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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
06.2009 - 07.2013

• Performed Resident Care

• Certified Medication Administrator

Resident Life Enrichment Program Coordinator

Brookdale Senior Living
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