[humanser] questions: upcoming job interview

[Lisa Irving]

Hello All: 

I am preparing for an upcoming interview. I have a number of questions.
Before I share the questions I would like to provide some information about
the position. 

 

I am interviewing for a part-time Para professional position which will last
six to nine months. I am applying to work as a Peer Support Specialist
Activity Assistant. The job position is both center-based, at a clubhouse,
and community based, at volunteer sites. The clubhouse operates under the
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Model and is funded in-part through County
Health and Human Services. Unexpectedly I learned about the driving
requirement at the time I was offered the interview. 

 

Instead of focusing on what I don't have; a driver's license and the ability
to transport members in a six passenger van, I focused on incorporating
travel training into the existing program model. Nevertheless, the
interviewer is still very hesitant because of the program's day-to-day
schedule and time constraints. How can I address this concern and keep the
focus on alternative transportation to and from volunteer sites?  

 

I have a couple more questions. A friend advised me to have prepared
responses to my ability to supervise and maintain the safety of the members.
I would like to redirect the focus that sight is the only acceptable means
to maintain safety and to supervise members. How can I accomplish this? 

 

I anticipate there may be some questions or concerns about the presence of
my guide dog in the clubhouse setting. A friend pointed out that I might be
asked how I will maintain the safety of my guide dog under a variety of
circumstances within the clubhouse. Also, I am expected to assist members
when they volunteer at food distribution sites and at a pet store based cat
rescue program. I already have partial answers because our local NFB chapter
volunteers at a neighborhood feeding program, and my guide dog and I are
owned by a cat.  

 

With immense gratitude,

Lisa Irving, B. S. Recreation and Leisure Studies, Certified Peer Support
Specialist