Billy and Jason
Billy and Jason
97: So, You Want to Work in Treatment (Sort Of)
97: So, You Want to Work in Treatment (Sort Of)
97: So, You Want to Work in Treatment (Sort Of)
Sunday 22nd August 2021
Explore the challenges and rewards of working in the treatment industry with Billy, Jason, and Basile on 'Recovery (Sort Of) - The Podcast'.
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Billy and Jason
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Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery from Trauma
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Navigating Careers in Recovery: Insights from the Treatment Field
I think more and more people in recovery are finding their way into this field. I think we do make good helpers and the peer movement has involved us even more and made it more accessible for people to get into.
Ever thought about turning your recovery journey into a career? In this episode of 'Recovery (Sort Of) - The Podcast', hosts Billy and Jason are joined by Basile to chat about the ins and outs of working in the treatment industry. They dive into the strong desire many in recovery have to help others find the same freedom, but also highlight the struggles that come with it. From low pay to ethical concerns, they leave no stone unturned.
Basile shares his experiences, including the controversial practice of incentivizing clients to attend treatment. The trio discusses the fine line between service and work, and whether it's possible to merge professional and personal recovery lives without losing balance. They also touch on how to handle judgment from those who may not agree with different recovery approaches.
If you're curious about a career in this field or just want to understand its challenges, this episode offers a candid and informative look at what it takes to stay true to your recovery principles while helping others.