policies.
(e)
Ensure knowledge and understanding of rules related to Alcohol and
Substance Abuse as well as structure and procedure for dealing with
them are known by all members of the University community.
(f)
Identifying Alcohol and Substance Abuse concerns, needs, priorities,
constraints and opportunities within the University on the promotion of
“Alcohol and Substance Abuse free work environment”
(g)
Carrying out prevention activities such as seminars, workshops and
issuance of hand pamphlets, clubs for awareness and dissemination of
Alcohol and Substance Abuse issues.
(h)
Linking with other institutions, organizations and government in the
fight against Alcohol and Substance Abuse.
(i)
Networking with other stakeholders to facilitate the fulfilment of the
policy vision.
(j)
Training of students, staff and the promotion of research on Alcohol and
Substance Abuse.
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(k)
Offering consultancy services in Alcohol and Substance Abuse issues.
5.3 Anti-ADA Committee
The proposed Anti-ADA Unit shall be run under the Deputy Vice-Chancellor
(Administration, Planning & Finance) by the Coordinator who will oversee the
day-to-day running of the Unit in accordance to the University procedures.
The Anti-ADA Unit Coordinator will be assisted by two Programme Officers
who will be in-charge of the Units’ Sub-sections. The entire unit will be run by
an Anti-ADA Committee which will be appointed by the University
Management Board.
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VICE CHANCELLOR
DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR
ADMIN, PLANNING & FIN.
ADA BOARD
COORDINATOR
Programme Officer
Rehabilitation
Programme Officer
Staff/Student Assistance
Programmes
Programme Assistant
Secretary
Clerk
Cleaner/Messenger
Fig. 5.0: The Anti-ADA Unit Structure
5.3.1 Membership of the Anti-ADA Committee
The Committee membership shall be comprised of representatives from the
key essential Departments of the University including (but not limited to),
Human Resource, Student Affairs, Medical, Counselling, Academic Affairs,
Halls, ICT and Director self sponsored programmes appointed by the Vice
Chancellor. Proposed individuals to the committee shall undergo thorough
vetting exercise by the University management Team before being appointed
as committee members. The Coordinator of the Anti-ADA Unit shall be the
Secretary of the Committee.
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5.3.2 Functions of the Anti-ADA Committee
The Anti-ADA committee shall operate to undertake the following duties but
not limited to:(a)
Oversee the overall implementation of the Alcohol and Substance Abuse
Policy.
(b)
Advocate for Alcohol and Substance Abuse issues in decision making at
all levels;
(c)
Give timely support and advice to the Anti-ADA Unit Coordinator, in
carrying out Alcohol and Substance Abuse implementation procedures.
(d)
Help in the mainstreaming of Alcohol and Substance Abuse issues
within the University structure.
(e)
Assist in budgeting of the allocation that will be given to the unit by the
University or through external sourcing to facilitate the implementation
of the Policy.
(f)
Deal with any policy non-conformities as well as policy violation.
5.4
Coordinator Anti-ADA Unit
5.4.1 Qualifications
(a)
Masters degree in Counselling, Social Work, Health Systems
Management, or related field from an accredited college or university.
(b)
Bachelors degree in Counselling, Social Work, Health Systems
Management, or related field from an accredited college or university.
(c)
Experience in handling persons recovering from Alcohol and Substance
Abuse.
(d)
5 years’ experience in providing direct clinical services including
chemical dependency work, crisis intervention, traumatic stress
intervention and short-term problem solving.
5.4.2 Duties and responsibilities
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
(g)
Provide and ensure quality Alcohol and Substance Abuse services to the
University staff and students
Ensure that Alcohol and Substance Abuse programmes are
mainstreamed in the core functions of the University’s strategic plan.
Provide and advocate for Alcohol and Substance Abuse services to
University staff and students at all levels.
Co-ordinate the implementation of the workplace Alcohol and
Substance Abuse Policy in the University workplaces.
Review Policy, strategy and guidelines on Alcohol and Substance Abuse
services.
Provide information necessary for planning and budgeting for Alcohol
and Substance Abuse programmes.
Co-ordinate the development of Alcohol and Substance Abuse
Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials.
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(h)
(i)
(j)
(k)
(l)
(m)
(n)
Identify Alcohol and Substance Abuse needs and develop appropriate
intervention programmes for University staff and students.
Identify training needs and facilitate capacity building for staff in the
university workplaces in liaison with other organizations.
Network with relevant organizations and individuals to enhance Alcohol
and Substance Abuse services.
Develop mechanisms for monitoring and evaluation of Alcohol and
Substance Abuse services.
Create awareness among the University staff and students on Alcohol
and Substance Abuse.
Promote partnership with Alcohol and Substance Abuse Service
providers across Institutions, development partners and stakeholders
Represent staff/students in disciplinary cases that are related to ADA
5.4.3 Tenure of Office
The Coordinator will be appointed to hold office for a term of three years
