Dorian Kohl
Duluth
Summary
Passionate and highly-motivated individual known for my empathy and problem-solving skills. Strong work ethic and a desire to take on new challenges. Adept at working effectively unsupervised. Always doing my best to learn and improve. Looking for a career that allows me to support individuals in challenging situations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Fill-in Shelter Advocate
Center Against Sexual & Domestic Abuse
Superior
09.2025 - Current
- Delivered crisis intervention support to individuals who have experienced/ are experiencing domestic violence
- Educated clients about available services and community resources.
- Conducted intake assessments and gathered relevant client information.
- Answered incoming calls from clients seeking support.
- Maintained detailed records of client interactions in accordance with agency policy.
- Practiced good communication and teamwork with other staff to ensure consistency between shifts.
- Assisted in general shelter maintenance and cleanliness.
Shelter Advocate
CHUM
Duluth
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Offer support in accessing community and shelter resources.
- Maintained client records and check-in roster.
- Provided emotional support for clients experiencing hardships.
- Assisted clients in meeting their needs.
- Ensured cleanliness of shelter facilities by performing regular cleaning tasks.
- Practiced good communication and teamwork to ensure consistency between shifts.
Kitchen Lead
Rolling Forks Vineyards
Glenwood
01.2023 - 04.2025
- Supervised kitchen staff to optimize daily operations and enhance service flow.
- Adhered to food safety and sanitation standards to ensure compliance with local health department regulations.
- Performed daily opening and closing kitchen tasks to maintain workflow.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to streamline meal delivery and improve customer satisfaction.
- Worked with vendors to establish strong relationships and maintain proper inventory supplies.
- Implemented cost-saving strategies to maintain high quality standards and reduce waste.
- Developed recipes and menu items.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Social Work
Lake Superior College
Duluth, MN 08.2025 - 06.2026
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RI 08.2017 - 06.2020
Skills
- Active listening
- Conflict resolution
- Crisis intervention
- Client advocacy
- Trauma-informed care
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Complaint handling
- Record management
- Confidentiality practices
- Problem-solving
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Interpersonal communication
- Budgeting and cost control
- Sanitation standards
- Food safety compliance
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Fill-in Shelter Advocate
Center Against Sexual & Domestic Abuse
09.2025 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Social Work
Lake Superior College
08.2025 - 06.2026
Shelter Advocate
CHUM
05.2025 - 09.2025
Kitchen Lead
Rolling Forks Vineyards
01.2023 - 04.2025
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Community College of Rhode Island
08.2017 - 06.2020