SCOTT L. VALENTIC
Columbia City,IN
Summary
Dynamic and strategic operations and safety leader with extensive experience in healthcare, law enforcement, and military sectors. Proven expertise in guiding multidisciplinary teams, executing effective crisis management protocols, and fostering a robust safety culture. Recognized for cultivating talent, enhancing operational processes, and achieving measurable results in high-stakes environments. Committed to driving excellence and innovation in safety and operational strategies to ensure optimal performance and resilience.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Patient Safety
Allendale Treatment | Allendale Behavioral Health | Fort Wayne Recovery
Auburn, IN
01.2024 - Current
- Lead safety initiatives across multiple behavioral health treatment facilities.
- Supervise Patient Safety Coordinators and oversee safety training programs.
- Direct crisis response protocols, incident reporting, and emergency preparedness planning.
- Collaborate with executive leadership to strengthen risk mitigation and operational performance.
- Oversee operations team of 26 staff supporting facility safety and operations.
Detective Sergeant | Field Training Officer | Primary Instructor
Whitley County Sheriff’s Department
IN
01.2018 - 01.2024
- Conducted more than 300 criminal investigations leading to successful apprehension of offenders.
- Served as Field Training Officer overseeing more than 500 hours of officer field training.
- Developed updated training procedures and certification standards for officers.
- Delivered more than 200 hours of instruction as a state-certified trainer.
Detective Sergeant | Field Training Officer | Primary Instructor
Columbia City Police Department
IN
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Conducted more than 300 criminal investigations leading to successful apprehension of offenders.
- Served as Field Training Officer overseeing more than 500 hours of officer field training.
- Developed updated training procedures and certification standards for officers.
- Delivered more than 200 hours of instruction as a state-certified trainer.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management
Park University
Skills
- Patient safety leadership
- Crisis response
- Emergency response coordination
- Security threat analysis
- Leadership skills enhancement
- Operational Improvement
- Cross-agency collaboration
- Risk analysis expertise
Certification
- Certified QPR Gatekeeper Trainer
- Certified Defensive Tactics Instructor
- Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Instructor
- CPR Certified
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Brigade Army Recruiter of the Year, Honor Graduate – Indiana Law Enforcement Academy, Sergeant First Class (E-7), Sergeant Audie Murphy Club Member, Eight Army Commendation Medals, Meritorious Unit Commendation – Operation Iraqi Freedom
Timeline
Director of Patient Safety
Allendale Treatment | Allendale Behavioral Health | Fort Wayne Recovery
01.2024 - Current
Detective Sergeant | Field Training Officer | Primary Instructor
Whitley County Sheriff’s Department
01.2018 - 01.2024
Detective Sergeant | Field Training Officer | Primary Instructor
Columbia City Police Department
01.2014 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Management
Park University