Larkin Street Youth Services Interview Questions
& Process
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Larkin Street Youth Services
Case Manager
Entry Difficult Negative experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Take home Technical screen Onsite Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral
I went through 3 interviews that went quite well. I was given an offer that was then rescinded once I asked if it were possible to attend a personal therapy session (via zoom) during my lunch break at work once a week. They definitely perpetuated the whole "self-care and wellness" sentiment to their employees but then when I made a small request they decided they would rather rescind an offer for "unforeseen circumstances" than even attempt to accommodate my own mental health needs and work with me. So, if you want to work here prepare to sacrifice your needs and health and submit to these hypocrites who would rather work you to death than see you rise and improve.
Confirmed questions1 question
- How do you take care of yourself to avoid burnout?
Larkin Street Youth Services
Recruiter
Entry Average Negative experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Background check
Interview formats
Behavioral Other
This was a really bad experience, and it seems like a toxic place to work. During a major COVID-19 spike, the Employee Relations Manager insisted candidates come to the office, even though remote work was clearly an option. People in the office looked miserable, no one wore masks, and the manager made it clear they didn't believe in the virus or follow CDC guidelines. The interview itself was intense and they grilled me on irrelevant things. They cut me off after exactly 2 minutes, which felt demeaning and like they didn't care what I said. I felt really uncomfortable. I decided not to continue due to the red flags. They then texted, messaged, and added me on social media, which felt like a privacy violation and was way out of line for HR. For a non-profit, their values seem messed up. I couldn't get out of there fast enough.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Rank these candidate qualities from most to least important: soft skills, hard skills, punctuality, and attendance.
Larkin Street Youth Services
Residential Counselor
Mid Easy Negative experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
This was a major shade interview experience. I went in for an interview and felt like my personal and professional experience was completely ignored, despite having more than enough experience with multiple years in social services and in non-profit administration. The interviewers were distant and didn't consider my experiences. I admire their mission but it seems like a total non-profit racket. Don't waste your time.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What is your understanding of harm reduction?
Larkin Street Youth Services
Program Specialist
Mid Easy Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Phone screen Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The interview process included a phone screening followed by two more interviews. You could do these in person or virtually. It wasn't too tough, just make sure you understand the organization's mission and can talk about your related experiences. Knowing about the harm reduction framework and trauma-informed care is helpful.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Tell me about your strategies for de-escalating conflicts and provide some scenarios.
Larkin Street Youth Services Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Larkin Street Youth Services interview reports.
“What is your understanding of harm reduction?”
Read reports →“How do you take care of yourself to avoid burnout?”
Read reports →“Describe a situation where your attempt at implementing change was unsuccessful.”
Read reports →“What are your strategies for handling stress?”
Read reports →“What are your thoughts on managing 12 clients by yourself?”
Read report →“Why are you interested in this program? Make sure you've done your research beforehand.”
Read report →“What feedback would your colleagues give about you?”
Read report →“Tell me about your strategies for de-escalating conflicts and provide some scenarios.”
Read report →“Describe a situation where you were successful in implementing change.”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 10 Larkin Street Youth Services interview reports.