Peer Support & Counseling for Workplace Substance Abuse: Intervention Techniques, Wellness Systems & Recovery Pathways
Venue: Gelian Hotel, Machakos-Kenya
Date: 23rd - 28th February 2026
Cost: Kshs. 80,000 / USD 800
CPD points: 10
Overview
Transform workplace approaches to substance abuse through this comprehensive program in peer support methodology, counseling techniques, and recovery pathway development that addresses substance use disorders with compassion, effectiveness, and organizational responsibility. Participants will develop expertise in identifying substance abuse issues, conducting supportive interventions, and connecting affected employees with appropriate treatment resources while maintaining workplace safety and productivity. The curriculum emphasizes practical approaches to creating non-stigmatizing workplace cultures, implementing employee assistance programs, and developing peer support networks that provide ongoing recovery support. Through role-playing exercises with realistic scenarios and case studies of successful workplace programs, attendees will learn to navigate the complex intersection of workplace requirements, employee rights, and recovery needs. This program prepares human resources and wellness professionals to lead compassionate, effective responses to workplace substance abuse.
Objectives
- Master peer support techniques providing empathetic, non-judgmental support to colleagues experiencing substance use challenges
- Develop intervention approaches conducting compassionate, effective conversations about substance use concerns
- Design workplace wellness systems identifying substance abuse risks, providing prevention education, and offering support resources
- Create recovery pathways connecting affected employees with appropriate treatment, counseling, and ongoing support
- Implement confidentiality protocols protecting employee privacy while ensuring workplace safety and appropriate support
- Establish referral networks with treatment providers, counselors, and recovery support organizations
- Develop workplace policies addressing substance use with balance between compassion and safety requirements
- Design peer support training programs building capability among employee volunteers to provide supportive assistance
Target Audience
- Human resources professionals developing and implementing workplace substance abuse policies and programs
- Employee assistance program counselors and coordinators providing support for substance use issues
- Occupational health professionals addressing workplace substance abuse prevention and intervention
- Peer support volunteers and employee assistance program committee members
- Supervisors and managers identifying and responding to employee substance use concerns
- Union representatives advocating for member support in substance use recovery
- Healthcare providers serving workplace populations and designing workplace substance abuse programs
- Professionals in recovery interested in supporting colleagues facing similar challenges
Methodology
- Role-playing exercises practicing supportive conversations about substance use concerns with colleagues
- Intervention technique workshops developing skills in conducting compassionate, effective interventions
- Policy development sessions crafting workplace substance abuse policies balancing multiple considerations
- Referral network mapping identifying and evaluating local treatment and recovery support resources
- Case study analyses examining workplace substance abuse program implementations and outcomes
- Confidentiality protocol design creating systems protecting employee privacy while ensuring appropriate support
- Peer support training developing skills for employee volunteers providing supportive assistance
