Gibson Kollie
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Dedicated Direct Support Professional with experience at ResCare, skilled in crisis management and client support. Proven ability to enhance client independence through personalized care plans and effective behavioral management. Committed to fostering positive relationships and ensuring safety, while promoting overall well-being and dignity for individuals with disabilities.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
ResCare
8041 Knue RD
09.2025 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and policies.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Improved clients' daily living skills with hands-on teaching and encouragement, promoting independence.
Direct Support Professional
Damar Services Inc.
6067 Decatur Blvd Indianapolis IN
03.2025 - 10.2026
- Provided individualized support to clients, fostering independence and enhancing quality of life.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring safety and comfort in various environments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans.
- Monitored client progress, documenting behavioral changes and reporting to supervisors regularly.
- Facilitated recreational activities, promoting social skills and community integration for clients.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and best practices for client support services.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies, effectively managing challenging behaviors in high-stress situations.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Salvation Army Command William Booths Senior High School
Monrovia ,Liberia 08.2019
Skills
Time management
First aid and safety
Behavior redirection
Client support
Medication administration
Behavioral management
Housekeeping tasks
Client documentation
Decision-making support
Health and safety requirements
Relationship building
Transportation
Appointment scheduling
Patient care
Client transportation
Crisis management
Recreational activities
Progress documentation
Certification
Indiana HCSP training
American Red Cross training services
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
ResCare
09.2025 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Damar Services Inc.
03.2025 - 10.2026
High School Diploma -
Salvation Army Command William Booths Senior High School