Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Affiliations
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Katelyn Rutscher

Sleepy Eye

Summary

Compassionate and reliable Direct Support Professional with experience in assisting individuals with disabilities to lead fulfilling lives. Strong skills in promoting client dignity, independence, and positive interactions within the community. Have made significant contributions in previous roles by implementing personalized care plans that improved overall quality of life for clients. Possess excellent interpersonal skills, conflict resolution abilities, and patience needed for this challenging role.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Support Professional

LDR Home Care LLC
Courtland
05.2025 - Current
  • Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
  • Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
  • Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.

Direct Support Professional

Home and Community Options Inc.
Winona
11.2024 - Current
  • Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
  • Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
  • Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
  • Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.

Certified Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor

Sleepy Eye Family Aquatic Center
Sleepy Eye
05.2019 - Current
  • Conducted swimming lessons for children of all ages and abilities.
  • Monitored swimmers to ensure safety, enforcing pool rules when necessary.
  • Demonstrated proper rescue techniques and CPR and AED training when needed.
  • Greeted patrons as they arrived at the pool area and assisted with any questions or concerns.

Education

High School Diploma -

Winona State University
Winona, MN
05-2026

Skills

  • Medication management
  • Client support
  • Community integration
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Client safety and first aid
  • Conflict resolution
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Behavior redirection
  • ADL support
  • Time management
  • Positive reinforcement
  • HIPAA compliance

Accomplishments

  • Deans List
  • Miss Sleepy Eye Scholarship Program Ambassador

Certification

Mental Health First Aid USA - youth

Mental Health First Aid USA - Adult

CPR/1st Aid Certified

Water Safety Instructor

Lifeguard Certified

Affiliations

  • Volunteer for Miss Sleepy Eye Ambassador Scholarship Program

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

LDR Home Care LLC
05.2025 - Current

Direct Support Professional

Home and Community Options Inc.
11.2024 - Current

Certified Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor

Sleepy Eye Family Aquatic Center
05.2019 - Current

High School Diploma -

Winona State University
Katelyn Rutscher