Logan Watts
Milan
Summary
Public safety professional with extensive experience responding to behavioral crises, maintaining safety in healthcare environments, and managing combative individuals. Skilled in de-escalation, crisis intervention, and coordinated emergency response with medical staff and public safety personnel. Proven leadership as a Field Training Officer responsible for mentoring and developing new officers. Strong background in report writing, incident management, and maintaining safety in high-risk environments. Currently pursuing an Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
University Public Safety Officer
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor
08.2023 - Current
- Maintain the safety and security of patients, staff, and visitors within a large healthcare and university environment.
- Respond to disturbances, behavioral health crises, and emergency incidents requiring immediate intervention.
- Assist nursing and medical staff with the de-escalation and physical management of combative or aggressive patients.
- Conducted routine patrols and security checks, deterring criminal activity and ensuring safety for patients, staff, and visitors.
- Prepared detailed incident reports that documented security events, patient disturbances, and safety concerns, enhancing departmental response strategies.
- Served as a Field Training Officer, mentoring newly hired officers on department policies and emergency response procedures to strengthen team readiness.
Direct Care Worker
Community Mental Health
Ann Arbor
01.2021 - 08.2023
- Provided direct supervision and care for individuals experiencing mental health and behavioral crises.
- Utilized verbal de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques to manage agitated or combative individuals.
- Assisted in the safe physical management and stabilization of individuals presenting a danger to themselves or others.
- Conducted retrieval and safe return of individuals who eloped from CMH facilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of incidents, behavioral observations, and interventions.
- Collaborated with mental health professionals to ensure safety and continuity of care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, MI03-2026
Skills
- Public Safety & Security Operations
- Emergency Response Coordination
- Crisis Intervention & De-Escalation
- Behavioral Health Crisis Response
- Combative Subject Control
- Incident Reporting & Documentation
- Facility & Campus Security
- Officer Training & Mentorship
- Team Leadership
- Conflict Resolution
Accomplishments
Unit Citation for Professional Excellence
Certification
Pressure Points and Control Tactics
Timeline
University Public Safety Officer
University of Michigan
08.2023 - Current
Direct Care Worker
Community Mental Health
01.2021 - 08.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Washtenaw Community College