Case Study 2: Sidney’s
Attendance
Sidney has recently been missing work. She tends to call in at the last minute, and there seems to be a pattern developing of Mondays and Fridays. Sidney has been in rehabilitation in the past for alcohol abuse. You need to talk to Sidney.
1. Should Sidney be addressed about her attendance? Why or why not?
2. As a manager, should you address the substance abuse issue with Sidney? Why or why not?
3. Why is it important not to assume that substance abuse is not Sidney’s reason for being absent?
4. As a recovering alcoholic, could Sidney be protected by the American with Disabilities Act?
5. As an HR manager, what needs to be in place at your organization concerning potential concerns like Sidney?
