Behavioural Reference Check - Skilled Worker

W̱SÁNEĆ School Board Reference Check Form - Skilled Worker Applicants

Your Name(Required)
Please provide your email address should we need to contact you further.
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Please provide the full name of the candidate for which you are providing a reference.
Privacy Preference(Required)
The candidate has agreed that all references will be received in confidence and therefore, will not be shared with the candidate except in summary form with no reference to the party supplying the information. Do you wish to provide this reference to me in confidence?
Are any of your comments limited by a Confidentiality Agreement? If No, please respond: NO If Yes, please read and answer the following questions: What is the nature of this? Who is the designated spokesperson?
How long have you known the Candidate?(Required)
Rating Based on 5-Point Scale: 5 – Excellent – Demonstrated the criterion to an extremely high degree 4 – Good – Demonstrated the criterion to a fairly extensive degree 3 – Satisfactory – Demonstrated the criterion to an average or moderate degree 2 – Less than satisfactory – Demonstrated the criterion to a limited degree 1 – Poor – Demonstrated the criterion to minimal or no degree. Not Applicable: You have not observed the candidate in relation to this behavioural question. *Please rate the individual from 1-5 points for each skillset, in accordance with the rating system above to a maximum of 30 points total. Each question has 5 probes to assist you in determining an overall rating for each skillset. For example, when assessing perseverance in question #1 if the individual demonstrates all five indicators, then you would rate the individual 5/5. Please feel free to use the space provided to share any additional comments or concerns; however, the scoring for the 6 questions is ultimately what we will be utilizing to help determine the successful candidate.
1. Perseverance(Required)
Does the candidate demonstrate the following: • Does not easily give up when faced with adversity and challenge. • Sets high standards for self and others. • Willingly spends extra time to make sure work is done well. • Identifies needs and takes initiative to complete tasks. • Acknowledges mistakes and is willing to make changes.
Please share any additional comments or concerns below.
2. Communication(Required)
Does the candidate demonstrate the following: • Expresses oneself clearly. • Listens to and understands the communication of others. • Effectively presents information, ideas and principles. • Communicates respectfully. • Follows prescribed communication process.
Please share any additional comments or concerns below.
3. Interpersonal Skills(Required)
Does the candidate demonstrate the following: • Demonstrates ability to work with diverse groups of people / individuals in a respectful manner. • Demonstrates knowledge of strategies to work through conflict with others in a productive and respectful manner. • Perceives and reacts empathetically to the needs of others. • Displays a positive attitude towards working with others. • Is helpful.
Please share any additional comments or concerns below.
4. Decision Making & Judgment(Required)
Does the candidate demonstrate the following: • Tries different approaches to solve a problem before seeking assistance • Displays judgement in deciding when a situation requires intervention or assistance • Makes decisions in a timely manner
Please share any additional comments or concerns below.
5. Planning & Preparation(Required)
Does the candidate demonstrate the following: • Understands that building relationships creates a positive workplace climate • Takes active steps to build solid working relationships • Understands steps to building relationships include being friendly toward others • Views their relationship with supervisor as being important • Keeps supervisor informed, offers suggestions, gives honest input
Please share any additional comments or concerns below.
6. Specifics in relation to position applied for.(Required)
Does the candidate demonstrate the following: • Would this candidate be willing to learn and grow in this position? • Is the candidate a motivated individual that can complete tasks asked of them? • Is the candidate able to follow and execute a required plan independently? • Is the candidate forward-thinking and able to show what they can specifically bring to the role? • Does the candidate demonstrate leadership by taking responsibility for recognizing and developing potential for themselves in their role?
Please share any additional comments or concerns below.
End of reference check: Thank you very much for your contributions and time. Your feedback is appreciated. Feel free to provide any additional comments in the space below.