Integrating Employment Services with Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery: The Experiences of Five Programs

Largely due to the opioid crisis, the federal government has increased its focus on and funding for programs that address both treatment and employment outcomes for people with substance use disorder (SUD). Programs that combine employment services with SUD treatment or recovery efforts aim to achieve the dual goals of sustaining recovery and improving economic well-being. This report documents five programs that combine SUD treatment and recovery services with employment services. It also offers recommendations for those already implementing similar programs or interested in developing them.

Record Type: 
Report
Publication Date: 
October, 2022
Date: 
October 2022
Source: 
Partner Resources
Topics/Subtopics: 
  • Employment
  • Education and Training
  • Supportive Services
    • Health/Behavioral Health Referrals and Supports
  • Special Populations