Nate and Tommy
Nate and Tommy
Wellness in the Workplace: Addressing Addiction, Mental Health, and Recovery in a Professional Environment
Wellness in the Workplace: Addressing Addiction, Mental Health, and Recovery in a Professional Environment
Wellness in the Workplace: Addressing Addiction, Mental Health, and Recovery in a Professional Environment
Friday 12th July 2024
Explore how to support addiction recovery and mental health in the workplace with insights from HR expert Jaime Murphy and personal stories from Zach.
50 minutes
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About this podcast
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Nate and Tommy
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Employers can support recovery by understanding health plans and employee assistance programmes.
- Creating a supportive workplace culture is key to employee wellbeing.
- Providing tools like Narcan can help manage potential overdoses.
- Second chances in employment can lead to loyal and dedicated employees.
- HR professionals play a crucial role in balancing business needs with employee wellbeing.
HR people are sort of the social workers of the business world.
Ever wondered how to balance work and recovery? This episode of Bare Knuckle Recovery tackles the challenging question of managing addiction and mental health in the workplace. Hosts Nate and Tommy are joined by Jaime Murphy and Zach, who share their unique perspectives on wellness in a professional environment. Jaime, with her extensive background in human resources, sheds light on how employers can support their employees’ recovery journeys without breaking the bank.
She discusses the importance of understanding health plans, employee assistance programmes, and creating a supportive workplace culture. Zach, a familiar face to regular listeners, adds his personal experiences of recovery and employment, highlighting the value of second chances. He emphasises how crucial it is for employers to be aware of local resources and to provide necessary tools like Narcan to handle potential overdoses.
The conversation touches on the evolving role of HR professionals as they navigate the delicate balance between business needs and employee wellbeing. This episode is packed with practical advice for both employers and employees. From understanding insurance plans to creating a psychologically safe workplace, the insights shared are invaluable. Whether you're an employer looking to support your team better or someone in recovery seeking to balance work and treatment, this episode offers plenty of food for thought.
Don't miss out on this engaging discussion that blends personal stories with actionable advice. Tune in to learn how small changes in the workplace can make a big difference in supporting recovery and mental health.