So, I had my interview this morning. Much to my surprise it was a performance interview with the TEACCH organization here in North Carolina. TEACCH is an organization that provides support to families with Autistic children here in North Carolina. There are branches all over the state and they do everything from testing and diagnosis to counseling and support groups for families. They ARE services for the Autistic here and from what I can tell a totally wonderful group. So, the morning began with Steve working with "L", the client. I was in another room observing through one way glass. I observed for about 15 minutes which gave me a chance to ask any questions I needed to about "L". Then it was my turn. I was given a basket of tabletop work tasks and asked to pick 3 that I thought "L" would be able to do and enjoy. I was given the option to offer a snack. Then I got to work. It was a bit nerve wracking to know that there were 4 people in the other room watching and listening. It all went well and "L" was a pleasure to work with and very focused on what we were doing.
The second part of the performance part of the morning came when I had to do a mock interview with one of the TEACCH staff posing as a parent wanting to place her son in our Group Home. That was tough, as she asked some specific questions and I had to answer as honestly as I could. I relied on my gut instinct and just hoped that if I gave incorrect policy information they would realize it is because I haven't actually been hired yet so it is not information I would know for sure. The 15 minutes that we were told to fill just flew by.
the third part of the morning came in the form of a more formal sit down interview with the two senior staff in the office, who were also observing me. They asked me questions about what they observed as well as the usual interview questions. I felt more secure about this part of the interview, as it is just a more familiar format.
As I left, the executive director of the Group Home shared with me that I am one of 2 final candidates.....so I have a 50/50 shot at getting this job. I will be SO relieved when this is all over. It is out of my hands at this point and all I can do is wait. I should know something by Monday.
I'll keep you all posted. Thanks for all the well wishes, they are appreciated!
Linda
The second part of the performance part of the morning came when I had to do a mock interview with one of the TEACCH staff posing as a parent wanting to place her son in our Group Home. That was tough, as she asked some specific questions and I had to answer as honestly as I could. I relied on my gut instinct and just hoped that if I gave incorrect policy information they would realize it is because I haven't actually been hired yet so it is not information I would know for sure. The 15 minutes that we were told to fill just flew by.
the third part of the morning came in the form of a more formal sit down interview with the two senior staff in the office, who were also observing me. They asked me questions about what they observed as well as the usual interview questions. I felt more secure about this part of the interview, as it is just a more familiar format.
As I left, the executive director of the Group Home shared with me that I am one of 2 final candidates.....so I have a 50/50 shot at getting this job. I will be SO relieved when this is all over. It is out of my hands at this point and all I can do is wait. I should know something by Monday.
I'll keep you all posted. Thanks for all the well wishes, they are appreciated!
Linda
