Why Do I Need a Substance Abuse Professional?

If you have recently failed a mandatory Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and/or alcohol screening, you are probably wondering, “what happens next?” The DOT takes safety seriously, but also values the health and wellness of mandated employees. During the time that you are removed from duty, you will have to make an appointment with a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP). It is upon your visit with your SAP that you will be evaluated, be recommended to undergo education and/or treatment for your alcohol/drug misuse and be given clearance to take another drug and/or alcohol test.

Follow Your Substance Abuse Professional’s Steps

Step one of the SAP (Substance Abuse Professional) program is an initial evaluation. Based on the initial evaluation, your SAP counselor will make recommendations for treatment and/or education. For example treatment might include counseling sessions about responsible alcohol consumption, Intensive Outpatient Treatment or Inpatient Rehabilitation depending on their evaluation during your initial visit. During your treatment process, you will check back in with your SAP counselor.

Once you have completed the recommended education and/or treatment, you will have a final face-to-face evaluation. Based on the results of the final evaluation, you may then be cleared to drug/alcohol screening for consideration for return to duty. Please note that the SAP is the only person who can recommend a return to duty test.

Need Help Finding a Substance Abuse Professional, Call SRS!

If this process seems very overwhelming don’t worry – SRS can help! The professionals at SAP Referral Services have worked with DOT’s nationally, as well as at the state level, to help applicant/employees find a SAP close to them, determine course of treatment and get them back to work fast.

We have a thorough understanding of the DOT’s rules and regulations regarding drug and alcohol use. If you decide to enroll in the Fast Track Enrollment Program we can put you in touch with a qualified, DOT SAP in your area who will guide you through the necessary treatment steps to have you ready to return to work.

If you have recently failed a DOT screening, don’t worry. Contact the professionals at SRS to get you in contact with a Substance Abuse Professional near you. Also ask about FastTrack Enrollment services in your area, to get you back to work fast.

SAP Referral Services (SRS) is the leading facilitator for mandated substance abuse evaluations. SRS maintains an extensive network of qualified providers in more than 3,000 locations nationwide for testing violations that originate from any of the DOT’s modes including FMCSA, FAA, FRA, FTA, USCG and PHMSA, or a company’s internal drug and alcohol testing policy.