renewable once.
5.5 Programme Officer - Staff/Students Assistance Programmes
This job is responsible for applying counselling and chemical dependency
expertise when providing evaluation, referral, counselling, emergency, and
follow up services for employees and students of the University. This job will
function as a management consultant to all levels of the university
administration.
5.5.1 Qualifications
(a)
Relevant first degree or its equivalent in Counselling, Social Work,
Public Administration, Institutional management, or related field from
an accredited college or university.
(b)
2 plus years of experience providing Employee Assistance Program
(EAP) services.
(c)
Certification in professional addiction counselling will be an added
advantage.
5.5.2 Duties and Responsibilities
(a)
(b)
(c)
Develop and implement university employee assistance program (UEAP)
to provide assistance to employees, students and other entities
regarding various medical, mental or other personal matters; develops
specific prevention and treatment plans based on information provided.
Provide individual, couple/family counselling, case management, shortterm problem solving, and referral to community or other available
resources.
Consult with all levels of hospital staff on difficult employee situations
and responds to critical incidents with strategies and resources to
address personal and workplace problems.
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(d)
(e)
(f)
(g)
(h)
(i)
(j)
Provide crisis intervention and Critical Incident Stress Management
debriefings.
Provide supervisory consultations and support for work-related issues
to managers and appropriate human resources staff.
Monitor and review employer-related referrals through completion of
services and prepares written reports.
Provide employee and management orientations regarding EAP's role
and services.
Maintain current and complete records regarding client care including
treatment plans and consent to treatment.
Develop and implement psycho-educational programmes on a variety of
topics.
Performs other related job duties as assigned.
5.6. Programme Officer - Rehabilitation
The primary role of the rehabilitation Programme Officer is to work with the
medical
department,
interdisciplinary
management/staff,
Anti-ADA
Coordinator and occupational health services to maintain programme
excellence and accreditation through the development of a viable
interdisciplinary team/partnership. This is also through the development and
implementation of all rehabilitation programmes, working with operational
leadership team and medical specialists.
5.6.1 Qualifications
(a)
(b)
(c)
Relevant first degree or its equivalent in an allied health field, hospital
administration or business administration;
Minimum of five years management experience in an allied health field,
with acute rehabilitation centre experience preferred;
Certification in professional addiction counselling will be an added
advantage.
5.6.2 Duties and Responsibilities
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
Report directly to the director the results of treatment techniques used
within the program.
Supervise all treatment personnel; i.e., counselling staff and adjunct
therapy staff, including volunteers.
Supervise the development of all treatment plans and conduct a
monthly review of the status of all clients of the program.
Maintain the facility habitable standards for customer satisfaction and
strives to meet and exceed other goals.
Facilitate a strategic plan and vision for the facility that incorporates
the strategic goals of the program,.
Work with the operations leadership team, medical directors and
program teams to formulate a marketing plan to position facility as the
rehab centre of choice in the area; interacts with internal/external
customers and professional associations to gather input on this plan.
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(g)
(h)
(i)
(j)
(k)
(l)
(m)
(n)
(o)
(p)
(q)
(r)
Work with the operations leadership team to compile a program
evaluation report needed for regulatory/accreditation compliance.
Work with medical department and other departments to assure that all
policies and procedures are reviewed in a timely manner and are in
compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
Communicate financial, marketing and key strategic directions to team
to assure all staff, student and other clients receive the information
needed to be successful.
Facilitate the development of trusting relationships and partnerships
with physicians, payers, patients and co-workers, including a close
working relationship with medical department that includes them in
program and policy decisions.
Serve as coach, mentor and positive role model.
Hold self and other leaders accountable to the highest standards.
Transport patients between facilities as needed for work purposes.
Teaching clients coping mechanisms
Leading group therapy sessions
Providing updates and progress reports to courts
Referring clients to support groups
Perform other related job duties as assigned.
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Table 1: Implementation Matrix
Awareness and Prevention
Policy Statement
Conduct seminars, workshops and
public lectures on drug and
substance abuse
Activities
 The University shall integrate drug and
substance abuse issues in all public
addresses, workshops, official functions and
welfare gatherings.
 The University shall show films, conduct
dramas, music, arts and other competitions
during the annual ADA awareness week.


