Substance Abuse Social Worker Mock Interview
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Question 25 of 30
Why did you leave your last job?
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Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
The interviewer wants to see if you were fired, gave notice, or were furloughed. If you were fired, they want to know if you admit why you were fired, if you take responsibility, and what you learned from the experience. If you gave notice, they want to understand what you did not like about your job to see if you would fit in with the company culture.
Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
Focus on being direct and honest when explaining why you left your last place of employment. If you gave notice, were furloughed, or were fired, describe the circumstances behind your departure. Be sure to end your response on a positive note and tell the interviewer how you are excited to have the opportunity to interview for the position with their company.
Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
"I left my last job because there was no room for professional growth or advancement. I want to work in a supervisory position, but that was not possible in my previous place of employment because of the company structure. I gave my two weeks' notice and left on good terms. I have an excellent letter of recommendation if you would like a copy for your records."
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