They are about to cut my social security benefits. What am I going to do?

[ForevrLonely29]

I am trying to gain employment stability so I don't have to rely on my disability benefits. I have held 25 jobs since the age of 15. Only 3 out of those 25 I held under age 18. 13 of those jobs I was fired from. 2 of those jobs I was laid off.

My problem is not getting a job. My problem is KEEPING a job. I have never held down a job for 12 months or longer.

I just lost my job in July. I am unemployed at the moment.

Here is my employment history. I redacted the company names:

Camp Counselor
Lifeguard [FIRED]
Lifeguard
Head Lifeguard [FIRED]
Lifeguard [FIRED]
Store Associate [FIRED]
Head Lifeguard [FIRED]
Advanced EMT [FIRED]
Advanced EMT [Resigned Pending Investigation]
Advanced EMT [FIRED]
Advanced EMT [FIRED]
Advanced EMT [FIRED]
Advanced EMT
Security Officer [FIRED]
Advanced EMT
Advanced EMT
Web Developer [Layoff]
Web developer
Web Developer [Layoff]
Web Developer [FIRED]
Web Developer [FIRED]
Web Developer [They terminated contract early]
Web Developer [FIRED]

Updates

1 y

It is disgusting how we give billions to illegal aliens and other countries, yet I am faced with this critical problem.

[Redstang88]

Well the obvious answer is don’t get fired every few months. Seriously, how do you manage to do that? Nobody in tech has any social skills, that’s why they’re the computer geeks

[ForevrLonely29]

Telling me not to get fired every few months doesn't solve the issue. Obviously, I am frustrated not being able to hold down employment.

[ForevrLonely29]

Ironically, we give billions in aid to illegal aliens and other countries, yet we cannot help our disabled. I want to be a productive person. I have great hard skills. I am knowledgeable in multiple disciplines.

[Ariesman81]

Two most common reasons for layoff or termination...

1. You offer no value

2. You are entitled

[ForevrLonely29]

No entitlement. My work ethic has been good, especially at my last role. It is psychological and social impairments that get me. My soft skills suck.

[ForevrLonely29]

... to add, you cannot say I am not determined. For being 30 and having held 25 jobs, that is "impressive". You can't say I give up, because I don't.

[Ariesman81]

Soft skills? Like office politics? Not being a team player?

[ForevrLonely29]

I have difficulties collaborating as a team. Office politics is an issue too. I am on the Autistic Spectrum, barely, but enough to cause issues.

[ForevrLonely29]

... I have been told my hard skills are "off the charts". I have great hard skills. My socioemotional issues is what gets me. They even labeled the issue as "socioemotional" on my IEP in high school.

[ForevrLonely29]

... I also have diagnosed bipolar with possible Borderline Personality

[Ariesman81]

Yeah... just another term for a "difficult employee"

[ForevrLonely29]

But I don't want to sit on ass either. I want to be a normal person capable of holding down employment. I am a software engineer that can create fullstack solutions to deployment. I am skilled in a multitude of technologies. I don't want to rely on handouts, yet I am just trying to survive.

[Ariesman81]

Then learn how to be a corporate bitch.

[AI Opinion]

Given your situation, I recommend focusing on understanding why job retention has been an issue and addressing those underlying causes. Consider seeking feedback from previous employers to gain insights into areas for improvement. You may also benefit from career counseling or coaching to develop strategies for job retention. Working on enhancing soft skills like communication, adaptability, and conflict resolution can be invaluable. Additionally, explore roles that align closely with your strengths and interests, aiming for environments where you feel supported and motivated. This tailored approach can improve your chances of securing and maintaining long-term employment.

[In_Trance]

you need to get your shit together

[ForevrLonely29]

How is that statement going to help me? What do you think I am trying to do right now? I am trying to get back on my feet but keep getting knocked down. I want to be a productive person in this world. I do not want to rely on disability the remainder of my life. Yet, I cannot even hold down a job.