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Posted by Deneb on March 12, 2007, at 22:11:53
I want to know the consequences of my being locked up for 72 hours against my will 2 years ago. Will my employers find out about it if they do a background check?
Did I screw up my employability?
Please don't tell me I've ruined my life.
Deneb*
Posted by Michael83 on March 12, 2007, at 23:32:37
In reply to Consequences of being sectioned, posted by Deneb on March 12, 2007, at 22:11:53
I don't think most employers even look at that stuff Deneb unless you're getting a job that requires very high security.
I'm currently self employed, but my previous job was at a financial institution and they did EXTENSIVE background checks, they fingerprinted me (sent the prints to the FBI and SEC), and a few other things.
But even with that, I don't think they checked any kind of health issues with me. SO unless you're going to get some kind of James Bond CIA job, I think you're safe. 99% of employers won't even bother to check health/mental issues.
I think they figure unless you walk into the interview with a tin foil hat on and wearing a clown suit, you're sane enough to work there. So don't do that. ;) :p jk I'm sure you're EASILY employable. It shouldn't even be something to worry about. From what I can tell (from reading your posts for nearly a year), you're smart, very nice, and honest. You'll catch some employers eye if you stay optimistic.
Posted by Larry Hoover on March 13, 2007, at 8:28:05
In reply to Consequences of being sectioned, posted by Deneb on March 12, 2007, at 22:11:53
> I want to know the consequences of my being locked up for 72 hours against my will 2 years ago. Will my employers find out about it if they do a background check?
Only if you tell them. I could give your the names of three separate pieces of legislation that would protect your medical privacy. Moreover, it is illegal for an employer to even ask such questions.
> Did I screw up my employability?
Nope.
> Please don't tell me I've ruined my life.
>
> Deneb*Catastrophism is not something I would ever offer you. You're pretty good at it, all by yourself.
Lar
Posted by wishingstar on March 13, 2007, at 9:10:38
In reply to Re: Consequences of being sectioned » Deneb, posted by Larry Hoover on March 13, 2007, at 8:28:05
No deneb. Like lar said, you havent messed up anything. They'll never know unless you tell them.
I work for a community mental health agency, with children in their homes. Obviously, I'm getting people in very vulnerable positions, when theyre in pretty serious crisis. I was inpatient in Oct and then again just a week ago. No one there knows, and no one there will. I got the job even with all my mental health history. So not to worry. :)
Posted by Phillipa on March 13, 2007, at 12:55:19
In reply to Re: Consequences of being sectioned, posted by wishingstar on March 13, 2007, at 9:10:38
Not allowed to release that info so don't tell noone else does. Love Phillipa
Posted by Deneb on March 13, 2007, at 19:03:01
In reply to Re: Consequences of being sectioned » Deneb, posted by Michael83 on March 12, 2007, at 23:32:37
Thanks for letting me know!
I feel much better knowing I didn't mess things up. I just have to keep trying to get a job. I haven't been trying my hardest.
Deneb*
Posted by Kath on March 15, 2007, at 16:51:16
In reply to Re: Consequences of being sectioned » Deneb, posted by Larry Hoover on March 13, 2007, at 8:28:05
> Catastrophism is not something I would ever offer you. You're pretty good at it, all by yourself.
>
> LarDitto, Deneb ......don't worry!!! Unless you had a job that required really specific clearance, I'm sure nobody would even think to look into something like that!
REEEELAXXXXXXXXXX
Deep breaths. Don't worry! love, Kath
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