The Work Experience Survey: A reasonable accommodation/career development strategy.

Consistent with provisions of the Americans With Disabilities Act, the Work Experience Survey (WES) is a structured interview designed to involve employees in identifying their own reasonable accommodation needs. In this case study, 5 people with multiple sclerosis (MS) completed the WES. They reported symptoms typical of MS (chronic fatigue, muscle weakness, balance/coordination problems, cognitive disturbances, and blurred vision) that interfered with their capacity to perform essential job functions. Survey results highlight specific work limitations experienced by MS patients and identify desired reasonable accommodations in the areas of accessibility, essential job functions, career mastery, and job satisfaction.