SVSE program staff interview questions and considerations

This guide is created to help programs and communities hire staff that is well suited for the work of supervised visitation programs. The questions and considerations are designed to help interviewers listen to the qualities and skills that are inherent to a strong candidate for visitation work. The nuts and bolts of visitation work can be taught however there are particular beliefs and qualities that are imperative to this work that is more difficult to teach if someone does not already possess them. Not everyone is a good fit for this work. The ability to hold compassion and empathy as well as the ability to ensure no further harm comes to adult and child victims requires great skill and self-awareness. Please refer to the “Supervised Visitation Center Staff Qualifications” document provided by Inspire Action for further information on the qualities you may want to look for in a potential candidate.