BBC Radio 5 live
BBC Radio 5 live
Employment
Employment
Employment
Wednesday 26th February 2020
Discover how Jason Baker's company supports recovering addicts in finding meaningful employment. Hear his inspiring journey on 'Hooked: The Unexpected Addicts'.
39 minutes
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Get the buttons here!Building Bridges: From Addiction to Employment
Turning up, I'm more on time than I've ever been in my life, ever been, ever been, and I love it and I think it as well, and I know you'll back me up on this, because I know how unreliable and unpredictable, untrustworthy I was in active addiction and recovery, and I make it my mission to be all the things that I could never have been in active addiction.
Picture this: you've fought through the storm of addiction and emerged on the other side, only to find the next hurdle is re-entering the workforce. This episode of 'Hooked: The Unexpected Addicts' dives deep into this very challenge. Hosts Melissa Rice and Jade Wye sit down with Jason Baker, a man who has not only battled addiction himself but has also founded a company aimed at helping others do the same by finding meaningful employment.
Jason shares his raw and inspiring journey, highlighting the hurdles he faced when trying to re-enter the job market after his recovery. He talks about how employment can provide a sense of purpose and community for those in recovery, acting as a vital part of their healing process. But it’s not all smooth sailing. Jason also discusses the stigma and misconceptions that recovering addicts often face in the workplace.
He points out that many employers are hesitant to hire individuals in recovery, fearing unreliability or relapse. Yet, Jason flips this narrative by showing how those who have overcome addiction are often more reliable and hardworking than their peers. He shares heartwarming stories of success, where support and understanding from employers have transformed lives. Melissa and Jade add their own experiences to the conversation, shedding light on the shame and stigma they faced while trying to rebuild their lives post-addiction.
They emphasize the importance of community and support systems in making this transition smoother. This episode is a beacon of hope for anyone struggling with similar issues, offering practical advice and emotional support. Whether you’re in recovery yourself, know someone who is, or are simply curious about the intersection of addiction and employment, this episode provides valuable insights and inspiration.