School Counselor Mock Interview
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Question 27 of 40
As a counselor, how would you use your role to prevent violence in school?
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"For me, prevention is still better than cure. Because of this, I will ensure that information drive in the school is intensive across all grade levels. Students who are prone to being violent should know that we do not tolerate violence, while the rest should know that they can turn to the school for help and support should they be the object of violence. Apart from this, I will also encourage the implementation of school activities (e.g. sports, arts, music). Violence is a result of negative energy so I believe that if we keep students busy with productive activities, it will make them more positive individuals."
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Violence prevention programs and conflict resolution training/groups. I think being a positive, welcoming presence has a lot of value. And I have access to a crisis management plan that was developed by one of my professors who works in the field if such a program needs to be developed in the district.
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Great ideas--I've provided a suggestion for a slight rewording of your response in the "Revised Answer" section.
As a school counselor, I view myself as a meaningful source of knowledge and support in the area of violence prevention. I will develop and deliver violence prevention programs and conflict resolution training/groups, designed to help students express themselves in a healthy, positive way. I think that my positive, welcoming presence will also have a lot of value. Additionally, I have access to a crisis management plan that was developed by one of my professors who works in the field, if such a program needs to be developed in the district.
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Prevention is key. Therefore, as a school counselor, I will ensure that violence prevention programs are put into place such as classroom guidance lessons offered to each grade level that teach conflict management skills, anger management, empathy, and kindness. For students who have a challenge expressing themselves appropriately when feeling upset, I can create a group that will equip them with skills to resolve their conflicts peacefully and manage their emotions appropriately.
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These are great strategies to share with the interviewer!
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