Youth Worker Mock Interview
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Question 16 of 30
We conduct thorough background checks. Can you pass a criminal, education, drug check, and a physical?
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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
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.
Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"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."
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"Yes, I can pass all of the tests that you require."
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Anonymous Answer
Yes, I can pass a background check.
Rachelle's Feedback
Short and sweet, and to the point! :)
Anonymous Answer
Yes
Stephanie's Feedback
Absolutely! I understand that background checks are an important part of the hiring process. and I can confidently assure you that I will pass a criminal, education, drug check, and a physical.
Anonymous Answer
Yes, I can.
Stephanie's Feedback
Great--this is an important aspect of the job!
Anonymous Answer
yes
Stephanie's Feedback
Great!
Anonymous Answer
Yes, all of those things will be passed.
Stephanie's Feedback
Great!
Anonymous Answer
Yes, I've never had a criminal history or partook in illegal activity. I've also had DBS checks completed to work with children and have never been denied or red-flagged on a background check.
Marcie's Feedback
Nice! It's great that you have never participated in criminal or illegal activity. The interviewer will also appreciate that you've passed DBS checks before in the past. Don't forget to also assure the interviewer that you will pass any education, drug, or physical checks as well. Good job!
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