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🗝️ Disability Disclosure Decision-Making Helper 🗝️

Disclosing a disability to an employer is an important decision in your career journey. This AI tool helps job seekers with disabilities and employment professionals navigate the complexities of if, when, and how to share this information.

Instructions: Complete the form fields below, then click Generate Prompt to help make an informed choice regarding disability disclosure – which is often a critical step in securing reasonable accommodations and workplace success. ⚠️ Caution: Do not enter names, birth dates, or other personally identifying information into the form.

If you have already decided to disclose and need to request reasonable accommodations from an employer, you may wish to use the Disclosure & Accommodation Script Builder tool.

Participant ID (optional)

Current Employment Stage

Applying / Submitting Resumes Interviewing Job Offer Received (not yet started) Currently Employed (New Hire to 6-Month Employee) Currently Employed (Long-Term Employee; 6+ Months)

Disability Visibility

Completely Non-Apparent (Invisible) Mildly Apparent (Occasional Signs) Highly Apparent (Immediately Noticeable)

Workplace Culture Indicators

Inclusive Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) Statement Has Disability Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) High-stress / "Hustle" Culture Flexible or Remote-Work Friendly Very Rigid Attendance Policies Unsure Other Culture Details:

Primary Motivation for Disclosing Now

Need immediate accommodations to participate in the job interview Need immediate accommodations to perform a job task or tasks Desire for authenticity and transparency Safety concerns in the workplace Explain a performance gap or resume gap Unsure - Just exploring options Other Motivation:

Briefly describe the functional limitation(s) - NOT the diagnosis(es)

Comfort Level with Disclosure Risk

Very Cautious (Prefer privacy unless absolutely necessary) Moderate (Open to it for the right reasons) High (Value full transparency and advocacy)

Instructions/Disclaimer: The prompt generated below is designed to be copied and pasted into ChatGPT or another AI tool to produce an informational analysis about deciding if/when to disclose a disability in an employment setting. The prompt is designed to provide information only and is not intended as professional or legal advice. This tool is primarily designed for a United States context in consideration of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Users must review, adjust, and verify all recommendations based on their expertise, individual client circumstances, and local regulations or best practices. AI outputs can contain errors or incomplete information; proofreading and critical evaluation are essential before using any content in client planning, reports, or decision-making. It is recommended to consult with Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) or legal experts in your local area for official recommendations.