As a Behavioral Health Technician, what do you believe is your best asset?
"My best asset is"‹ my listening skills. I've come to learn that not every client wants a solution to their problem, some just want to be heard."
The interviewer wants you to highlight your best attribute. They are asking you what you think you are great at. You should highlight that one attribute but also give a specific example of why you think so.
"The ability to instill trust in my patients is my best asset. I can listen to patients and create treatment plans accordingly. I can also listen to physicians and take orders to improve patient care. For instance, there was an issue when I was conducting a team session - one of the patients was shy. She would barely talk mainly because she was abused as a child and thought that no one understood or cared. I went out of my way to include her in our discussions. I even encouraged her to schedule a private session with me and a physician where she was able to open up and trust me. She has now moved on to live a happier life and still lets me know how she doing from time to time."
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Anonymous Answer
My ability to form a trusting connection with my clients is my greatest asset. For instance, there was an issue when I was conducting a group therapy session - one of the patients was shy. It was very difficult for her to talk, as she was abused as a child, which led her to believe that no one understood or cared. I went out of my way to include her in our discussions. I even encouraged her to sit down with me and talk after the group, where she was able to open up and trust me.
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Wonderful example of your kind character in action. This is a nice, memorable story that will help you to stand out in the interview process.
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