Interview Questions
CAREGiver Skills
Red Flag Answers
100

I want to work with healthcare professionals like yours that strive to provide the best care for seniors every day.

Why do you want to work with Home Instead? 

100

The ability to feel for others

What is compassion and empathy? 

100

I don't have any weaknesses. 

What's your biggest weakness or something you would like to improve on? 

200

I am too sensitive and can get over emotional sometimes. 

What is your biggest weakness? 

200

Ability to both listen effectively, interpret correctly, and confidently express themselves in order to facilitate conversations between the client and his or her family members, medical professionals, and other members of the care team.

What is communication?

200

I really need a job. 

What made you want to apply with us? 

300

The most important thing to remember is to stay patient, calm, and to not take anything personally. 

How do you respond to difficult clients? 

300

Ability to work independently and make informed decisions based on minute-to-minute changes on the client’s condition.

What is initiative?

300

I'm not too sure, I can do some days...maybe some overnights. I will have to get back to you. How much is the pay? 

When would you be available to work with us? 

400

As mentioned on your website, Home Instead was founded by Lori and Paul Hogan's personal experience with Paul's grandmother. This experience led Lori and Paul to wonder what other families in similar situations do, when it's just impossible to take care of a senior loved one.  

What do you know about Home Instead? 

400

Ability to spot when something is going wrong and report to the appropriate person.

What are observation skills?

400

I don't have any other numbers to provide you, I only know one person. 

Can you provide me with 4 references? 

500

Nope, I don't think so. 

Do you have any questions for me?

500

 Ability to establish rapport, build trust and otherwise nurture a strong, open relationship with clients.

What are interpersonal skills? 

500

I can't think of anything. 

Can you share some past experiences?