Clinical Scorecard: RecoveryWorks: Enhancing Recovery Capital Through Vocational Support Services

At a Glance

Key Highlights

• RecoveryWorks emphasizes career development over rapid job placement.
• The program links individuals in recovery to community resources to enhance recovery capital.
• Five interdependent service components: mentorship, career coaching, self-regulatory skills training, peer support, and Recovery Celebration Events.
• Employment in recovery is associated with reduced absenteeism and increased economic benefits.
• Community cohesion and empowerment are expected outcomes of the program.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

• Assess employment readiness and barriers to work among individuals in recovery.

Management

• Implement RecoveryWorks components to support career adaptability and recovery processes.

Monitoring & Follow-up

• Evaluate progress in career development and personal recovery capital over time.

Risks

• Address potential stigma and discrimination in workplace settings.

Patient & Prescribing Data

Individuals in recovery from substance use disorders seeking vocational support.

Longitudinal support through mentorship and career coaching enhances sustained recovery.

Clinical Best Practices

• Embed vocational support within a recovery-oriented care framework.
• Facilitate access to community resources to enhance recovery capital.
• Utilize peer support to foster social connections and reduce stigma.

References

• RecoveryWorks Program Overview