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Lynsay Wotta

Bay City,MI

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Therapist Intern

Sterling Area Behavioral Health
Sterling, MI
01.2025 - Current
  • Implemented various evidence-based interventions like mindfulness exercises or relaxation techniques aimed at reducing stress levels among clientele.
  • Prepared required clinical documentation per established timeframes.
  • Conducted thorough assessments and evaluations to accurately diagnose clients'' mental health conditions and inform treatment interventions.
  • Enhanced client well-being by implementing evidence-based therapeutic approaches and techniques.
  • Assisted in the development of program materials for ongoing clinical training, enhancing intern knowledge and skill sets.
  • Participated in weekly supervision meetings with mentors, discussing case progressions and receiving valuable input on treatment planning strategies.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of therapy sessions, ensuring ethical compliance and facilitating continuity of care.
  • Conducted court ordered group anger management.

Guardian Case Manager

Catholic Family Service
1420 Center Ave Bay City, MI 48708
08.2023 - Current
  • Strengthened relationships with community resources, connecting families to appropriate support services as needed.
  • Upheld strict ethical standards when making decisions, ensuring the consumer's best interests remained the primary focus at all times.
  • Assisted in the development of new policies and procedures by providing valuable insights based on firsthand experience with cases.
  • Provided timely updates to the court regarding significant developments in cases, ensuring that all parties remained informed of pertinent details.
  • Increased understanding of legal proceedings among parents/guardians through clear explanations and guidance throughout the process.
  • Demonstrated commitment to cultural competency, considering diverse backgrounds when making recommendations for consumer's care.
  • Coordinated with different service providers to meet clients' individual needs.
  • Kept case files updated, accurate and aligned with requirements.
  • Assisted clients with obtaining housing, employment and support resources.

Master of Social Work Intern

Great Lakes PACE
Saginaw, MI
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Maintained strict confidentiality in accordance with ethical guidelines and legal requirements of the profession.
  • Help develop and implement individualized treatment plans for clients.
  • Conduct home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for clients.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
  • Monitored clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
  • Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
  • Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
  • Utilized cultural competency when working with diverse populations, demonstrating sensitivity and understanding of differing backgrounds or viewpoints.

Administrative Supervisor

Catholic Family Service
Bay City, MI
01.2020 - 08.2023
  • Manage and maintain electronic and paper-based filing systems to keep essential documents and information easily accessible and organized.
  • Resolve issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
  • Maintain databases and contact lists to keep important contact information accurate and up to date.
  • Hire, manage, develop and train staff.
  • Maintain a clean, organized workspace to promote a professional environment conducive to productivity.
  • Answer phone calls and responded to inquiries from possible clients and other external contacts.
  • Provided backup to front desk to step in to assist with various tasks whenever employee is absent or at lunch.
  • Oversee appointment scheduling and coordination for both clients and personnel.
  • Train new employees on company policies, procedures, software applications.
  • Handle sensitive information with discretion by maintaining confidentiality in accordance with company guidelines.
  • Assist in implementing our new EHR system
  • Assist in preparing for 2 CARF accreditations.
  • Work with individuals within and that impact the Public Guardianship Program.

Executive Director

Senior Village Management
Midland, MI
03.2019 - 12.2019

• Created and developed resident focused leadership culture.

Cultivated and managed budget to achieve profitability targets

• Established, built, and maintained positive relationships with staff, residents, and families

• Responsible for driving resident and prospect experience at the community

• Led customer experience, address concerns and cultivate resident experience

• Mentored and prepared community to meet compliance with all regulatory requirements

Assisted with lead generation, sales, and resident retention

Executive Director

Senior Village Management
Grand Ledge, MI
11.2017 - 03.2019

• Created and developed resident focused leadership culture

Cultivated and managed budget to achieve profitability targets

• Established, built, and maintained positive relationships with staff, residents, and families

• Responsible for driving resident and prospect experience at the community

• Led customer experience, address concerns and cultivate resident experience

• Mentored and prepared community to meet compliance with all regulatory requirements

• Assisted with lead generation, sales, and resident retention

Property Administrator

Senior Village Management
Midland, MI
03.2015 - 11.2017

• Responsible for employee hiring, onboarding, and ongoing training

• Supervised office personnel

• Maintained employee and resident files

• Managed resident billing, collection, deposit funds, and petty cash

• Accounts payable and receivables

• Vendor contracts and vendor management

• Developed and managed community budget

• Month end processing and closing

• Notary

Resident Care Supervisor

Brookdale Senior Living
Bay City, MI
07.2013 - 03.2015

• Hired, trained, and supervised care staff- 30 caregivers

• New Hire paperwork, personnel files, and required training

• Employee scheduling

• Followed up on resident, family, and staff concerns

• Developed and implemented customer service policies and procedures

Lead Resident Care Associate

Brookdale Senior Living
Bay City, MI
06.2009 - 07.2013

• Performed Resident Care

• Certified Medication Administrator

Resident Life Enrichment Program Coordinator

Brookdale Senior Living
Bay City, MI
02.2013 - 05.2013

• Planned, coordinated. and executed resident programs

• Resident Interest Surveys

• Dementia programming and facilitated staff dementia education

• Assisted with planning the month activities for the residents

Conducted activities daily to make sure the residents were engaged and living an enriched life

Education

Masters - Social Work

Saginaw Valley State University
05.2025

Bachelor's - Health Sciences

Saginaw Valley State University
05.2015

Associate of Science -

Delta College
05.2012

Skills

  • Patient support
  • Client Advocacy
  • Multicultural Competence
  • Professional ethics
  • Critical Thinking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Computer Skills
  • Good Telephone Etiquette
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Organizational Skills

Timeline

Clinical Therapist Intern

Sterling Area Behavioral Health
01.2025 - Current

Guardian Case Manager

Catholic Family Service
08.2023 - Current

Master of Social Work Intern

Great Lakes PACE
08.2023 - 05.2024

Administrative Supervisor

Catholic Family Service
01.2020 - 08.2023

Executive Director

Senior Village Management
03.2019 - 12.2019

Executive Director

Senior Village Management
11.2017 - 03.2019

Property Administrator

Senior Village Management
03.2015 - 11.2017

Resident Care Supervisor

Brookdale Senior Living
07.2013 - 03.2015

Resident Life Enrichment Program Coordinator

Brookdale Senior Living
02.2013 - 05.2013

Lead Resident Care Associate

Brookdale Senior Living
06.2009 - 07.2013

Bachelor's - Health Sciences

Saginaw Valley State University

Associate of Science -

Delta College

Masters - Social Work

Saginaw Valley State University
Lynsay Wotta