Employee Spotlight
Centre currently employs 172 individuals across facilities in Fargo, Grand Forks, Mandan, and Williston. Each employee plays a valuable role in Centre’s mission to help individuals achieve social reintegration.
Why did you choose to work at Centre?
I chose to work at Centre because I deeply believe that every single person, regardless of past, current, or future choices or circumstances, deserves the opportunity to embrace autonomy and experience compassion. The opportunity to serve the community of Williston in the Stabilization Center allows me to live out these beliefs each and every day.
What do you find most rewarding about your job?
The most rewarding part of my job is investing in people. The older I get I care less of what others think about me, but I care deeply about what people think of themselves. If I can help others to see their worth and value, my job is done.
Cynthia Long, MSML, is the Program Director of Centre’s new Stabilization Center in Williston. She joined Centre in October 2023.
What advice or encouragement would you offer to someone considering a career in the field?
Be willing to show yourself the same kindness and compassion you show to others. Be gentle with yourself.
What are some of your interests or hobbies?
I am passionate about learning. In my free time I love to teach leadership classes, research, write, and watch documentaries.
Desiree Badger, RN, is Centre’s Registered Nurse in the Williston Stabilization Center. She joined Centre in December 2023.
Why did you choose to work at Centre?
I have a passion for people who have or are dealing with mental health issues. I’ve been a part of it personally with a few family members.
What do you find most rewarding about your job?
It’s early in my position with Centre to answer this and we have not opened yet so I’ve not been able to work with residents yet. However, having been a nurse for 21 years - Well, I just love helping people.
What aspect of Centre’s mission resonates with you the most?
All of Centre’s core values are equally important, however safety and security are basic life needs.
What are some of your interests or hobbies?
I love music of all kinds except heavy metal. I also enjoy cruising. But the first most important part I love doing is spending time with my 5-year-old granddaughter. Many memories have been made including an upcoming cruise!