So, I recently got a new job in a busy pub. And I’ve worked in McDonald’s before, so I never thought that busy places were that big of an issue for me. I generally try to avoid loud areas, but usually with my AirPods if I’m able to use them, I can work through it.
However, I went in for just the training today. It wasn’t hands on work I did, just using their laptop to do the tasks required before I started my shift, and I was overwhelmed by how suddenly busy it got. I put in my AirPods and it was immediately easier for me to do my work and I became calmer. However, this immediately had me thinking, I might not be able to do this job after all. Before I applied, I forgot to consider the fact that pubs are smaller than your typical McDonald’s and so the sound has less space to travel, thus making everything louder. I told my manager quickly about my conditions (ADHD, the fact that I’m most likely autistic but not officially diagnosed yet) and he was fine with all that and ready to support, but when I asked him about having headphones (either in ear or overhead), he told me that our boss wouldn’t allow for something like that. This is stressing me out because I can’t afford to not have a job. I have no choice but to work, but I’m worried that I may have a breakdown. I don’t know what accommodations I can request for at work and I don’t know how or where to start.
any help or advice would be appreciated please.
