How to Answer: What do you know about our facility/organization?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Mental Health Counselor job interview.
13. What do you know about our facility/organization?
How to Answer
Before your interview, you must do your research on the opportunity. The more you know, the more engaged you will be in your interview, and the better you can target your interview answers. Find out what you can online by searching the organizations' website, looking at recent news releases, or even reading client reviews if applicable. Look for information on the values and mission of the organization.
Think about some of the workplace factors that you value as a Mental Health Counselor. These factors could include a healthy work environment, a history of regulatory compliance, or a lot of community involvement. When you respond, be sure to make the connection between your research/findings and what you are looking for in your next opportunity.
Written by Ryan Brown on August 11th, 2014
Entry Level Example
"I know that your organization focus' on helping the local low-income population, and that's one of the reasons why I have eagerly applied to work here. While completing my undergraduate degree, I took sociology courses. Through this coursework, I realized that while everyone needs to take care of their mental health, low-income populations are most negatively affected by a lack of mental health care and treatment options. I vowed to build my career around making a valuable impact and helping the underserved in my community. In addition to these motivators, I've heard so many success stories coming from your mental health counseling program. I'm hoping to get the chance to learn, grow, and develop as a Mental Health Counselor with the guidance of your esteemed team."
Written by Rachelle Enns on August 15th, 2020
Answer Example
"I know that your facility is composed of a variety of mental health workers that represent various psychological and counseling perspectives and strategies. I know that you work closely with your clients' physicians to ensure that their medications align well with their progress in therapy. Research shows me that you have occupational therapists and outreach workers that perform home visits and help clients make it to their therapy sessions and doctor appointments. I also understand that your clinic is known for working as a multidisciplinary team to meet client needs. I have heard many good things about your presence in this community. I feel that I could add significant value from my early experience as an outreach worker and my education in mental health. I place a great deal of value on providing my clients with a multitude of valuable resources, and I know your organization values the same. I respect the approach here because it's progressive, creative, and focused on client engagement throughout the entire treatment process."
Written by Ryan Brown on August 11th, 2014
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