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Question 8 of 30 for our Youth Worker Mock Interview

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Question 8 of 30

If hired, how would you begin to assess the needs of the youth in our program?

"When it comes to youth, I use a variety of assessment techniques. I first take into consideration the preferred approach, as per my job training. I have experience with intakes, and each time I take on a new client, I assess their circumstances, their individual needs, and their unique goals, and make recommendations regarding the program type or approach that would best suit their needs, per the organization's policies and guidelines."

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  • 8. If hired, how would you begin to assess the needs of the youth in our program?

      What You Need to Know

      Most organizations will have strict methods for measuring the needs of the participants in their programs. Be prepared to discuss how you monitor and review the quality and efficacy of a program, ensuring that it is supporting the youth.

      As a Youth Worker, part of your role is to be observant and maintain accuracy in your assessments, notes, and recommendations. Your assessment methods should be helpful when making changes to organizational policies or the design of a program.

      If you bring experience in program design, then take the time to talk about surveys or questionnaires you have implemented. The interviewer will want to hear that you are mindful of your approach and the organizations' policies and guidelines.

      Written by Rachelle Enns on May 21st, 2013

      Entry Level Example

      "When it comes to youth, I use a variety of assessment techniques. I first take into consideration the preferred approach, as per my job training. I have experience with intakes, and each time I take on a new client, I assess their circumstances, their individual needs, and their unique goals, and make recommendations regarding the program type or approach that would best suit their needs, per the organization's policies and guidelines."

      Written by Kevin Downey on December 9th, 2022

      Experienced Example

      "I diligently look out for numerous clues. First, I would assess if they appear malnourished, poorly groomed, or if it seems they are at risk of self-harm. I'd pay attention to who they are hanging out with, what their body language informs me, and how they choose to present themselves to the world. I'd take note of their attention level, if they are maintaining eye contact, and if their eyes are clear. Then, I'd create a preliminary action plan based on those factors."

      Written by Kevin Downey on December 9th, 2022

      Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback

      Anonymous Answer

      "I assessed the need for the youth program with the support of the organization implementing it. After implementing prepared a report for evaluation through feedback and survey, then submitted to the organization."

      Rachelle's Feedback

      It sounds like you are well structured in your work, which is wonderful. I have reworded slightly to help with flow.
      "In my current role, I assessed the needs by (action steps). Once I identified these needs, I gained the support of my organization to implement the program. Once the program was implemented, I prepared a report for evaluation by gaining feedback in the form of a survey. Then, I submitted the report to my organization."
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