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Question 17 of 30 for our Youth Worker Mock Interview

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Question 17 of 30

We conduct thorough background checks. Can you pass a criminal, education, drug check, and a physical?

Before your interview, make sure you are clear on all of the requirements for the job. Depending on your location, the employer will require different background testing to ensure that you are a person safe to work around children and youth.

If asked to perform a background check or medical test that makes you uncomfortable, be sure to research and confirm that what the interviewer is proposing is a legal request in your area. For instance, in some regions of Canada, a Youth Worker may be required to comply with a TB test. Where in the USA, other blood tests may be necessary.

When an interviewer asks this question, it's best to be completely honest. If you think something might show up in your tests, tell them upfront. Even if you had a misdemeanor that is now expunged from your record, you might want to share this information.

Be honest in the interview and show that you have integrity. If the answer is no, you will not pass a particular test, share the necessary details. If the answer is yes, you will pass these tests; then, you can give a brief response that is to the point.

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  • 17. We conduct thorough background checks. Can you pass a criminal, education, drug check, and a physical?

      What You Need to Know

      Before your interview, make sure you are clear on all of the requirements for the job. Depending on your location, the employer will require different background testing to ensure that you are a person safe to work around children and youth.

      If asked to perform a background check or medical test that makes you uncomfortable, be sure to research and confirm that what the interviewer is proposing is a legal request in your area. For instance, in some regions of Canada, a Youth Worker may be required to comply with a TB test. Where in the USA, other blood tests may be necessary.

      When an interviewer asks this question, it's best to be completely honest. If you think something might show up in your tests, tell them upfront. Even if you had a misdemeanor that is now expunged from your record, you might want to share this information.

      Be honest in the interview and show that you have integrity. If the answer is no, you will not pass a particular test, share the necessary details. If the answer is yes, you will pass these tests; then, you can give a brief response that is to the point.

      Written by Rachelle Enns on May 21st, 2013

      Entry Level Example

      "Yes, I can pass all of the tests that you require."

      Written by Kevin Downey on December 9th, 2022

      Experienced Example

      "I can pass your education and drug test, as well as any physical that you require. Although removed from my record now, I did have a mark on my criminal record as a youth for two counts of petty theft. I was never convicted, and my record was sealed. Of course, my record has remained clean for the past twenty years."

      Written by Kevin Downey on December 9th, 2022

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      Anonymous Answer

      "Yes, I can pass a background check."

      Rachelle's Feedback

      Short and sweet, and to the point! :)
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