Foundations of Substance Use and Harm Reduction Series

Workshops

Instructors: Sarah DeJesus, Berkshire Harm Reduction Program Manager and Pam Cooley McCann, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (interpreter services available for all sessions).                                                                       * This project is funded 100% with Federal National Dislocated Worker Grant Funds from USDOL. The total Federal funding for this project is $1,044,722.00.*

Recovery Ready Workplace

Panel Discussion

Feb. 10, 2025, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., St James Place
Feb. 11, 2025, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m., Berkshire innovation Center

  • This free training will provide employers the opportunity to learn about addiction. Employers are uniquely positioned to address substance use disorders, benefiting employees, businesses and the broader community. Join us as our instructors provide strategies on how to reduce stigma, support recovery and foster healthier workplaces. 

Benefits to the employer include:

  • Increased employee retention and fewer absences
  • Healthier and safer work environment
  • Improve productivity, employee loyalty, and morale
  • Non-judgmental and non-punitive strategies for addressing addiction in the workplace
  • Lower healthcare costs
  • Improve communication and leadership satisfaction
  • Enhance community reputation as a supportive yet accountable organization 

Who should attend:

  • Health Care providers
  • Mental Health professionals
  • Social workers
  • Educators
  • Youth counselors
  • Community leaders
  • Employment service providers
  • Public safety employees
  • Peer recovery coaches
  • Anyone passionate about addressing substance use and its stigmas

Contact Us

workforce@berkshirecc.edu
413-236-2115

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