Cedar Winters
Mount Pleasant,MI
Summary
I am a compassionate individual skilled in crisis management and trauma informed care. I am eager to leverage in promoting emotional well being, develop recreational activities and foster high quality care. I have a passion for helping those most vulnerable, be it mental, physical or recreational needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Technician
Bear River Health
Mount Pleasant, MI
08.2025 - Current
- Monitored patient behavior and provided crisis intervention and emotional support.
- Implemented therapeutic and uplifting activities to promote recovery and life skills development.
- Facilitated group sessions, conducted interactive educations and life skills sessions, encouraging appropriate peer support and engagement.
- Trained new staff on best practices for intervention techniques, correct documentation and display compassionate care.
- Documented client interactions and treatment outcomes in electronic health records thoroughly.
- Conducted regular drug screenings to monitor client adherence to treatment protocols, addressing non-compliance promptly to prevent setbacks in recovery progress, while also reporting results to the necessary care team including legal entities.
- Collaborated with community resources and personal relationships to coordinate aftercare services for clients transitioning out of the program.
- Assisted clients in developing essential life skills such as time management, problem-solving, and healthy coping mechanisms for long-term success.
Lifeguard
Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe
Mount Pleasant, MI
06.2020 - 08.2025
- Enforced facility rules and regulations to maintain a safe environment.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of equipment and facilities.
- Collaborated with management to create effective emergency response plans.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Handled incident reporting accurately and efficiently, documenting occurrences that required intervention or assistance from lifeguard or aquatics staff.
Youth Prevention Specialist
Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe
Mount Pleasant, MI
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Educated youth on prevention strategies to promote healthy lifestyle choices.
- Collaborated with team members to create engaging workshops.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify challenges faced by youth in the community.
- Monitored program effectiveness through participant and peer organizations reports, taking recommendations for improvements in the program.
- Partnered with local organizations and schools to provide emotional support, resources and assistance for academic support.
- Developed enrichment trips with peer and youth based on support, feedback and demand.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Human Services
Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College
Mount Pleasant, MILimited English Proficiency -
Department of Health And Human Services
Advanced Directives For Medical And Mental Health -
Michigan Department of Health And Human Services
Treating Co-Occuring Disorders -
Michigan Department of Health And Human Services
Medication Administration -
Michigan Department of Health And Human Services
Cultural Competence -
Michigan Department of Health And Human Services
Crisis Intervention -
Michigan Department of Health And Human Services
The Basics of Confidentiality -
Michigan Department of Health And Human Services
Skills
- Data collection & Documentation skills
- Crisis management and prevention
- Employee training
- Time management and Problem solving
- Clear communication
- Empathy and patience
- Conflict resolution and Verbal de-escalation
- HIPAA requirements
- Cultural sensitivity
- Positive and negative reinforcements
Timeline
Behavior Technician
Bear River Health
08.2025 - Current
Youth Prevention Specialist
Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe
03.2022 - 11.2022
Lifeguard
Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe
06.2020 - 08.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Human Services
Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College
Limited English Proficiency -
Department of Health And Human Services
Advanced Directives For Medical And Mental Health -
Michigan Department of Health And Human Services
Treating Co-Occuring Disorders -
Michigan Department of Health And Human Services
Medication Administration -
Michigan Department of Health And Human Services
Cultural Competence -
Michigan Department of Health And Human Services
Crisis Intervention -
Michigan Department of Health And Human Services
The Basics of Confidentiality -
Michigan Department of Health And Human Services