How to Answer: What characteristics make you a great fit for this role?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Recreational Therapists job interview.
14. What characteristics make you a great fit for this role?
How to Answer
Look over the job description before your interview to notice the qualities the company is looking for. Now think about how you embody some of those traits. Recreational therapists need to have excellent communication skills and people skills. You will also need to be patient and flexible. Make a list of your top five characteristics that would help you meet the criteria for the role. Show off your strengths to prove to the interviewer that you are the best fit for this role!
Written by Elisabeth Walter
Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback
Anonymous Answer
"I am compassionate, patient, have great excellent communication skills, and dependable."
Stephanie's Feedback
These are all valuable strengths and align closely with the role of the recreational therapist! I have created a slightly restated response in the "Revised Answer" section, to improve detail and clarity.
"I possess many valuable characteristics that make me a great fit for this work. I have a deep passion for the elderly population, and I am compassionate, patient, and dependable. Additionally, I have exceptional communication skills."