School Counselor Mock Interview
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Question 33 of 40
What is your experience with parenting programs?
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Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
A job that involves students would involve their parents. It would also help to research the general profile of the students in the school so you have an idea of the kind of parents you will encounter (e.g. middle class/upper class, rural/suburban) That way, you can tailor fit your answer depending on their profile.
Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
"There was a time when we had to conduct an information drive on negative effects of bullying and we had to involve the Parent-Teacher Association to create a symposium. It was challenging to get everybody together to plan the event, but because I was able to discuss the objective of the program to everyone involved, it became easier to get their support. Overall, the event was a success, and as a follow through, we allot a section of our succeeding Parent-Teacher meetings by discussing any concerns, incidents or questions that they may have regarding bullying."
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I have received training in PCIT, Parent-Child Interactive Therapy, and have presented some of these materials to interested parents. I have also referred parents, who have children who are difficult, to the Parent Project, which is a program to help manage behavioral concerns.
Stephanie's Feedback
From this response, it's evident that you have received significant training in supporting parents. My only feedback would be changing the wording around "children who are difficult," as this could be misunderstood in a negative way. Instead, you could refer to these young people as "children exhibiting behavioral concerns," or "children experiencing difficulties." This type of language is a bit more strengths-focused.
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In the past, we had a parenting program that the social worker and I organized quarterly. Sometimes we would preset topics and other times we would invite guest speakers to present on Signs of Suicide, Bullying, or Internet safety.
Cindy's Feedback
Great. Give an example of a specific parenting program, your contribution, and the outcome. This will help the interviewer envision your skills and apply them to his/her workplace.
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