Overview
Work History
Education
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Sloan Hjortshoj

201 N 1st Ave., Iowa City,IA

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Systems Unlimited
Iowa City, IA
06.2022 - Current
  • Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, through activities and social interactions to increase independence and integration in the community
  • Monitored behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor
  • Tracked and reported progress of individuals based on observations and conversations
  • Advocated for disabled individuals to foster communication, achievement of goals and self-expression

Youth Development Professional

Boys & Girls Club of Central Iowa
Des Moines, IA
10.2021 - 05.2022
  • Assisted in development of lessons, goals, and plans for students with a focus on social, emotional, and educational progress
  • Monitored and cared for youth in a carefully controlled environment to promote safety and social interaction
  • Supervised behavior in group and individual settings and intervened calmly to deal with conflicts or distress
  • Advocated for and communicated with youth individuals to promote helpful resources and programs to benefit them most effectively

Land Stewardship Intern

Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation
Des Moines, IA
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Worked to restore the land to its natural state and maintain it for further growth and improvement
  • Operated and communicated with a multifaceted group of individuals to ensure daily tasks were accomplished
  • Managed and removed invasive species with the use of various types of outdoor equipment
  • Increased knowledge of Iowa's natural biome and used it to accurately preform tasks

Shift Leader

Coldstone
Coralville, IA
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • Operated cash register, collected payments and provided accurate change
  • Delegated tasks to employees and monitored activities and task completion
  • Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies, and cleaning

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology (Family And Health Services Track)

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
05-2024

Certification

  • American Red Cross Adult First Aid/CPR/AED
  • Safety-Care Advanced Crisis Prevention

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Systems Unlimited
06.2022 - Current

Youth Development Professional

Boys & Girls Club of Central Iowa
10.2021 - 05.2022

Land Stewardship Intern

Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation
05.2021 - 08.2021

Shift Leader

Coldstone
08.2020 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology (Family And Health Services Track)

University of Iowa
  • American Red Cross Adult First Aid/CPR/AED
  • Safety-Care Advanced Crisis Prevention
Sloan Hjortshoj