Involve community groups and
individuals in dissemination of
information e.g. faith based groups
and community leaders

Introduce a drug and substance
abuse awareness day/week in the
University calendar


Action
 Management, Anti-ADA
Unit, Dean’s & C.O.D.s




Management,
Anti-ADA Unit
Support groups
Anti-ADA Unit

VC



Management
Support groups
Anti-ADA Unit
The University shall set up a drug free 
campaign week (second week of the beginning 
of second semester).

Management
Support groups
Anti-ADA Unit
The University shall invite Role models and
success stories of those who have overcome
drug dependence problems to give talks
during ADA week
The University shall ensure provision of a
column in the University newsletter/journal.
Organising of quarterly outreach programmes
with community groups
Community leaders be invited to give
speeches during annual ADA week.
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-Encourage counselling through Peer 
counselling groups among staff and

their families and student
-Encourage abstinence

-Establish and maintain peer
counselling for staff to source and
disseminate information on drug and
substance abuse management
Recruit and train peer counsellors annually.
Form and support EAP, clubs and encourage
collaboration and networking.
Install pamphlets in strategic places e.g.
clubs, drinking areas, halls of residence,
library, lecture theatres among other.

Dean of Students

Anti-ADA Unit

Faculty Deans
Management areas
Encourage visit to high risk
environments

Create awareness on benefits and importance
of abstinence on the use of alcohol and
substance during ADA week.


Dean of Students
Anti-ADA Unit
Prevention of drug and substance
abuse Staff, Students in high risk
environments.

Organize for internal workshop for high risk 
departments such as transport, Estates, farm 
among others at least once a year.
Management
Anti-ADA Unit
Strengthen extra curricula activities
to provide recreation for students
and staff to divert attention from
drug and substance abuse.

Improve sports such as Gym, indoor games to
encourage students and staff to participate in
competitive and leisurely sports.



Initiate creative performance of drama 
activities on weekends and public holidays
Encourage Staff and Students to write at least 
2 proposals and research papers annually on 
alcohol and substance abuse related issues.

Games Department
Management
Dean of Students
Deans of Students

Set up collaborative research on 
drug and substance abuse.
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Management
Dean of Faculties
Dean of Students
Support and Treatment
Policy Statement
-Establish counselling services and
support systems to provide
guidelines on healthy living and
abstinence.
-Liaise with other organizations
Activities
 Encourage seminars on drug & substance
detoxification updates within the University
during the annual awareness workshop.
Action
 VC
 Dean of Students
 Anti-ADA Unit

Network at all times with other organizations
to initiate seminars on support and treatment
of the affected persons.


