Poster 46 - The Influence of Workplace Characteristics on Employment Outcomes Among Individuals in Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Recovery: A Scoping Review
Monday, April 27, 2026
1:15 PM - 1:45 PM MDT
Location: Screen 14, Exhibit Hall Poster Pavilion
This session explores how workplace characteristics influence employment outcomes for individuals in recovery from substance use disorders. Attendees will gain evidence-based insights from a scoping review of industries including healthcare, construction, and retail, with a focus on reducing stigma and enhancing recovery-supportive environments. Framed by the Workplace-Supported Recovery model, findings highlight the importance of empathetic leadership, peer support, and inclusive workplace policies. Participants will leave with practical guidance to inform recovery-friendly practices that align with the Total Worker Health® approach.
Learning Objectives:
Identify key workplace characteristics, including both supports and hazards, that influence employment outcomes for individuals in recovery from substance use disorders.
Analyze how workplace-supported recovery practices such as empathetic supervision, peer support, and stigma reduction can be implemented across industries to promote long-term employee retention and well-being.
Formulate evidence-informed strategies for integrating recovery-friendly policies and programs into organizational practices to improve outcomes for both workers and clients.
Assistant Director of Programs and Partnerships Health Links® (Center for Health, Work & Environment - Colorado School of Public Health) Aurora, Colorado
