Tayler Cavan
Republic
Summary
Dedicated Direct Support Professional with extensive experience at The Arc Of The Ozarks, skilled in crisis management and compassionate caregiving. Proven ability to enhance client independence through personalized support plans and effective communication. Committed to fostering positive relationships and advocating for client rights, ensuring safety and well-being in all interactions.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
The Arc Of The Ozarks
Springfield, MO
08.2025 - Current
- Facilitated daily living activities to empower individuals towards greater independence.
- Designed and executed personalized support plans that address individual needs and preferences.
- Oversaw documentation of client progress to ensure adherence to regulatory standards.
- Facilitated collaboration among interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated and comprehensive client care.
- Assessed requirements and orchestrated travel arrangements for out-of-town functions.
- Oversaw client health and well-being, documenting significant changes for further analysis.
- Facilitated daily living activities by managing errands and household chores.
- Directed crisis management efforts, maintaining composure and ensuring safety for clients and staff.
- Facilitated personal care tasks, ensuring respect for clients' dignity and fostering self-reliance.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement, fostering positive relationships with clients and families.
- Monitored behavioral patterns and implemented interventions to address challenges effectively.
- 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 clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- 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.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
- Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
- Facilitated community integration for clients, enriching their social networks and life experiences.
- Improved clients' daily living skills with hands-on teaching and encouragement, promoting independence.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, maintaining calm and ensuring safety of clients and staff.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
Direct Support Professional
Easterseals
Springfield, MO
05.2023 - 07.2024
- Provided emotional support and encouragement, fostering positive relationships with clients and families.
- Advocated for client rights and preferences in various settings, ensuring their voice is heard.
- 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.
- 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.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Enhanced communication skills of non-verbal clients using alternative communication devices.
- Advocated for clients' needs and rights in various settings, enhancing their quality of life.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Kfc/Taco Bell
Cashier Customer Service
05.2014 - 08.2016
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Patient Care Assistant
Cox South Hospital
Springfield, MO
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care activities and daily living tasks.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during treatment processes.
Direct Support Professional
Burrell Behavioral Health Center
Springfield, MO
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Assisted individuals with daily living skills to enhance independence and quality of life.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans.
- Monitored client behavior and reported changes to ensure appropriate interventions.
- Facilitated social and recreational activities to promote engagement and community integration.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, maintaining calm and ensuring safety of clients and staff.
- Improved clients' daily living skills with hands-on teaching and encouragement, promoting independence.
- Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- 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.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Advocated for clients' needs and rights in various settings, enhancing their quality of life.
- Enhanced communication skills of non-verbal clients using alternative communication devices.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Assisted with personal care tasks, respecting clients' dignity and promoting self-reliance.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Trained new staff on best practices in direct support, elevating overall quality of care provided.
- Coordinated with families and other caregivers, ensuring cohesive approach to client support.
- Implemented behavior management plans to address challenging behaviors, promoting safe environment for all.
- Encouraged healthy lifestyles through nutritional planning and physical activities, improving clients' overall well-being.
- Liaised with healthcare professionals to coordinate care, ensuring comprehensive support for clients.
- Adapted activities and support strategies to meet changing needs of clients, demonstrating flexibility and creativity.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, facilitating trust-based relationship for effective support.
- Served as a reliable point of contact for family members, maintaining open lines of communication about client progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Organized recreational events that encouraged relationship building among clients and increased their sense of belonging within the group home setting.
- Advocated for clients'' rights within the broader community, raising awareness about issues affecting those with disabilities.
- Assessed clients'' needs on an ongoing basis, making adjustments to support plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Trained new staff on best practices for client care and safety protocols.
- Documented client progress and maintained accurate records in compliance with regulations.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to clients, fostering a trusting relationship.
Red Robin
Front of House Manager
Springfield, MO
06.2018 - 05.2021
Steak N Shake
Server Jobs
Springfield, MO
10.2017 - 10.2019
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Education
General Studies
Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MOHigh School Diploma
Logan Rogersville High School
Rogersville, MO05-2016
Skills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Medication administration
- Compassionate caregiving
- Behavioral management
- Client documentation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Decision-making support
- Health and safety requirements
- Direct patient care
- Transportation
- Appointment scheduling
- Patient care
- Disability awareness
- Client transportation
- Team collaboration
- Crisis management
- Patient management
- Care plan management
- First aid certification
- Cooking meals
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Vitals monitoring and documentation
- CPR certification
- Wellness and nutrition knowledge
- Hygiene assistance
- State regulations
- Client safety and first aid
- First aid and CPR
- Infection control procedures
- Case management experience
- Adaptive equipment use
- Therapeutic instruction
- Emotional intelligence
- Cultural awareness
- Report writing
- Mobility assistance
- De-escalation techniques
- Record keeping
- Life skills training
- Conflict resolution
- Client advocacy
- Positive reinforcement
- Behavioral support
- Attentive to people
- Medication management
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Critical thinking
- Fast learner
- Community integration support
- Community activities
- Charting and documentation
- Compassionate client care
- Quality program protocols
- Case documentation
- Verbal and written communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- HIPAA compliance
- Daily living support
- Multitasking and organization
- Problem-solving
- Self-advocacy training
- Nutrition support
- Transportation assistance
- Safety monitoring
- Individualized support planning
- Social skills development
- Recreational activities
- Goal setting
Certification
LIMA 1
CPR/First Aid
MANDT
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
The Arc Of The Ozarks
08.2025 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Easterseals
05.2023 - 07.2024
Patient Care Assistant
Cox South Hospital
05.2023 - 12.2023
Direct Support Professional
Burrell Behavioral Health Center
08.2019 - 05.2022
Red Robin
Front of House Manager
06.2018 - 05.2021
Steak N Shake
Server Jobs
10.2017 - 10.2019
Kfc/Taco Bell
Cashier Customer Service
05.2014 - 08.2016
General Studies
Ozarks Technical Community College
High School Diploma
Logan Rogersville High School