EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAP FOR DOT in Daly City-CA

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAP FOR DOT South Carolina

Substance abuse professional (SAP) is a person who is authorized to assess the employee who has violated DOT drug rules and regulations. SAP for DOT is also responsible for prescribing the correct knowledge, treatment, post-treatment routine to the employee.

Role of SAP for DOT

Based on the decision of SAP, the employer decides whether the employee can be given the permission to handle the vehicle or not. The employee who has violated the laws cannot be permitted to drive the school bus, train or car. As a SAP for DOT, making correct evaluation is important for public interest and safety.

What is the return-to-duty process for the employee?

Department of Transportation has listed out certain guidelines related to drugs and alcohol especially for the driver to ensure safety of the public. If the employee has violated the rules and wants to return back to the work, then he has to successfully clear the assessments and treatment given by the SAP:

A face to face assessment of the employee is done with the SAP for DOT. The professional can ask the questions and understand the psychology behind the violation of regulation.
After a discussion, the SAP guides the employee about the side-effects of the drugs and explains the treatment procedure in detail.
The recommendations given by the SAP are sent to the employer. This is important for the employer to be updated with the status of the treatment.
SAP keeps a check on the progress of the plan that is chalked out for the employee.
When everything goes according to plan, the SAP for DOT again conducts a face to face assessment with the person. If everything is successful and verified, the report will be sent to the employer. In this way the person gets the return-to-duty order.

If a person working in your company is complying with DOT, then you may take the assistance from the AACS, Atlanta for evaluation and assessment from best counselors and professionals.

Information Source:

SAMHSA | Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

U.S. Department of Transportation

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration | U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

About the Author

Jacques Khorozian,

Ph.D., LPC, NBCC, MAC, SAP, CCS

Jacques Khorozian, Ph.D., LPC, MAC, SAP, CCS, is an experienced behavioral health professional with over 30 years of work in the criminal justice system, specializing in mental health and substance use disorder treatment. He serves as Chief Executive Officer of American Alternative Court Services (AACS) in Atlanta, where he conducts diagnostic and biopsychosocial assessments and develops treatment and diversion programs.

He collaborates with justice system stakeholders to improve access to behavioral health services and alternative sentencing solutions. Dr. Khorozian previously worked as a Behavioral Health Social Worker with the Fulton County Public Defender's Office, where he assessed client needs and coordinated services.

He also held a leadership role as Division Chief with the San Francisco Superior Court, managing operations and contributing to strategic initiatives. He holds a Ph.D. in Positive Psychology, a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology.

His professional memberships include the American Counseling Association (ACA), the American Positive Psychology Association (AMPPA), the Licensed Professional Counselors Association of Georgia (LPCA), the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC), and the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Certification Board of Georgia (ADACBGA).

Dr. Khorozian has advanced certifications as a Certified Clinical Supervisor, Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), Family Violence Intervention Specialist, and DUI Evaluator. He is recognized for his expertise in counseling techniques, assessment, diagnosis, and culturally responsive care. His work focuses on improving population health outcomes through evidence-based behavioral health programs.