Message #43311

[supergirl]

A supervisor in my office has been suffering for years from some kind of mental/emotional problem.  Because of this, she hardly ever comes into the office, instead claiming that she is working at home, running errands for the job, or is out sick.  (If only I had as much vacation/sick time as she seems to!)  

Everyone knows about her, but no one in authority does anything.  They say they feel sorry for her.  In the meantime, the rest of us are covering her work, and becoming resentful.  Plus, our business is a non-profit, and it is infuriating to watch every penny we spend, while knowing that she is pulling a salary and benefits without lifting a finger.  

It's not her fault--she is sick.  The problem lies with the higher ups, who refuse to address the situation.  In reality, if they were truly concerned about her well-being, or if they were looking out for the well-being and long-term good of the institution, they would insist she get help for her problems.  As others have said on this topic, they are following the path of least resistance.  "Do Nothing."