In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, Joining Hands Visitation has developed the following Drug Free Workplace Policy which covers the work-related effects of drug and alcohol use and the unlawful possession of controlled substances on agency premises.

The Washington State Initiate 502 (November, 2012) does not change the prohibition to use or be under the influence of marijuana while at work. Marijuana remains a drug listed on Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act and therefore illegal under federal law. Further, Initiate 502 does not impact the duty to accommodate medical marijuana. Any duty to accommodate remains subject to the provisions under the Washington State Medical Use of Marijuana Act (Chapter 69.51A).

In accordance with Section 4804 of the Federal Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1998, Joining Hands Visitation is designated as a “Drug Free Workplace.” In our mission to provide healthy and wholesome treatment environments and meaningful treatment opportunities to youth and their families, Joining Hands Visitation relies on its staff to model responsible use of legal medications and to maintain a zero tolerance attitude regarding illegal or improper drug and alcohol use.

The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession or use of a controlled substance is prohibited in all Joining Hands Visitation worksites. Worksite means any location where official Joining Hands Visitation business takes place.

If alcohol is served at official events in the community, staff is prohibited from consuming it in an amount which results in impairment. Any staff taking prescribed or over the counter medications must notify his/her supervisor if there are likelihood that such medications could affect job performance or the safety and well-being of employees, clients, and others in the workplace.