[splitimage]

I lost my job of 2 months today. I was still on probation so they didn't have to give me any reason or severance. They just basically told me I was a bit fit and not meeting their performance standards. That was really hard on my ego. And there's a part of me that can't help think that at least part of the issue was that I'd disclosed my MH and addictions history.

Now I have to try to sort out employment insurance. I don't think I have enough hours to qualify based on this last job, but I think I can reactivate the claim I was on before & I think I had 6 months left on it. I really hope I can as that income would at least cover my rent.

Fortunately I have savings to live off of.

And as a plus, I guess, ,my resume is up to date and I still have my personal business cards from my last job hunt.

Dreading job hunting again.

--splitimage

[lynn P.]

So sorry to hear that ((splitimage)). Did you have to disclose your MH and addiction history? What do you mean

I was a bit fit

How is the infection on your back side healing?

[racee]

oh no...so sorry , what a let down...are they trying to stir the pot with all the obstacles you are already taking on in the past month? it's like they know and they want to add and make you feel even more disapointed....yes i too would like to know what thie "bit fit" means.....

[pgrundy]

I'm so sorry!

Did you mean 'bad fit' maybe?

I am constantly expecting a similar fate--if misery really loves company, you have plenty, trust me. Got a Christmas retail job part-time and they decided at the last minute to keep me on, but they tell me week after week I'm not up to their standards and I'd better do better or else. Man, I work my butt off. But all they care about is selling credit cards, which I'm not so great at. I make minimum wage and have two degrees and 30 years in the workforce but it's always "you're not good enough". Ugh. I get so tired of the constant threats. Like, OK, fire me or not, stop threatening, because I'm doing my best.

I really think employers are tough right now because they can be. Hang in there! You certainly are not alone.

[splitimage]

thanks everybody LOL at the bit fit part - clearly my brain wasn't working, yes I meant "Bad Fit". And yes I did have to disclose my MH and addictions history - it was part of a health questionnaire given to all new employees. The form itself was completely illegal and a violation of local privacy laws, which should in and of itself have told me about what working for them would be like.

And Lynn P - thanks for asking. The cut on my bum is healing, slowly, but at least it's not infected anymore, so I'm finally off the antibiotics after 3 weeks. Still taking salt water baths twice a day though.

--splitimage

[mgran]

To be absolutely honest, it sounds like a good thing that you don't have to work with people who invade your privacy as they did. It makes me a bit nervous, as I would, in the UK, have to disclose medical history for most jobs, and I imagine that will cut me out at the interview stage. If I did get a job though, I'd be covered by anti discrimination laws.

I know you've had a difficult time lately... hoping it gets better soon. Perhaps losing the job will turn out to be a blessing in disguise... I'm glad you could see some positives.

[PleaseHelp]

(((splitimage)) Sorry to hear that you lost your job. I also worry every day that I will lose my job b/c of my mental health issues. My boss hasn't come right out and said he knows, but I have a feeling he does. But I won't get into that here. Best of luck to you.

[Beholden]

I'm sorry to read about your job loss. (((splitimage))). I know this is a bit late, but I haven't been checking in much except some of the social groups.

My daughter in law is an accountant and always seems to be able to find work. Though she doesn't have mh issues, she is recovering and once told me she has to tell herself every day she will not drink today. I will be pulling for you to find a great fit for the next job you do find.

Have a wonderful time playing your harp and I saw the title of one of the threads you started about taking priviate guitar lessons. Enjoy life.

[impulse]

Reading the scenario you described, I believe that you can reactivate your unemployment claim. Yes, it would be based on your previous employment for the qualifying period. Which if I understand the process correctly, is a better position to be in under the circumstances.

Best wishes, and do something special for yourself. Even if it's a simple as a relaxing soak in a tub.