Providing Employment Services to Individuals in Recovery

Link

https://www.acf.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/documents/opre/BEES-ARC-Report_508.pdf

Sponsor

ACF Office of Planning, Research & Evaluation

Description

Describes the Addiction Recovery Care (ARC) program, which combines residential treatment of substance use disorders with employment services for individuals in Kentucky, with a focus on rural, Appalachian communities with high rates of opioid use. Discusses the program structure, implementation, target populations, and services provided, including medications for opioid use disorder, recovery services, and employment and job training programs. Offers lessons learned and recommendations for implementing similar programs.

Date

05/2024

Geographic Coverage

Nationwide

Topics

Community Planning and Coalition Building • Substance Use Disorder • Treatment • Vocational Training, Education, and Employment