Recruiting people recovering from drug and alcohol misuse
Published 30 July 2020
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Recruiting somebody recovering from drug and alcohol misuse can result in a loyal, motivated and reliable employee who can often provide a fresh perspective to your business.
Actions to consider
If you’re thinking about recruiting somebody in recovery, you should:
- promote a culture of understanding about drug and alcohol misuse in your workplace
- introduce a regular work pattern for those in recovery where possible – this helps employees to maintain their routine
- have a clear drug and alcohol policy in place so all employees know what is expected of them
Jobcentre support
Jobcentre Plus has a range of recruitment services that can help employers support those in recovery with moving into work:
More information
- Business in the Community drugs, alcohol and tobacco toolkit for employers
- Collective Voice provide advice and support to employers and individuals
- Disability Confident provides advice on recruiting high quality staff from the widest possible pool of talent