Brooklyn Poling
Honolulu,HI
Summary
A dedicated graduate student pursuing a Master’s in Counseling Psychology at Chaminade University of Honolulu with a focus on Mental Health Counseling. A former Division One collegiate athlete with four years of volleyball experience at Western Carolina University and a strong academic record of 3.4 GPA, which was followed by finishing my last two years of eligibility in Hawaii while maintaining a 3.8 GPA. Committed to fostering relationships and teamwork on and off the court, while working towards graduation in May 2025. My lifelong goal is to become a sports therapist for athletes in professional or collegiate settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Women in Need (Internship)
David Yatemana
Pearl City, HI
09.2024 - Current
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions for outpatient clients.
- Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
- Participated in staff meetings to discuss difficult cases or new developments within the field.
- Organized treatment projects that focused on problem solving skills and creative thinking.
- Developed and optimized treatment plans to help clients continue to progress.
Volleyball Tournament Associate
Southern California Volleyball Association
Los Angeles, CA
02.2024 - Current
- Attended staff meetings regularly to stay up-to-date on changes within the tournaments.
- Monitored player and parent behavior and addressed any issues that arose promptly and professionally.
- Assisted with setup and cleanup activities before, during and after tournaments.
- Reviewed game results thoroughly prior to posting final standings on website and social media accounts.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding worker performance or services rendered.
Nike Volleyball Camp
Chaminde University of Honolulu
Honolulu, HI
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Supervised a team of assistant coaches during practice sessions.
- Encouraged good sportsmanship among players both on and off the court.
- Led warm-up, training, and cool-down sessions, focusing on skill improvement, strategy, and injury prevention.
- Fostered a positive and inclusive team culture, promoting teamwork, respect, and sportsmanship among players.
- Guided athletes with encouragement, motivation and nutritional advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
Scott Wong Volleyball Camp
Pepperdine University
Malibu, CA
07.2024 - 07.2024
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
- Assisted campers with improving their volleyball skills, such as passing, serving, setting and hitting.
- Provided individualized instruction to campers of varying ages and skill levels.
- Implemented various drills aimed at developing specific areas of each camper's game.
Boys Intermediate Volleyball Coach
MidPacific Institution
Honolulu, HI
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Provided feedback to players on technique, strategy, and skill development.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress in the sport.
- Organized weekly practices and developed strategies to help athletes reach their goals.
- Readied team to compete in tournaments and other special events.
- Mentored players one-on-one on techniques to boost confidence.
Customer Service Cashier
Galaxy Lanes and Games
Sylva, NC
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Ensured quality food and service to customers who come in to bowl.
- Motivated kitchen staff by establishing goals to increase productivity and quality.
Internship Student
Western Carolina University Athletics
Cullowhee, NC
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Took notes on how to decipher what type of attention women's golf and basketball need to make their program successful.
- Shadowed staff and learned advanced work.
- Attended and participated in meetings and brainstorming sessions with team members.
- Sat in on meetings, took detailed notes and brainstormed with team members on ways to solve problems.
- Shadowed the psychologist to watch how to work with each individualized player to help them reach their zone of focus.
- Worked well in team environment as well as independently.
- Worked with teams to support goals and build experience.
Retail Sales Associate
Victoria's Secret & PINK
Gilbert, AZ
12.2020 - 01.2023
- Helped customers by answering questions and locating merchandise.
- Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
- Restocked shelves, racks and bins with latest merchandise and changed signage to promote special items.
- Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.
- Helped customers find the perfect gift for the loved one they were shopping for.
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Seeds of Knowledge Preschool
Gilbert, AZ
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Supported lead teacher with daily classroom activities.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Monitored students to observe behavior, enforce rules and maintain safety.
- Assisted with lunch time activities to enforce a safe environment for the children during lunch.
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Observed children to record development.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling Psychology
Chaminade University of Honolulu
Honolulu05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC05.2023
High School Diploma -
Perry High School
Gilbert, AZ05.2019
Skills
- Strategic Problem Analysis
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Relationship Building
- Dedicated Work Ethic
- Effective Organization
- Optimistic Mindset
- Analytical Problem Solving
- Engaged Listening Skills
- Efficient Resource Allocation
- Talent Acquisition Expertise
- Leadership Coaching
Timeline
Women in Need (Internship)
David Yatemana
09.2024 - Current
Nike Volleyball Camp
Chaminde University of Honolulu
07.2024 - 08.2024
Scott Wong Volleyball Camp
Pepperdine University
07.2024 - 07.2024
Volleyball Tournament Associate
Southern California Volleyball Association
02.2024 - Current
Boys Intermediate Volleyball Coach
MidPacific Institution
01.2024 - 05.2024
Customer Service Cashier
Galaxy Lanes and Games
01.2023 - 06.2023
Internship Student
Western Carolina University Athletics
01.2023 - 05.2023
Retail Sales Associate
Victoria's Secret & PINK
12.2020 - 01.2023
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Seeds of Knowledge Preschool
01.2019 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Western Carolina University
High School Diploma -
Perry High School
Master of Science - Counseling Psychology
Chaminade University of Honolulu
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