Recovery Ready Workplace Series: How Do I Create A Recovery Ready Workplace?

The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast

In this installment of the Recovery Ready Workplace Series, we delve into the critical topic of creating a recovery-ready workplace that supports individuals in their journey of substance use recovery. Substance use issues can significantly impact employees and their ability to perform at their best. As organizations strive to promote a culture of inclusivity and well-being, it is essential to establish a workplace that fosters support, understanding, and resources for those in recovery.

Join us as we explore strategies, best practices, and insights on building a recovery-ready workplace that empowers employees on their path to substance use recovery.

Key discussion points in this episode include:

Understanding The Stages of Substance Abuse Disorder: It can be helpful to understand how alcoholism might show up in its various stages. In understanding the stages, we can understand how substance use might show up in a workplace.

Creating a Recovery-Supportive Culture: A recovery-ready workplace begins with a culture of empathy, understanding, and support. We explore strategies for creating an environment that encourages open communication, destigmatizes substance use recovery, and promotes well-being.

Hosting Healthy Recovery Events: When hosting work events, there are specific details that can make an immense difference in how likely an employees might start down the road to recovery.

By embracing the principles of empathy, support, and education, organizations can create recovery-ready workplaces that provide a safe and understanding space for employees on their journey of substance use recovery. Join us as we explore the strategies and considerations for building workplaces that promote recovery, well-being, and long-term success.

Episode Resources

• Lionrock Recovery | lionrockrecovery.com
• Lionrock Health | lionrockhealth.com

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