Taylor Gottschling
Ramsey,MN
Summary
Compassionate Direct Support Professional with extensive experience at The Phoenix Residence, specialized in behavior redirection and medication compliance. Proven track record in developing tailored care plans that enhance client independence and safety. Strong advocate for client needs, fostering relationships within multidisciplinary teams. Seeking to leverage exceptional communication and organizational skills in a new role.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Rise Day Program
06.2025 - 10.2025
- Trained new staff on best practices for client care and crisis intervention techniques.
- Advocated for client needs during team meetings, contributing to improved service delivery and resource allocation.
- 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.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
Direct Support Professional
The Phoenix Residence
06.2023 - 10.2025
- Provided individualized support to clients, enhancing daily living skills and promoting independence.
- Assisted clients with personal care routines, ensuring dignity and respect in all interactions.
- Implemented behavior management strategies, fostering positive outcomes for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create and update personalized care plans for each client.
- Monitored and documented client progress, ensuring compliance with state regulations and organizational standards.
- Developed engaging activities tailored to individual interests, improving social interaction among clients.
- 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.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Improved clients' daily living skills with hands-on teaching and encouragement, promoting independence.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, maintaining calm and ensuring safety of clients and staff.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pact Charter School
Ramsey MN Skills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Compassionate caregiving
- Client documentation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Relationship building
- Direct patient care
- Problem-solving
- Medication administration
- Transportation
- Patient care
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Rise Day Program
06.2025 - 10.2025
Direct Support Professional
The Phoenix Residence
06.2023 - 10.2025
High School Diploma -
Pact Charter School