Molly Sage is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York State. She received her Master’s Degree in Counselor Education from CUNY Queens College and her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from SUNY New Paltz. She has worked for Local 28 as the Members Assistance Program (MAP) Counselor for three years. Prior to joining the Local 28 MAP, she had experience working at an outpatient substance abuse treatment center and an inpatient psychiatric center. She has worked to help individuals cope with and overcome, a wide range of issues, including anxiety, stress, depression, communication, substance use, and self-esteem. She takes on an eclectic approach to counseling, utilizing various theories and techniques, to ensure that each member has their specific needs met to assist them in being successful in meeting their apprentice school training and on-the-job performance responsibilities.

​Santiago Idlet joined Local 28 as a sheet metal worker in 1986, beginning his 34 year career that has led him to not only understand the hard work and dedication needed in this trade, but the importance of advocacy and support in order to be successful. During this time, Santiago became involved as the Brooklyn representative of the political action league, working with the Union and politicians to make construction work fair and safe. This advocacy would become a passion, furthering his need to remain involved. He has volunteered for the Union’s picnics and is a certified shop steward as well as a member of the Exit Committee. His decades of working alongside his brothers and sisters of Local 28 has shown him firsthand the urgent need for assistance and support with both addiction and mental health issues.  Often, the stress that goes along with the job and/or home has many turning to drug and alcohol use/abuse. Santiago’s open, friendly, and compassionate nature lets co-workers know that they can share with him, on a personal level, anything about their lives. With decades of experience working in two important parts of Local 28, physical construction and advocating through leadership and delegation, Santiago knew the next step, and in 2020, he took it.  This year, Santiago attended the SMART MAP training program, which is now affording him the opportunity to be a part of the Local 28 Peer to Peer program, supporting our members and their families as they take steps towards change. Santiago believes in the strength of the Union, the MAP program, and what they have to offer for all members and their families.