Episode 159 - Eric Kreitz on Helping Organizations Reintegrate Those in Recovery
Episode 159 - Eric Kreitz on Helping Organizations Reintegrate Those in Recovery

Recovery Is Possible

Eric Kreitz discusses how organisations can support employees returning from addiction treatment, focusing on reintegration and creating a supportive environment.

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Recovery Is Possible

Michael Van Meter

Michael has seen first-hand the devastating effects of addiction on the public, his profession, and himself. Michael began his career as a helicopter pilot in the U.S. Navy. After eight years, he became a Corrections Officer, Washington DC Police Officer, and then FBI Agent. In 2010, Michael became an instructor at the FBI Academy. In 2013, he created a course titled “Leading At-Risk Employees” geared toward Police Executives to help them understand alcoholism, prescription drug abuse, PTSD, suicide, and domestic violence as it relates to policies and procedures for their agencies worldwide. In 2019, Michael retired from the FBI but his passion for helping others continued. In August 2022, he graduated with a Master’s in Addiction Counseling: Integrated Recovery for Co-Occurring Disorders from the Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School of Addiction Studies. He currently works full-time as a Behavioral Health Therapist at a large nonprofit hospital. Pulling from his personal and professional experience, Michael shares his thoughts on this sensitive, complex, and controversial subject.

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Reintegrating Employees in Recovery: Insights from Eric Kreitz

Episode Overview

Importance of supporting employees post-treatment.
Closing the gap of awkwardness in the workplace.
Creating a supportive environment for all involved.
Practical tools for effective reintegration.
Personal insights on addiction and recovery.

“The opposite of addiction isn't necessarily sobriety, it's connection”

Ever wondered how organisations can better support employees returning to work after addiction treatment? In this episode of 'Recovery Is Possible', host Michael Van Meter chats with Eric Kreitz, a leadership coach from Renovium Leadership, about this often overlooked aspect of recovery. Eric shares his unique approach to reintegration coaching, focusing on closing the gap of awkwardness and fostering a supportive environment for both the returning employee and their colleagues.

He discusses the importance of having a plan in place, managing expectations, and ensuring that everyone involved feels supported. Eric also shares his personal journey through addiction and recovery, providing a raw and honest perspective on the challenges and triumphs faced along the way. If you're looking for practical tools and insights on how to help those in recovery reintegrate into the workplace effectively, this episode is a must-listen.

It's not just about getting sober; it's about creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. Tune in to hear how you can make a difference in your organisation and support those on their recovery journey.

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