A PERCEPÇÃO E O ADOECIMENTO DE TRABALHADORES OPERACIONAIS DESQUALIFICADOS DIANTE DA INVISIBILIDADE SOCIAL DE SEUS TRABALHOS

Abstract

Introduction: Work represents a fundamental condition in human existence, in which the individual creates and transforms the environment in which he lives and also his subjectivity is transformed through it. It is understood that the importance given to the meaning of the work activity by the individual and the perception of disqualification or invisibility due to its function, can bring consequences to the psychic apparatus of the one performing the socially disqualified function. Objective: To understand how operational workers in the cleaning area of a private university center in Salvador-BA perceive social invisibility in the organizational context, as well as the way it interferes in their subjectivity. Method: Qualitative and exploratory study, with data collection through individual half structured interviews, performed with outsourced professionals. Results: It was identified that most professionals feel devalued by their profession; some of them have been subjected to episodes of great disrespect and humiliation and do not feel professional. Salvador-BA. Conclusion: Invisibility at work goes beyond disrespect and devaluation. The participants had internalized the lack of visibility, or put themselves in the position of not deserving it, once they believe that their work is disqualified.