Ultimately, winning the painful and exhausting battle through detox and rehabilitation is the first step toward regaining control of your happy, healthy life. However, for many men and women who have recovered from their drug addiction or alcoholism, one problem can remain: finding a suitable job that can provide a solid income. At one point in your life, a man may have held a decent title as a manager, but, once he allowed drugs to take over his life, his responsibilities quickly began to falter. Needless to say, obtaining a job is also not very easy when a potential employer reads that you have been detained by the law (for drug-related crimes) or have countless misdemeanors on your record. Typically, these are massive red flags for a potential boss. So, what are you supposed to do? According to the new website Retrofit Careers, careers are only one step away. Let’s take a closer look at some new opportunities for recovering addicts to find jobs.
Down in the Dumps
Overall, the process of finding a career in the United States can be a difficult (seemingly impossible) task for a person who is recovering from drug addiction, alcoholism, or a form of substance abuse. In fact, research indicates that 9% of former abusers and addicts are unemployed, which is 2 times greater than the total rate of unemployment in our country. Ultimately, some factors behind this problem include long periods without work (due to substance use) and (in the worst-case scenario) criminal records. However, keep in mind that these factors do not necessarily indicate that these people cannot perform well in a job.
A Chance at Work
Nowadays, however, drug addicts and alcoholics might have a better shot at landing their dream jobs thanks to the efforts of Retrofit Careers. Founded by Doug Kiker and Dan Schmalen, this company seeks to hire people who are making an attempt to heal, inspired by Kiker’s past struggle with alcohol. Although asking employers to post jobs specifically for people in recovery might seem like a long shot, there is hope on the horizon. According to reports, more job seekers are looking for people who are making this valuable step in their lives.
Always remember that alcohol and drugs do not have control over your life. You do. Are you suffering from a substance use disorder or a severe form of addiction? Do you have a friend or family member suffering from one or more of these debilitating illnesses? If you do, get in touch with Asana Recovery today. Our counselors and healthcare experts are ready to walk you through every step of the detox and withdrawal process and rehabilitation and guide you towards living a happier, healthier, and freer lifestyle. While the road to recovery might not be an easy road to travel, we promise to help you every step of the way. Take the first step to stay fit, healthy, and safe.
The time for you to take back control of your life is now. If you are interested in one of our residential treatment or supervised detoxification/withdrawal programs, we are ready and waiting to speak with you at your disclosure. Call Asana now at (949) 438-4504 to learn how to overcome your alcohol abuse, drug abuse, or addiction troubles today.
