How to Answer: What aspects of therapeutic recreation do you least enjoy?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Recreational Therapists job interview.
27. What aspects of therapeutic recreation do you least enjoy?
How to Answer
First thing's first, you don't want to sound like you're complaining about the job. There may be some annoyances or tasks that you simply find tedious, but overall you still love your job. Think about some of the challenges, like dealing with a patient who is resistant or defiant. You may not enjoy filling out the paperwork at the end of the day. Or maybe you are working with a doctor that you disagree with, which makes your job more difficult. Be honest, but focus on what you are doing to cope. Show that you are resilient and positive, no matter the challenge!
Written by Elisabeth Walter
Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback
Anonymous Answer
"The least enjoyable part of my job is dealing with residents who are resistant or defiant."
Stephanie's Feedback
Good start, but to strengthen your response, you should add a bit more detail, in addition to emphasizing your ability to engage in all aspects of the work, even those you don't enjoy. I have included an example of how this could be restated in the "Revised Answer" section.
"My least favorite aspect of therapeutic recreation is dealing with patients who exhibit resistance or act defiantly. While this is challenging for me, I recognize the importance of being able to work effectively with all types of patients, and I tend to take these types of behaviors in stride."