How To Keep Your Job During Recovery
You Can Heal Without Losing Your Life
Choosing recovery doesn’t have to mean sacrificing your career, especially when you’re fully committed to getting better. At Star City Recovery, we believe in supporting both your healing and your livelihood. This post guides you through legal protections, smart planning, and the recovery resources that let you stay on track at work while staying on track in sobriety.
1. Know Your Legal Protections: ADA & FMLA
Federal laws like the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protect people in recovery. You can’t be fired or penalized for attending treatment or maintaining sobriety—with proper accommodation from your employer.
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides up to 12 weeks of medical leave, ensuring you can seek recovery without fear of job loss.
2. Choose Treatment That Allows You to Work
Selective treatment options can help you recover without quitting your job:
Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs): Structured therapy after work hours or evenings, enabling continued employment.
Telehealth Options: Virtual counseling you can attend during breaks or remote from the office.
3. Use Employer Resources You Might Not Know About
Many companies offer Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) that provide counseling, support, and return-to-work planning—all of which are discreet and in your corner.
4. Work With Recovery Support Services (RSS)
At Star City Recovery, our Recovery Support Services include coaching, relapse prevention, and help navigating employment concerns—even matching you with peer mentors who understand the challenge of balancing work and healing. Services
5. Build Daily Habits That Protect Your Recovery
Establish a structured routine around work that includes time for meetings or therapy.
Identify triggers at work and prepare stress-management tools—like meditation or triggers-avoidance strategies.
Maintain strong support networks—stay connected to peers, family, or sponsors during the workday.
Balancing professional responsibilities while concealing an addiction often leads to chronic stress, anxiety, and burnout.
Why Star City Recovery Supports Your Dual Journey
Our luxury facility offers the stability of healing with the pragmatism of real life. You don’t need to choose between your job and your sobriety—we’re here to help you keep both.
Quick-Read Summary Table
| Challenge | How to Overcome It |
|---|---|
| Fear of job loss | Know you’re protected under ADA and FMLA |
| Work demands | Opt for IOPs or telehealth that fit your schedule |
| Stress at the office | Use EAPs and RSS to manage stress and stay supported |
| Relapse triggers | Build daily coping routines and support systems |
Ready to Start Recovery Without Quitting Your Life?
If you’re worried about balancing recovery and your job, you’re not alone—and you’re absolutely supported here. Reach out to Star City Recovery to learn about flexible treatment plans that let you heal on your terms.
