Certified Prevention Specialist CPS Practice Exam

Which method is an example of the strategy Problem Identification and Referral?

1. Employee Assistance Programs

2. Resource Directories

3. Clearinghouse and other information resource centers

4. Mentoring Programs

The correct answer is: Employee Assistance Programs

The concept of Problem Identification and Referral focuses on the systematic identification of individuals facing specific problems, followed by connecting them with appropriate resources and interventions. Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) exemplify this strategy as they are designed to assist employees in identifying their personal or workplace issues, including stress, substance abuse, mental health concerns, and family problems. EAPs provide confidential assessments, short-term counseling, and referrals to professional services tailored to the employee’s needs. Their proactive approach aids in both problem identification and the subsequent referral to specialized treatment resources. In contrast, the other options represent resources and services that, while beneficial, do not explicitly focus on identifying individual problems or making direct referrals for assistance. Resource Directories offer lists of available services but do not engage in the process of identifying problems. Clearinghouses primarily serve as information centers without directly providing referral services. Mentoring Programs focus more on guidance and personal development rather than the identification and referral process that EAPs provide.