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At Head Up Services, we believe the workplace can be a powerful part of the recovery journey. Whether you're looking to support an employee returning from treatment, revise outdated policies, or become a leader in second-chance hiring, our services are designed to help you build a recovery-ready workplace with structure, empathy, and confidence.
What We Offer Employers
HR Policy Audits & Compliance Reviews
We conduct comprehensive audits of your workplace policies to ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and related state and federal guidelines concerning substance use disorders. We help you identify gaps, reduce liability, and align your HR language and practices with recovery-informed standards.
Second-Chance Hiring & Stigma Reduction
We help companies design and implement fair-chance hiring practices that align with DEI, compliance, and business goals. Services include:
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Job description reviews and inclusive recruitment
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Interview strategy and disclosure policies
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Staff education on supporting justice-impacted candidates
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Guidance on partnering with recovery and reentry networks
Ongoing HR Consultation & Retainers
We offer monthly consulting packages to serve as your recovery-informed HR advisor. This includes:
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On-call support for complex HR situations
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Policy updates as laws evolve
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Support during employee leave, relapse, or accommodations
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Access to templates, talking points, and educational materials
Leadership & Manager Training
We deliver powerful training sessions—virtual or on-site—for HR leaders, people managers, and executives. Topics include:
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Understanding addiction and recovery in the workplace
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Responding to relapse and accommodation requests
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Language, disclosure, and stigma reduction
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Trauma-informed leadership practices
Our sessions are tailored to your industry and internal culture, ensuring practical takeaways and measurable change.
Certified Recovery-Ready Employer Program
Become a certified "Recovery-Ready Employer" through Head Up Services.
Our certification process recognizes organizations that demonstrate a commitment to supporting employees in or seeking recovery. The program includes:
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Completion of an HR audit and recommended updates
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At least one leadership training session delivered to managers
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A second-chance hiring or accommodation protocol in place
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Public pledge of support for dignity-first employment
Certified employers receive a digital badge, listing in our Recovery-Ready Employer Directory, and co-branded recognition materials for use in hiring, marketing, and internal morale.
