In this episode, JoDee and Susan talk to Holly Homan and Erin Mooney about substance abuse in the workplace.

Topics include:

Erin's journey in recovery
What employers and leaders should understand about people in recovery
Common signs and symptoms of substance use disorders
How to approach substance use concerns with empathy
How organizations can provide pathways for employees to get help
Why it's important to have a trusted first provider and a clear plan
Whether it's legal for HR to require an employee to complete a substance use evaluation or assessment

In this episode's listener question, we're asked about questions to flush out transparency in candidates. In the news, research suggests that mothers leave the workforce not because of declining ambition but because of how work is structured.

Full show notes and links are available here: https://getjoypowered.com/show-notes-episode-245-supporting-employees-through-substance-use-challenges/

A transcript of the episode can be found here: https://getjoypowered.com/transcript-episode-245-supporting-employees-through-substance-use-challenges/

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