Activity Director Mock Interview
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What type of cognitive programs would you enjoy implementing at our facility?
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Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
The types of cognitive programs you would enjoy implementing should be based on the clientele at the facility. Suppose you are applying to a memory care facility where the majority of the residents have Alzheimer's. In that case, your program will differ from that of a cognitive program at a retirement home. Research the facility before your interview to see what programs are already offered and suggest something different than what they already have.
Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
"After looking at your activity schedule and what programs you offer, I would implement the following cognitive programs: large piece puzzles, memory games, and scrapbooking. All of these activities stimulate the brain and have been shown to improve cognitive abilities."
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After reviewing the activity calendar, I would add some word games and puzzles for the residents to participate in. This could include Scrabble tournaments or Words with Friends online, or even word searches and crossword puzzles that are circulated on a regular basis. If people were not motivated to participate, I might even add prizes to certain activities, as an incentive.
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Excellent! These are great recommendations. Do you have prior experience running these sorts of cognitive activities? If so, make sure to mention it. Also, consider talking about the benefits you believe the residents will gain from these programs. Nice job!
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