Posted by maribeth on October 3, 2001, at 18:22:38
In reply to New job... drug test required and how to explain, posted by TomV on September 27, 2001, at 22:17:19
> I'm on the verge of possibly moving on to a new job. The job requires drug testing. I haven't told anyone in the interview process or on any application about my depression nor any meds that I'm taking (Celexa and xanax). I prefer not to say anything, but I'm afraid someone I report to will find out (don't know how likely this is, but I guess it's a possibility). I really don't want my superiors to have any preconceived notions about me before I even start the job.
> Should I say I'm taking the drugs for something like a "sleep disorder", or something that steers them away from the real reason? Or should I come clean? I don't think there's a chance of me not being able to perform my job and my employer accusing me of not telling the truth in the application process.
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> Any advice on how to handle this dilema? I'm a financial professional in a supervisor position looking to move into a similar position.
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> TomV
Tom--
Take my advice and do one thing BE HONEST As long as you provide a current prescription for each medication you are taking you owe them no other explaination. If they hassle you beyond that get an attorney. They should not --that should be the end of it, and don't you offer any more information. Maribeth
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