WILL I LOSE TIME FROM WORK?

Williamsburg Place and the William J. Farley Center specialize in treating drug and alcohol addiction among professionals, and particularly among professionals in the healthcare professions. Our reputation for helping professionals such as medical staff overcome dependence on prescription meds, alcohol, and other narcotics is well established. Many of our referrals come from employers, and as such we are often questioned about whether or not our treatment programs interfere with and interrupt employment.

The impact of addiction on the workplace varies from situation-to-situation.  Many of our employees were highly productive even during their addiction.  Anxieties about lost wages and the impact of absence on the employers bottom line are very legitimate concerns, and are quite common.  At Williamsburg Place and the William J. Farley Center, we have years of experience working with employers and employees to limit the impact of high quality treatment on employment and the workplace.  In most cases, careers can be preserved and even enhanced by the experience. 

Nevertheless, in many cases the addiction has impacted the workplace in damaging ways. Whether you are a doctor, lawyer, executive, or an industry worker, your job performance is at risk from your addiction. Our experience shows time and again that what time is spent away from work is well worth it if it is spent in treatment and recovery. How much time will be spent away from work will depend upon the nature of your addiction.

For over fifteen years we have worked closely with employers in various industries to aid in the treatment of employees who have suffered addiction to alcohol, narcotics, and painkillers. We understand the need of our residents to maintain a living, and will continue to work with all parties involved to ensure a smooth transition from rehab to recovery -- back to work.

If you or someone who works for you suffers from drug and/or alcohol addiction, contact Williamsburg Place today to learn more about our individualized treatment programs.

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