makeitgoaway2yhg's journey

I currently work at a homeless shelter where my role involves ensuring the safety and well-being of clients, managing conflicts, and maintaining a clean environment. While I enjoy the flexibility of this job and have built positive relationships with both clients and staff, the work is not intellectually stimulating and the pay is low. I'm chronically ill, which makes this job manageable for me. Recently, I received a job offer for a case management position, but I'm hesitant to accept it due to my past experiences. In my previous case management role, I had an abusive boss and a toxic team that took a severe toll on my mental health. I faced significant challenges, including relapsing and experiencing life-threatening situations during home visits. The thought of going back to a similar environment is daunting, and I fear it could trigger my PTSD. The agency I interviewed with seems typical for a nonprofit, with high caseloads and turnover, but nothing about it stands out as particularly harmful. Still, I worry about my mental readiness to handle the pressures of the role and whether I can trust the new team. I'm also concerned about the long-term implications of declining the job offer. If I choose not to take it now and decide to reapply in a year when I'm in a better place, will they remember my withdrawal negatively? I'm seeking advice on whether I should take the leap into this new opportunity or stay where I am for now.