Presenter:
Jeff Martin, BA, MDiv., Area Supervisor, SC Vocational Rehabilitation
Topic: Discovering the Value of Work in Recovery
One of the things that is often vital in successful recovery is the ability to obtain and maintain employment. Voc. Rehab sees the value in this and works with individuals to help them be able to work through the limitations associated with substance use disorder. The ultimate goal being sobriety and competitive employment.
Brief Bio:
Jeff Martin is the Area Supervisor for the Oconee/Pickens South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation office in Seneca, SC. He has been with Voc. Rehab for 8 years, and he has spent the majority of his time prior to this position as a counselor with the agency serving their Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation facilities’ consumers. During Jeff’s time with the agency, he has worked with countless individuals on their journey of recovery and vocational rehabilitation. Before coming to Voc. Rehab Jeff served as a probation officer for 12 years in South Carolina and Tennessee. He completed his undergraduate studies in North Carolina with a BA degree in Pre-Seminary Studies, followed by a Master of Divinity degree from a Theological Seminary in Tennessee.