Table of Contents
- 1 Can employers not hire you because of mental health?
- 2 Should you disclose you have a mental illness if you are applying for a job what about after you have been hired?
- 3 How does mental health affect getting a job?
- 4 Can my employer fire me because of my mental illness?
- 5 Is mental illness an obstacle to employment?
Can employers not hire you because of mental health?
No. It is illegal for an employer to discriminate against you simply because you have a mental health condition. This includes firing you, rejecting you for a job or promotion, or forcing you to take leave.
Should you disclose you have a mental illness if you are applying for a job what about after you have been hired?
Generally you would only disclose conditions that could affect your role, and which may warrant a consideration of adjustments. Employers expect honesty so if there is a reasonable probability that your mental health will impact on your ability to do your job then you should disclose it.
How does mental health affect getting a job?
Mental illnesses such as depression are associated with higher rates of disability and unemployment. Depression interferes with a person’s ability to complete physical job tasks about 20\% of the time and reduces cognitive performance about 35\% of the time.
Should people with mental illness be able to work?
People with mental illness can, should and often need to work. The social costs of the unemployment and underemployment of people living with mental illness are incalculable: deteriorated health, additional health care costs, financial struggle for families, among many others.
Is your job affecting your mental or physical health?
They can help you talk things through and learn coping skills for work-related stresses. If your job is affecting your mental or physical health, it may be worth it to have a professional on your side. When you hate your job, it can take a toll on your health.
Can my employer fire me because of my mental illness?
Your employer can also let you go if your mental illness poses a direct threat to anyone’s safety. The ADA does not apply to companies with fewer than 15 employees. Your employer may ask for documentation of your mental illness. Our mental health screens are a great starting point, but they don’t count as a diagnosis.
Is mental illness an obstacle to employment?
Mental illness doesn’t need to be an obstacle to employment. In fact, mental illness may be correlated with success in certain professions. For example, there are many successful entrepreneurs living with bipolar disorder. It makes sense as people with bipolar disorder are known to be highly creative and innovative.