Dean of Students
Anti-ADA Unit
Provide and dispense quality and
affordable detoxification

Source for detoxification materials from
Nacada and other agencies
Promote and co-ordinate support
groups to encourage those who are
recovering from alcohol and
substance abuse

Train 5 counsellors to run support groups to
support those in recovery.
Initiate collaboration and networking between
groups focusing on support groups (e.g AA)




Anti-ADA Unit
Librarian
Anti-ADA Unit
Chief Medical Officer

Provision of Compassionate Care and Support to Those Recovering From Drug and Substance Abuse
The University to provide a
favourable working environment for
those recovering from drug and
substance abuse and have reduced
workload when needed

Anti-ADA Unit to provide conducive

environment for workers for instance care and 
support those affected. Introduction of outpatient counselling services within the first
year of inception.
Anti-ADA Unit
University Management
Recognize and institutionalize

welfare groups as means of
educating those involved in drug and
substance abuse
Identify and train leaders in welfare groups as 
counsellors during the annual ADA awareness 
workshop.
Anti-ADA Unit
Counselling
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Promote and facilitate support
groups and treatment for those
under drug influence

Expand support groups for ongoing treatment
of drug dependants.

Initiate collaboration and networking with
external donors through proposals.
Consider gender in support and
treatment services

Prevent relapse by supporting
therapies that aim to modify
behaviour




Initiate collaboration with institute of gender

studies with views of having gender balance in 
multidisciplinary treatment.



Initiate seminars with a view to sensitize
students and staff through skill development
i.e. social skills, assertiveness and stress
management as need be.
Anti-ADA Unit
Anti-ADA Unit
Directorate of Research
Anti-ADA Unit
Management
Dean of Students
Management
Anti-ADA Unit
Information, Education and Communication (IEC) Materials on Drug and Substance Abuse
Policy statement
The University shall support
production of Information,
Education and Communication (IEC)
materials on drug and substance
abuse.
Activities
 Facilitate development acquisition and
dissemination of IEC materials on drug
and substance abuse during ADA week.
Action
 VC
 Dean of Students
 Deans
 HODs
Drug and Substance Abuse Outreach Programmes
Encourage adoption of community
based programmes through outreach
and extension programmes.

Focus – group discussions with
communications
Train counsellors for community-based
programmes annually
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


Anti-ADA Unit
Dean of Students
Provincial Administration

Provide information on life skills, facilitate
visit of counsellors to community during
outreach.


Anti-ADA Unit
Dean of Students
Monitoring and Evaluation of Drug and Substance Abuse Policy Implementation
Policy statement
6.5.8.1
The University to integrate strategies
and mechanisms for monitoring and
evaluating the implementation of the
drug and substance abuse policy.
Ensure review of this policy
appropriately in order to address the
realities of drug and substance
abuse.
Activities
 The Establishment of Drug and Substance
Unit.
 To develop a monitoring and Evaluation
Frame Work that captures Drug and
Substance Abuse
 The University to Provide Adequate
Resources to make Monitoring and
Evaluation Successful
 Staff capacity building in ADA counselling,
care and treatment.
 The impact to be monitoring by evaluating
quality of programmes, responses to
interventions and efficiency of resource
utilization
 Review of Policy on Drug and Substance
Abuse on Register Basis every three years.
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Action
 VC
 Anti-ADA Unit
 Dean of Students
 Management



