IncidentA team member, the employee relations specialist, receives a phone call from an employee. She reports having just concluded a long conversation with a friend and colleague, a part-time employee, who revealed to her that she was a victim of domestic violence. To her surprise, she learned that the woman's husband had been abusing her since their first child was born. He is careful to only hurt her in ways that leave no visible marks, and she is sure that no one would ever believe his word against hers. The family assets, including "her" car, are all in her name, and her part-time salary would not be enough for her and her children to live on. Furthermore, he threatened to kill her if she ever left him or revealed the truth. After speaking with the employee, the coworker agreed to let the situation be reported to the workplace violence team. Response The employee relations specialist agreed to meet with both employees immediately. The battered woman asked to bring her friend with her and, at the suggestion of the employee relations specialist, gave her permission to explain the situation to the supervisor of the two employees. After carefully and supportively interviewing her for background information, she asked other team members, the director of safety, and the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) consultant, to join her in analyzing the situation. Then met with the victimized employee, her friend (at her request), and her supervisor to report on the team's recommendations. The Employee Assistance Program counselor arranged a meeting with another counselor, who had an open appointment that same day, for the woman victim of violence. for advice and referral to community agencies that may be able to help you. The consultant directed her to an apartment... halfway through the paper... included. The children see a child psychologist, recommended by the Employee Assistance Program counselor, to help them make sense of an upsetting situation, and she attends a support group for battered women. Her friend from her former office helped her with encouragement, support, and tips on how to handle the stress of single parenthood. Questions for the Agency Planning Group1. Are your team members knowledgeable about domestic violence?2. What do you think of the role of the friend? How would you encourage agency employees to support colleagues in these types of situations?3. Does your agency have access to career transition services to help in these types of situations?4. The planning team has identified someone knowledgeable about restraining/protective orders to discuss with the employee the pros and cons of obtaining one??