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Build a Workforce
You Can Count On

We help construction companies address the behavioral risks behind turnover, conflict, absenteeism, safety issues, and underperformance—before they disrupt operations.

  • Reduced
    Turnover
  • Consistent
    Performance
  • Stronger
    Teams
  • Safer
    Jobsites
  • Better
    Outcomes

The Brooks Difference

Brooks Workforce Solutions is the first and only workforce performance firm built on an applied behavioral health model, bringing together behavioral science, leadership development, and workforce strategy to improve operational performance and organizational stability.

The Root Cause

Every Workforce Problem Has a Human Cause

The strongest companies don't struggle because they lack skilled workers. They struggle because communication breaks down, leadership becomes inconsistent, accountability fades, and small problems become costly disruptions.

These aren't isolated issues. They are symptoms of deeper behavioral patterns affecting every jobsite. Brooks Workforce Solutions helps companies address those patterns before they undermine productivity, profitability, and culture.

01

Turnover

High turnover disrupts crews, increases costs, and erodes continuity.

02

Conflict

Unresolved conflict damages relationships, morale, and productivity.

03

Safety Incidents

Unsafe decisions and behavior put people at risk and halt operations.

04

Absenteeism

Absences create gaps, increase overtime, and strain the entire team.

05

Burnout

Chronic stress leads to exhaustion, detachment, and decreased performance.

06

Reduced Productivity

Behavioral challenges slow projects, lower quality, and impact results.

David Brooks, founder of Brooks Workforce Solutions, in front of a weathered shipping container

Workforce Instability
Is Expensive

We bring more than two decades of experience in behavioral health, corrections, leadership development, and community work to deliver practical solutions that drive real, measurable change.

2–3x
Increased Cost
21%
Higher Turnover
4x
Safety Risk
20–30%
Productivity Loss
High
Bottom Line Impact

Stronger teams. Safer jobsites. Healthier organizations. Built to last.

Our Services

Solutions That Strengthen People and Performance

Integrated services designed to reduce risk, strengthen leadership,
and build a culture you can count on.

Culture Alignment

Culture Alignment

Build a culture of accountability, respect, and high performance.

  • Culture assessments
  • Values & behavior alignment
  • Communication frameworks
  • Policy & process support
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Leadership Development

Leadership Development

Strengthen leaders at every level to lead people—not just projects.

  • Leadership training
  • Conflict resolution
  • Coaching & mentoring
  • Decision-making tools
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Workforce Recovery

Workforce Recovery

Address the behavioral factors disrupting stability and safety.

  • Substance-use support
  • Mental-health awareness
  • Early intervention strategies
  • Return-to-work planning
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Speaking & Training

Speaking & Training

Engaging, real-world presentations that inspire change and action.

  • Keynotes & leadership talks
  • Workshops & team training
  • Industry conferences
  • Virtual & in-person
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Most Organizations Treat the SymptomsWe Address the Cause

Brooks Workforce Solutions helps organizations address the behavioral factors that impact workplace performance, strengthening leadership, improving employee engagement, and building a culture organizations can count on. We bring more than two decades of experience in behavioral health, criminal justice, leadership development, and community engagement to deliver practical, evidence-based solutions that drive measurable results.

CategoryEAP ProgramsHR / Consulting FirmsSafety / OSHA ConsultantsBehavioral Health ProvidersBrooks Workforce Solutions
Primary FocusEmployee assistance & referralsOrganizational strategy & marketingCompliance & hazard preventionClinical treatmentWorkforce stability & behavioral risk
Proactive vs ReactiveReactiveMostly reactiveReactiveReactiveProactive (prevention-focused)
On-Site EngagementLimitedSafety focusedYes (field + leadership)
Construction-Specific ApproachTechnical safetyYes (behavior + workforce reality)
Addresses Substance UseReferral onlyClinical onlyYes (workplace-integrated)
Addresses Mental HealthLimitedYes (applied to performance & safety)
Supervisor TrainingLimitedCore focus
Field Worker EngagementSafety onlyDirect engagement
Behavioral Risk ExpertiseClinical onlyApplied behavior + workforce risk
Focus on Turnover & RetentionHigh levelYes (practical + embedded)

Most companies use separate solutions—EAPs, safety programs, and HR consulting—but none are designed to address the behavioral risks driving workforce instability.

