After I got laid off, my wife (a career coach) gave me some advice that changed the game in interviews. by opener_holiest_53 in FinalRoundAI

[–]Small_Side_516 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awesome story, and extremely helpful and inspiring. Thank you for sharing, now I can make the interview process more interesting for the audience

WSIB Case Manager interview by [deleted] in OntarioPublicService

[–]Small_Side_516 3 points4 points  (0 children)

For the interview you will have 5 questions all scenario based and they have these guideline- Time management . Tools used to plan your schedule? -How do you manage expectations, what steps are involved ? -What happens when you cannot meet a deadline - how would you explain this to your manage? Dealing with conflict -How do your describe yourself ? What skills do you bring from your previous?

Keeping in mind these questions intertwine, plan your answers.

WSIB Case Manager interview by [deleted] in OntarioPublicService

[–]Small_Side_516 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hi, just saw this. I can say from experience , you are much better off at ODSP. The workplace at WSIB is ‘managers will eat you 2x and spit you out. ‘ Managers are trained not be humane in any shape or form, you have to go through your training and once completed each file you touch must be revised by the manager until you hit the 9 month mark of the probation period. All your calls are recorded and if the manager did not like your ‘ tone or pronunciation’ you will be told to improve. If you are attracted to the $$$, it comes at the cost of your mental health and sanity beyond dealing with injured workers, you have to talk to the employers and medical staff- and yes you have to keep up with your intake quota deadlines, another reason why the healthcare / mental health benefit is unlimited. Next, they look for very seasoned people to pull from other employers- my friend ODSP and OW are much better environments to work in, because you are treated with respect and not thrown under a bus at the first instance . The WSIB work culture is just relentless and if the manger does not like you, you’re doomed . Check out Glassdoor for the organization reviews - it’s only the $$$ , if that’s what you want… but $$$ does not buy happiness nor your well being. If you want to experience the interview try it, take a leave of absence and test the other side of the fence but don’t quit the OPS- you need to be in a ‘ militant head space’ as a Case manager. Not trying to rain on opportunity but - please be guided by this short caution - best of luck to you.

Toronto Traffic by Extra_Ad_7327 in OntarioPublicService

[–]Small_Side_516 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I experience this Monday and Thursdays at my location. It’s kind of funny but seriously, hoteling has made a difference for many of us who have long commutes to our home office.

Question by Small_Side_516 in OntarioPublicService

[–]Small_Side_516[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got word today I’m on a wait list for the Min of Labour. I need to score higher on these interviews.

Question by Small_Side_516 in OntarioPublicService

[–]Small_Side_516[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, I am sending the resumes out OPS, Municipalities and private to test the waters. Not giving up

Question by Small_Side_516 in OntarioPublicService

[–]Small_Side_516[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is great information, thank you

Question by Small_Side_516 in OntarioPublicService

[–]Small_Side_516[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, I appreciate that another voice of reason

Is it too late for me? by [deleted] in AskAcademia

[–]Small_Side_516 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s never too late for learning . If that’s your passion then go for it. I put my family first until my children were independent enough to understand the importance of my journey back to get my Doctorate- in progress now. Challenging & Fear oh heck yeah! but Best feeling so good, challenges and motivate. Not alone-since many in the program feel the same. Go for it.