Recovery Works:
Where Opportunity Meets Wellness
A program by the Washington Recovery Alliance to help businesses support recovery and access untapped talent.
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Invitation to recovery works
A Recovery Friendly Workplace (RFW) is an environment where employers work in partnership with employees to
Employers who embrace Recovery Friendly Workplace principles invest in their people and benefit from increased employee retention, productivity, and loyalty. Studies show that each employee in recovery saves their employer an average of $8,500 annually through reduced absenteeism and healthcare costs.
Recovery Works (formerly the Recovery Friendly Workplace Program) is WRA's initiative to recognize and support employers that actively foster recovery-supportive environments. We equip businesses with tools, training, and visibility to help create workplaces where recovery is respected, valued, and celebrated.
Program Benefits:
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Official designation as a Recovery Friendly Business
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Access to a self-guided training on best practices
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Inclusion in WRA's media and newsletters
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Promotion through our statewide jobs board, RecWorks.org
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A storefront logo decal and promotional toolkit
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Resources to help educate and support your staff
Why Recovery Friendly Workplaces Matter
Substance use and mental health challenges are widespread, affecting employees at every level. Yet when employers take a recovery-friendly approach, the outcomes benefit everyone.
Workplaces that support recovery see:
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Lower turnover and absenteeism
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Higher productivity and employee satisfaction
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Fewer workplace accidents
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Stronger team cohesion and trust
Workers in recovery bring:
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Accountability, honesty, perseverance, and purpose
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Reduced healthcare and liability costs
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Higher job retention and team loyalty
A 2023 study showed that people in recovery exhibit strong character traits such as gratitude, fairness, and honesty—skills that directly translate to a strong and stable workforce.