- Do you feel safe? …
- Why do you think people become homeless/ …
- What is the best thing that happened to you this week? …
- What three words would you use to describe being homeless? …
- What is the hardest thing about being homeless? …
- What is the best thing that happened to you this week? …
- Anything you’d like us to know?
Pacifica Housing Support Worker Interviews – Perspectives on Homelessness
What candidates say about the interview process at Homeless Shelter
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The interview process was short. I was hired on my first interview.Shared on October 9, 2020 – Case Manager, Hotel Hope – New Orleans, LA
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Just be honestShared on September 2, 2019 – Short Order Cook – Rochelle, IL
What advice do candidates give for interviewing at Homeless Shelter
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Be confident and know that your doing it to help othersShared on November 18, 2019
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I would recommend that they are genuine, kind, and helpful people.Shared on September 5, 2019 – Community Service Volunteer – Spokane, WA
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Be yourselfShared on June 21, 2019 – Volunteer – Phoenix, AZ
How candidates received their first interview at Homeless Shelter
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VolunteeredShared on August 2, 2018 – Volunteer – Dayton, OH
Interviews for Top Jobs at People Assisting The Homeless
Case Manager Interview
I applied online. I interviewed at People Assisting The Homeless
Interview
The process was fairly easy. I did a group interview but this was in 2018. The questions were very generic around case management experience. I would suggest coming up with a script for basic scenario questions.
- What do you need from your supervisor to be successful at your job?
Rapid Rehousing Case Manager Interview
I applied online. I interviewed at People Assisting The Homeless in May 2021
Interview
Virtual interview with 2 individuals. Ask questions about role, past experience, and essential job duties. Once interviewed, received an offer 3 days later. Overall process was easy and stress free.
- After reviewing the job description, how would you describe the role?
Interviewer Interview
I applied online. I interviewed at People Assisting The Homeless
Interview
i have to say that the interview was not as hard as one would expect, just relax and take your time to answer all questions truthfully and don’t be afraid to ask them questions as well
- basic questions of why i was interested to work there
Highlight Intake and Orientation Experience
When new clients approach the shelter for housing, the staff interacts with them and helps them get settled. Part of this process involves determining whether someone is eligible to stay at the shelter. Some shelters have income limits, while others are open only to women or men. Specific procedures for verifying eligibility vary from shelter to shelter, but might require having clients fill out paperwork. When a client is accepted, an orientation is conducted for new residents of the shelter. An interviewer might ask you how you would go about checking someones eligibility, and what you would do if someone is not eligible to stay at the shelter. In addition, you might be asked how you will explain procedures to new residents so they understand what is expected of them.
Tell me about your ability to work under pressure?
Answer tips:
Here’s where the ability to perform under fire comes into play. And, if possible, give an example that is relatable to the type of position that you are applying for.
The ideal way to respond to this question is to provide examples and situations of how you have handled stress in your previous jobs. In this way, the interviewer can establish a clear picture of how well you are likely to react when the going gets tough.
Pro tip: make sure you are not referencing a time when your lack of organization or communication put you in a “self induced” stressful scenario. This is to say, don’t share a story about how your procrastiation created a situation where you had to finish a project quickly.
Answer samples
What is the definition of homelessness?
The Department of Housing and Urban Development, Department of Health and Human Services, and the Department of Veterans Affairs considers a person to be homeless if they are sleeping outside, in a place not meant for human habitation such as a car or abandoned building, or in an emergency shelter or transitional housing program. Other federal agencies have different definitions of homelessness.
FAQ
What are some good questions to ask about homelessness?
- How many people are homeless in the United States? …
- What is the definition of homelessness? …
- Who experiences homelessness in the United States? …
- What causes homelessness? …
- What is the solution to homelessness? …
- Is homelessness an urban challenge?
What are the 3 main reasons why people become homeless?
- Substance Abuse. Starting with the cause people typically think of… …
- Housing Costs. One of the leading factors of homelessness is the lack of affordable housing. …
- Escaping Domestic Violence. …
- Poverty. …
- Disabilities and Mental Health.
What is the most important thing a homeless person needs?
Shelters will always be grateful for donations of shampoo, soap, shaving supplies, tampons, and feminine pads. Travel-size products allow individuals to carry these supplies in their own bags, as well.
Why do you want to work with homelessness?
