Would you really want HR or your boss guessing at what medical issue is troubling you anyway? I could see a whole slew of legal issues arising from that kind of behavior.
I would think this could even lead to employees NOT seeking help about other problems. Can't complain about volume being low on your phone; that's a hearing problem. Can't say you're concerned about a deadline, that's anxiety.
If I wanted someone to worry and fuss every time I had a complain, I'd tell my mom about it.
Sharonof GA3:07PM October 05, 2009
Like you said, the best I can do for employees is to say, "X is requirement of your position. You are not doing X. Is there anything we can do to help you so that you can do X?" If you tell me that you are able to do X, and that you don't need any help from the company in doing X, then I am going to assume that you know what you're talking about. So, the next time you don't do X, you will be subject to disciplinary action and if you keep not doing X you will probably eventually be terminated.
Michelleof CA4:53PM October 01, 2009
This is so true. As an HR professional for 15 years, I can tell you, I'm not a doctor. All I can do is help employees when I know there is an issue, apply the law and company policies.
Reader Comments
Back to blog
Sharon of GA 3:07PM October 05, 2009
Michelle of CA 4:53PM October 01, 2009
Jennifer of MA 4:12PM October 01, 2009