Tuesday, May 7th, 2024
8:30 am – 11:30 am
In person at the American Job Center
200 Monroe Ave, Suite 1
Frederick MD 21701

Free to Attend!

Frederick County Workforce Services in partnership with The LHIP Mental Health Workgroup of the Coalition for a Healthier Frederick County presents:

RECOVERY IS GOOD BUSINESS! 

Improving mental health and supporting those with substance use disorders are key to a healthier workplace. About 16.2 million workers face serious mental health challenges, and 20.3 million people deal with substance use issues, with most of them working. These issues can lead to financial losses for companies due to increased healthcare expenses and greater absenteeism. By helping employees with these issues, companies can save money and have happier, more productive teams.

Join our interactive workshop to transform your workplace into a recovery-friendly environment! Discover the essentials of hiring and supporting staff navigating mental health and substance use recovery.

Dive into key topics:

• Business Analysis: Your organization’s recovery-friendly workplace assessment score & estimated yearly Mental Health and SUD costs.

• Awareness & Education: Anti-Stima in the Workplace from On Our Own of Maryland, and Narcan training from Frederick County Health Department

• Recovery Resources: Recovery is Good Business resource guide & confidential Peer to Peer support for your employees

• Recovery Friendly Workplace Toolkit: Sample employee surveys, business statements, business policies, and ready-to-display posters

Empower your business with strategies for cost savings and foster a supportive, inclusive culture!

All participants will earn a Recovery is Good Business Partner certificate.

Rate on a scale of 1-5, 1 being: I do not agree, and 5 being: I strongly agree.

 

1. Our business provides education and training on mental health and substance use disorder awareness to HR staff, managers, and supervisors to better support all employees.

2. Our business ensures all employees have access to education and training on mental health and substance use disorders, promoting a supportive and informed workplace environment.

3. Our business fosters a non-stigmatizing culture that respects and supports individuals dealing with mental health issues and substance use disorders alike.

4. Our business has comprehensive policies and procedures that effectively address mental health crises and substance use challenges in the workplace.

5. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is equipped to offer robust support for both mental health concerns and substance use disorders, providing employees with the help they need.

6. Our human resources team actively reviews and updates our workplace policies and procedures to enhance our support for a recovery-friendly environment, addressing both mental health and substance use recovery.

7. Our business has established a policy that ensures a supportive and non-punitive return to work for employees receiving treatment for mental health issues or substance use disorders.

8. We accommodate flexible time-off requests for employees to participate in recovery support activities and events, recognizing the importance of ongoing support for both mental health and substance use recovery.

9. Our business keeps a current list of local resources for prevention, treatment, and recovery support related to both mental health and substance use disorders, making it readily available to all employees.

10. Through internal initiatives or external partnerships, our business offers peer recovery support services that address both mental health and substance use recovery needs.

11. We have designated staff members responsible for organizing recovery-supportive programming, social events, and activities that cater to the needs of employees managing mental health and substance use recovery.

12. Our business is an active member of or engages with associations that focus on behavioral health, covering a broad spectrum of topics including mental health, substance use disorders, and trauma-informed care.

13. We have implemented formal workplace protections for employees who identify as being in recovery or living with a behavioral health disorder, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for everyone.