In the realm of behavioral health, what do you consider your specialty?
"One of my specialties is in my ability to sense the needs of others. I'm able to tailor my interaction"‹ based on the need of each child, coworker or fellow professional. I have taught many new therapists on non-verbal and verbal cues of patients, and am currently writing a paper on these methods."
Show the interviewer your passion and the reason you got into this profession in the first place. Discuss your particular area of interest and why you think so in the first place. Explain to the interviewer that your specialty is because of a personal reason or something that you really enjoyed learning about.
"Addictions and substance abuse are my specialties in the behavioral health arena. I had a close friend in college who I lost due to heroine addiction and ever since then I have made it my goal to help people that suffer vicious cycles of addictions. I want to be there for patients who unfortunately have to turn to drugs because of the circumstances surrounding them. I am particularly interested in working at this facility - since this clinic has one of the best addictions/substance abuse programs in the country."
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Anonymous Answer
My ability to sense the needs of others is my specialty. I can adjust my interaction to meet the need of each client, co-worker, or professional.
Rachelle's Feedback
You sound highly intuitive and sensitive to others - very important qualities in your line of work. Well said!
