Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Mock Interview

Practice 30 Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor interview questions covering case management, disability assessment, and client advocacy.

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What do you know about our organization?

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Heather Douglass

Heather Douglass has over 20 years of experience as a Career Coach, Recruiter, and HR Specialist. Much of her experience is as a Technical Recruiter in the healthcare industry.

"I know that you all have earned numerous awards since you have been open over the last 4 years. I know I'd like to be apart of the team."

Heather Douglass

Heather Douglass has over 20 years of experience as a Career Coach, Recruiter, and HR Specialist. Much of her experience is as a Technical Recruiter in the healthcare industry.

A solid answer to this common interview question will set you apart from the other candidates. It is important to research the company website. Familiarize yourself with its history, Board of Directors, products, mission, and current projects. Mention professional awards and honors received the by the company as well as future projects that illustrate your interest in where the company is headed. Discussing the future of the organization is a win-win because it also establishes your interest in professional longevity.

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You are a federally funded provider of services for individuals with physical and mental disabilities to increase their independence. The human service mission to provide employment services to the disabled population aligns with my desire to help customers reach their goal of autonomy.

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Your response shows your clear knowledge of the organization and the services provided. You could strengthen your response by adding a touch of personalization such as, "The mission and values of your organization align perfectly with my professional goals."

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There is a DVR in each state that delegates to local offices to better serve clients.
DVR works with clients to determine their career goals.
Then it is determined if training is appropriate for the particular job seeker.
There are multiple funding streams that pay for job development & coaching, training, accommodations, & needed technological devices.

Stephanie's Feedback

Great--it sounds like you've really done your research!

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30Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Interview Questions & Answers

1.What is the most difficult situation you have had to face as a vocational rehabilitation counselor, and how did you tackle it?

2.Tell me about an accomplishment you are most proud of.

3.What have you done to further your own professional development in the past 5 years?

4.What do you feel is the most important skill a vocational rehabilitation counselor should possess?

5.What do you know about our organization?

6.Where do you see yourself in five years?

7.What is your greatest strength? How does it help you as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor?

8.What is your greatest weakness? What are you doing to improve it?

9.Tell me about yourself.

10.What is your experience with our local demographic?

11.Tell me about a successful case you were involved in.

12.Are people naturally at ease with you?

13.Why should we hire you?

14.What are your qualifications in regard to this job?

15.How do you handle stressful situations?

16.For twelve months, you are unable to find a client a job, how do you stay focused and think of new ideas to get this person working?

17.If a client is unmotivated to find work, how do you react?

18.What area of VR work do you find challenging? How do you try and improve upon those challenges?

19.How do you check if a work placement was a success?

20.As a vocational rehabilitation counselor, how do you empower and motivate your clients?

21.As a vocational rehabilitation counselor your range of clients will be from people coping with physical disabilities, injuries, mental illness and substance abuse problems. Are there any types of clients you have difficulty working with?