Department of Juvenile Justice Mock Interview
Practice 30 Department of Juvenile Justice interview questions covering youth advocacy, crisis intervention, and rehabilitation philosophy.
Question 25 of 30
Do you have children?
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Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
"I do have children. I am doing my part to educate them on the difficulties they face, as well as the difficulties others face who aren't as privileged as they are. I am grateful to have had the chance to raise my kids right. But the kids in the system are a different story. They need help, but they're not my kids. There's a distinction there, one I'll not lose sight of."
Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
The test here is in how you present your answer and in how you interpret the question. They'll be looking for any emotional tells or biases you'll exhibit towards the juveniles you'll be working with when answering this question.
Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
Be honest in your answer and offer your motives for pursuing the position. Try to remain unbiased, pragmatic, and objective in your view. The aim is not to come across as vulnerable or easily manipulated by the juvenile you'll be working with. The last thing you want to do is inadvertently present yourself as a liability.
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