That's where we come in.

Industries

Expertise That
Meets Your Industry

Every industry has unique challenges. Our solutions are built to address the behavioral risks, leadership gaps, and cultural barriers that impact performance.

Construction

Construction

Building safer jobsites, stronger teams, and a culture of accountability.

Manufacturing

Manufacturing

Driving productivity, reducing turnover, and strengthening operational performance.

Government

Government

Supporting public-sector teams with accountability, culture change, and resilience.

Healthcare

Healthcare

Reducing burnout, improving communication, and supporting mental well-being.

Energy & Utilities

Energy & Utilities

Improving safety, stability, and performance in high-risk environments.

Different Industries. Same Challenges. One Solution.

Our Framework

Behavioral Infrastructure Built Into Your Culture

Our integrated framework helps organizations identify risk, strengthen leadership, and create environments where people can perform at their best.

1. Assess

Identify behavioral risks and patterns across your organization.

2. Align

Align leadership, communication, and expectations at every level.

3. Equip

Equip leaders and teams with practical tools to address real challenges.

4. Engage

Engage your workforce with relevant conversations and actionable support.

5. Strengthen

Strengthen culture, accountability, and behaviors that drive performance.

6. Sustain

Sustain progress through data, feedback, and continuous improvement.

Not a Program. A System.

We don't offer one-time training. We build behavioral infrastructure that becomes part of how your organization operates and grows.

Workforce Assessment

Lead a Team? We Want Your Perspective

Managers, supervisors, and foremen: take our short, anonymous assessment to help us tailor solutions that serve the people doing the work.

Take the Assessment100% anonymous. About 3 minutes.

25+ Years
Real Experience
Real Impact

Behavioral insight. Corrections experience. Leadership expertise. Organizational results.

Behavioral Health Expertise

Clinical insight that strengthens leadership, communication, and organizational performance.

Corrections Experience

Real-world experience leading change in high-pressure environments.

Community Advocate

Committed to strengthening individuals, organizations, and communities.

Trusted Facilitator

Bringing people together to solve problems, align goals, and drive measurable results.

David Brooks, founder of Brooks Workforce Solutions, at an industrial jobsite

Meet the Founder

David Charles Brooks, MA, LCADC, is a nationally recognized behavioral health and criminogenic specialist, educator, and entrepreneur with over two decades of experience in addiction treatment, mental health services, and criminal justice reform. As the owner of Brooks Behavioral Health Services and an Adjunct Professor at Mount St. Mary's University, he specializes in developing innovative treatment programs that address substance use, trauma, and the root causes of criminal behavior. David is a sought-after speaker, consultant, and expert witness who has trained professionals across the behavioral health and justice systems while advocating for evidence-based approaches that reduce recidivism and promote long-term recovery.

Construction worker on a jobsite at sunset

Behavior Drives
Everything

In construction and high-risk industries, behavioral challenges have a direct impact on safety, productivity, costs, and culture. Most companies manage the symptoms. We address the cause.

Fewer Incidents

Safer worksites and stronger risk management.

Stronger Leadership

Confident leaders driving high-performing teams.

Better Communication

Aligned teams. Fewer conflicts. Better outcomes.

Higher Productivity

Engaged people produce consistent, measurable results.

Greater Stability

Lower turnover. Stronger retention. Built for the long run.

Check In With Yourself

A Free, Confidential Behavioral Health Check

Behavioral health is part of workforce health. This quick, private self-screening can help you understand what you may be experiencing and point you toward the right support—no cost, no pressure, and no judgment.

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • ADHD
  • Substance Use
  • Bipolar
  • Somatic Symptoms
Start the ScreeningPrivate and confidential. Takes just a few minutes.

If you or someone you know is in crisis or having thoughts of suicide, help is available right now. Call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, available 24/7.

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Ready to Build a Workforce You Can Count On?

Let's build a plan that aligns your people, strengthens your culture, and drives real results.