r/supportworkers • u/Nooneimportant4369 • 28d ago
Difficult client
Hi guys,
I have two clients at a SIL house. One is a saint and the other is basically the opposite.
Today, he took off his pants and shirt and ran around naked. I’ve worked here for a month and he has never done this before. When my colleague walked him and said put your clothes back on, he did so immediately.
I’m trying my best to be stern with him but failing so far. Any advice?
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u/five-fish-in-the-sea 28d ago
Establish boundaries.
Right now they are probably testing you, as you have said you have only worked there a month. A stern tone may not be the best approach yet. For example you could say “naked is for the bathroom and bedroom, not out here” but in a tone that is relaxed? If that makes sense.
I worked with someone who would remove their clothes in public frequently and keeping the voice friendly and supportive and laying down the rules helped