Dig into the heart of the construction industry's mental health and addiction recovery challenges on The EBFC Show. In this impactful episode, we welcome Chris Lalevee, a dedicated Business Agent (BA) who plays a vital role in advocating for workers' well-being in the construction sector.
Chris Lalevee brings to the forefront the critical issues of mental health and addiction within the construction community. Drawing from personal stories of recovery and success, he highlights the transformative power of the Member Assistance Program (MAP) in supporting workers through their struggles. As a BA, Chris sheds light on the complexities of his role, from managing member concerns to liaising with contractors and ensuring job safety.
The conversation delves deep into the unique challenges faced by the construction industry, such as the high rate of opioid addiction linked to work-related injuries. Chris emphasizes the necessity of normalizing mental health discussions in the workplace and integrating them into the industry's safety culture. He passionately speaks about the importance of community, empathy, and a supportive environment where workers can seek help without facing stigma.
This episode is a crucial listen for anyone connected to the construction industry, highlighting the need for awareness, support, and action in tackling mental health and addiction issues. Join us in this enlightening discussion with Chris Lalevee, where we explore the path to creating a safer, more empathetic, and supportive construction industry.
#ConstructionCommunity #MentalHealthAwareness #AddictionRecovery #SupportiveWorkCulture #IndustryChallenges
Show Links:
IUOE 825 Member Assistance Program
Website https://www.iuoe825.org/home/members/local-825-member-assistance-program/
Skill Signal’s Safety Stats and Resources
Webpage at https://www.skillsignal.com/resource/constructions-safety-statistics/
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
https://988lifeline.org/
Dial 988 for free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention, and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States
Cal (Calvin) Beyer via
LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/calvinbeyer/
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Connect with Chris via
LinkedIn at
Email MAP@iuoe825.org
Phone 732-770-8485
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Construction Scrum (book & audiobook) via https://constructionscrum.com/
Social media at https://thefelipe.bio.link
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Today's episode is sponsored by the Lean Construction Institute (LCI). This non-profit organization operates as a catalyst to transform the industry through Lean project delivery using an operating system centered on a common language, fundamental principles, and basic practices. Learn more at https://www.leanconstruction.org
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