New Employee Says They Have ADHD/Autism - What Do You Do Now?

*NEXT STEPS:* ✅ Consider a Workplace Needs Assessment (formal or informal) ✅ Involve Occupational Health if appropriate ✅ Trial adjustments and review what works ✅ Document agreed adjustments ✅ Communicate adjustments to relevant people (with employee's permission) ✅ Build adjustments into onboarding plan ✅ Schedule regular check-ins to review how things are going *WHAT YOU DON'T NEED:* ❌ A formal diagnosis (though they may have one) ❌ Medical evidence (in most cases) ❌ To understand every detail of their condition ❌ To be an expert in neurodiversity ❌ To make everything perfect immediately *WHAT YOU DO NEED:* ✅ A willingness to listen and learn ✅ Flexibility and openness to trying adjustments ✅ To treat them as the expert on their own needs ✅ To document and implement agreed support ✅ To review and adapt as you learn what works [Disclaimer: This video provides general information and should not be considered legal advice. Consult a qualified legal professional for advice specific to your situation.] WORK WITH US, take a look at our website for full details of all our services and Book a FREE Consultation with Jenefer now: https://silkhelix.co.uk/free-consulta... Find all our DIGITAL COURSES - https://silkhelix.co.uk/digital-courses Keep up to date with Employment Law updates, sign up to HR NEWS - Get Weekly HR and Employment Law Tips: https://silkhelix.co.uk/news/ Read more: https://silkhelix.co.uk/ I founded Silk Helix because I believe HR is about more than policies, fire-fighting and tick-boxing. It’s also about leading people with confidence. I can help you… 👉 Build confident, effective people managers 👉 Create inclusive, high performing workplaces 👉 Protect the business from legal and compliance risks 👉 And lots more. My journey through neurodivergence (both personally and professionally) led me to specialise in neurodiversity at work. I’ve seen a huge rise in businesses needing support in this area, which is why I’ve trained as a Workplace Needs Assessor for ADHD & Dyslexia and started a PG Certificate in Neurodiversity. We can work together in a variety of ways, from light support packages, to virtual and in-person management training. I also offer digital courses and share lots of free, practical advice on my website as well as here on YouTube. Check out more of Jenefer’s content here: Silk Helix Knowledge Hub: https://silkhelix.co.uk/knowledge Silk Helix Blog: https://silkhelix.co.uk/blog Follow Jenefer on LinkedIn:   / jeneferlivings   Subscribe for more videos on neurodiversity, business leadership, people management and employment law.