Patchism wrote:
...Because my crappy job has given me RSI and I don't know how long I'll be able to keep doing it with any degree of competence.
Also I really hate doing it and they know I have AS and haven't really made any adjustments or offered me any further opportunities at the company and I'd really like to drop the hint - no, actually suggest - that they do this because I'm not happy.
...But I feel really really awkward. Any tips on how to approach this one? Thanks.
Saw your follow-up post.
What accommodations do you need to be able to be functional at your job? Hae you discussed this with the professional who diagnosed you? They should be able to make some suggestions - and will need to in writing, probably, at some point. (Why would they offer you other opportunities if you're not doing well at the one you're in?) If you haven't asked for accommodations and provided documentation, they don't legally (in the US) have to do a thing for you. If you need them, I hope you ask for them (and, thus, identify your disability) prior to getting fired for not being able to perform in the workplace. You can't deal with it after the fact - there's no recourse if you didn't identify your need for reasonable accommodations in advance.
22 Jan 2009, 9:24 am
