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Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
When asked this question in an interview, you should use three words that are skills or qualities needed for the position. As a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, desirable attributes include patience, compassion, creativity, honesty, excellent communication, listening skills, leadership, and problem-solving and critical thinking skills. You can use past performance reviews or a letter of recommendation to find three words your former employer used to describe you. Give examples for each.

Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
"In my past performance reviews, my previous employer described me as a patient, compassionate person with excellent communication skills. He said I am patient with even the most difficult individuals and have compassion for all around me. My previous employer also said my verbal and written communication skills were exemplary, and he would highly recommend me for the position of Therapeutic Recreation Specialist."

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