Background Check/Reality Check

Recovery
#1

Got offered a major promotion at work. It requires a higher level of background check - and I won't pass it.

Had multiple arrests related to alcohol. (The last 12 years ago.) I'm such a different person now that I seriously don't think my supervisor would even believe what he would find. But it's true. And it's mine. And I have to accept the responsibilitiy.

I could also just come clean and tell the supervisor the story beforehand. But I don't think he would understand. People who don't have any knowledge or experience of addiction can be very judgemental. I also simply don't want to go through the humiliation of the process of dragging all of it up and having others see it - just to have it work out.

Learning to accept the consequences of my past actions and moving forward today.

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#2

First off congratulations on the promotion! That is great! Now, I've struggled with this when applying for jobs. I was turned down and had job offers taken back when I was honest and when I was not honest. The decision is up to you on saying something before hand. I wish you the best of luck :sparkles:

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#3

I know it’s tough when these things come up but it’s not over till it’s over. Until you get a no and if you get a no I’m a firm believer there’s something else out there. I’ve seen some things that looked pretty grave end up panning out. Stay encouraged k

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#4

Id talk to my boss about it. They obviously value you and think youd be a good fit, or they would not have offered.

Worse that happens is they say no and nothing changes. Do not fear for your current job as that would be illegal to remove from it.

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#5

Hi friend. This might be protected under ADA. Would check into your local employment laws.

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#6

There are lots of laws now that protect people with criminal backgrounds. Look them up in the state you live in.