If I’m In Treatment, Will I Lose My Job?

Are you employed and in need of recovery for substance abuse? Substance abuse can cause an increase in tardiness, absenteeism, errors, and lower productivity. This in turn, can cause you job jeopardy. If you are contemplatng entering rehabilitation and concerned about losing your job, this handbook can help you navigate the process. Empower yourself to get the help that you need and still maintain your job.

Do you feel that your substance abuse is causing lower productivity, an increase in tardiness and absenteeism, and putting you at job jeopardy? Navigating around entering treatment while still employed can feel like a challenge. This handbook can be utilized as a comprehensive guide to help you start. It is meant to serve as a self- directed process, which will enable you to learn about your rights as an employed individual who is in need of recovery. Picking up this handbook means that you have acknowledged the need for help. This handbook will serve as an introduction to the laws which can help you maintain your job while in treatment. Take the steps you need to protect yourself and start your path to new beginnings.

Lisa Jonsson graduated with a Master's of Science from California State University, Northridge. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with an extensive background in substance abuse intervention and treatment, including trauma, grief and loss. She worked as a Human Resources Professional where her experiences with employees, led her to this work. Lisa has over 20 years of combined clinical and Human Resources experience. Lisa has a private practice in Los Angeles and works with Employee Assistance Programs, collaborates with management, Human Resources, as well as, addresses work/life balance, and substance abuse issues.