VC
Dean of Students
University
management
6.0
PARTNERSHIPS AND SUSTAINABILITY
The Anti-ADA Unit shall endeavour to establish and facilitate the development
of trusting relationships and partnerships with:(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
(g)
(h)
Physicians, payers, patients and co-workers, including a close working
relationship with medical department that includes them in program
and policy decisions.
Promote partnership with Alcohol and Substance Abuse Service
providers across Institutions, development partners and stakeholders.
National Campaign against Drug Abuse Authority (NACADA)
United Nations Office of Drug and Crime (UNODC)
County Governments,
National government departments such as the Kenya Bureau of
Standards and the Liquor Licensing Board,
Donor Agencies for research, awareness and campaign activities.
Any other organisations and individuals who have stake in Alcohol and
Substance Abuse issues/concerns.
To achieve sustainability:(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
7.0
This Policy provides for continuous research, monitoring and evaluation
for effective and efficient service delivery. This shall generate
information necessary for assessing the impact of Alcohol and
Substance Abuse services among the University students and
employees working in harmony with existing structures.
Anti-ADA Unit shall establish an institutionalised rehabilitation and
treatment centre that will also operate on commercial basis. This will
help in generating income to subsidise the running costs of Anti-ADA
Unit.
The Anti-ADA Unit will offer public consultancy at all levels of
governance as well as to the general public in accordance to standards.
Anti-ADA Unit will continue training personnel on addiction counselling
and shall create enabling environment for supervision of those
practicing to monitor performance.
The Anti-ADA Unit shall strife to mainstream Alcohol and Substance
Abuse curricula within the University academic programmes.
MONITORING AND EVALUATION FRAMEWORK (M&E)
The M&E framework for this policy has three objectives:
(a)
To ensure effective operations and accountability to all stakeholders.
(b)
To provide a strategic guidance for the Management towards improving
the Alcohol and Substance Abuse mainstreaming strategy.
(c)
To provide information for future planning of programmes related to
Alcohol and Substance Abuse.
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______________________________
Dr. Eng. Sebastian M. Mwarania, PhD.
CHAIRMAN, KISII UNIVERSITY COUNCIL
Date
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SELECTED REFERENCES
1.
ILO (1996), Management of alcohol and drug-related issues in the
workplace. An ILO code of practice, Geneva, International Office.
2.
Kisii University Strategic Plan 2007-2019
3.
Kisii University Annual Work plan 2013/2014
4.
Ministry of Agriculture (2009), Effects of Drug and Substance Abuse on
Food Security & Nutrition. Ministry of Agriculture, Kenya
5.
NACADA (2009), Guidelines for development of ADA Workplace
Policies, Nairobi.
6.
Occupational Safety Health Act, 2007
7.
Republic of Kenya (2012) Factories and other Places of Work Act
cap 514
8.
Republic of Kenya (2012) Public Service commission Act cap.185, 1985
Revised
9.
Republic of Kenya (2012), The employment Act cap 226
10.
Universities Act NO. 42 of 2012, Charter for Kisii University
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APPENDIX I:
KISII UNIVERSITY
ANTI-ADA UNIT CONSENT FORM
INFORMED CONSENT FOR ASSESSMENT AND TREATMENT
I ________________________________ID No. ____________understand that, as a
staff/student of Kisii University I am eligible to receive a range of defined
services offered at the University’s Anti-ADA Unit. The type and extent of
services I will receive, will be determined by a qualified professional following
an initial assessment and thorough discussion with me. The goal of the
assessment process is to determine the best course of treatment. Typically,
treatment is provided over the course of several weeks.
Confidentiality
I understand that all information shared with the therapist at KSU Anti-ADA
Unit is confidential and no information will be released without my consent.
In all other circumstances, consent to release information is given through
written authorization. Verbal consent for limited release of information may be
necessary in special circumstances. I further understand that there are
specific and limited exceptions to this confidentiality which include the
following:
a.
when there is risk of imminent danger to myself or to another person,
the therapist is ethically bound to take necessary steps to prevent such
danger;
b.
when there is suspicion that a child or elder is being sexually or
physically abused or is at risk of such abuse, the therapist is legally
required to take steps to protect the child or elder, and to inform the
proper authorities and
c.
when a valid court order is issued for medical records, the therapist and
the agency are bound by law to comply with such requests.
I understand that while psychotherapy may provide significant benefits, it
may also pose risks. Psychotherapy may elicit uncomfortable thoughts and
feelings, or may lead to the recall of troubling memories. If I have any
questions regarding this consent form or about the services offered at KSU
Anti-ADA Unit, I may discuss them with my therapist.
I have read and understood the above information. I consent to participate in
the evaluation and treatment offered to me by the University’s Anti-ADA Unit.
____________________________________
__________________________
Signature
Date
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