Here is a question for the bizznes world.Why does no one want a woman with a seizure disorder to work for them

Question

You see I have one. My currnt boss does not want me to work for her any more becouse of it. I have been trying to get a new job becouse she just keeps me on call all week. However when I explain about it in an interview. Well this look comes on a persons face and I just know that I am not going to get this job. So workers why won't they let a person like me have a part time job?

Answer 1

Are they even allowed to discriminate like that? I'm pretty sure they're not... You might want to go talk to one of those employment agencies.. They might help you find a job, AND clarify whether its legal for companies to not hire you based on your disorder.

Answer 2

they are uninformed. most people have no idea of if or how someone with a seizure disorder may or may not be a risk to themselves, co-workers, or customers.

thus, they avoid risk by passing over you.

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what this suggests is that you need to counter this preception with information, in writing, from an authorative source, explaining what types of work you would not be a risk doing.

your verbal assurances aren't going to counter the risks the interviewers have -- they don't know and can't rely on you [you aren't independent nor an authority].

GL

Answer 3

You might be entitled to government assistance. I'd say contact your local Department of Labor and Industry and explain your situation. They'll likely help you to get either a suitable job or money from the government.

Answer 4

Do you have them often? Do you have to tell them?
I would go through a Temp agency since you are looking for part time.

Answer 5

as a person w/ a disability, i can tell you that you are being discriminated against.
perhaps you should talk w/ a lawyer (shudder). good luck.

Answer 6

Because of the risk and liability. You already know the answer to that.