Eating Recovery Center | Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center interview questions

I had 1 screening with a recruiter to qualify and 4 interviews. The first 3 interviews were good and focused on my strengths and the position. I met with the CEO and the Founder in the last scheduled interview. That is when the interview process became unfocused. The first red flag, the CEO started the conversation by noting that she spent time on the internet looking at/for me (various sites and social media...I guess) and my prior employers. The job doesn't call for that and is highly inappropriate. Her internet search immediately made me uneasy because we were starting off with boundary issues. No interviewer should attempt to look online for candidates (Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.) unless this is an active part of the job (ie social media specialist) -or- a candidate has provided an invitation. This is an old-school mindset that invites bias into the interviewing process. Not to mention the legal ramifications. The second red flag, the CEO spent half the interview asking me about my current employer (what they do, etc.). In short, it wasn't about my talent, what I could bring to the table, or what I had accomplished. I was excited about the position until I met the executive team. I was just disappointed at the lack of boundaries and questions being asked. Other red flags in the interviewing process include the following: 1. The executive team lacks diversity, color, and representation. 2. During the interview process, I did not meet one VP or executive of color. 3. The Founder gave some hints that he wasn't ready for change and may not be open to listening/partnering with any team member that is not on his level (medical doctor). After my last interview with the CEO and Founder, I did not think I would get an offer because they did not show a great deal of interest in me professionally. However, I did spend time thinking about what I would do if I did get an offer and how I would handle some of the red flags I mentioned earlier in this review. The VPs were excited about change and becoming a more inclusive space. But I did not get that same vibe from the CEO and Founder. If the CEO is not interested in change, what does that mean for the position? It took 2 days and I did get a call acknowledging that I was not selected. I do appreciate their promptness in letting me know. Their HR team is fairly new, and it looks like they are trying to make good changes. But the challenge will be a reluctant CEO. I have read some of their reviews from clients, former employees, and current employees. I see and have experienced (just in my short time interacting) current themes. A. Lack of respect and understanding from executive team members. B. Lack of diversity and inclusion. C. "Just do your job and shut up" attitude from executives. After meeting with various team members, this feels very much like an executive leadership issue. I wonder if they are prepared to embrace any major changes impacting them and their behaviors.

Great interview process, everything was addressed and answered. I recommend this place of hire for everyone who is looking for a great job helping others in need of support and care.