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Mental Health Interview Process

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Before I accepted my current role with the health department, I was originally hired by the county Sheriff’s department. The selection processes consisted of an Application Mental Health Exam, Medical Exam, Preliminary Interview, Background Check and Polygraph examination.
In comparing only two of the methods, I’d like to focus on the mental health and polygraph exam. Beginning with the mental health evaluation itself, it was a rigorous process that consisted of over a three hour questionnaire of life events, views, fears and successes and secrets. The process was later extended to speaking with a metal health counselor. Working in the police force, it is important to know if you have someone who is reliable, both psychically and mentally.

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