EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

The State of Minnesota offers an assistance program for employees. The program provides cost-free,
confidential, professional assistance to employees and their families to resolve personal problems such as
troubled relationships, legal problems, chemical abuse, financial worries, parenting issues, health concerns,
death of a loved one, or a personal career struggle. Counseling can help employees and/or their family members
overcome life's obstacles faster and more successfully.

The program primarily consists of an assessment, short-term counseling, and referral service. There are
contracted providers throughout the State of Minnesota. The provider in the Bemidji Area is:
Wildgen, Wilimek and Associates
218-751-0887

Contact person: Dr. Jay Wilimek
For a complete list of providers or more information concerning the program, contact the Human Resources
Office, Deputy 350, 755-3966.