Kimberly Rabanus
Racine
Summary
Passionate Volunteer with experience in various types of outreach initiatives. Energetic individual with compassionate nature and drive to serve local community. Offers in-depth knowledge of community resources and energy to tackle challenging demands.
Compassionate volunteer known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in community outreach, event planning, and fundraising strategies. Excel at communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring successful project outcomes through effective collaboration and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2023
2023
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Volunteer
Hope Safehouse
Racine
03.2025 - 04.2025
- Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
- Participated in team-building exercises to strengthen relationships among volunteers.
- Organized and maintained records of volunteer hours and donations.
- Provided guidance and support to fellow volunteers during their shifts.
- Greeted guests and offered assistance in finding specific departments or personnel.
- Helped with prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
Lifeguard
Spring Valley Pool
Spring Valley
06.2016 - 09.2016
- Provided first aid care to injured patrons before paramedics arrived on scene.
- Provided assistance to swimmers of varying skill levels.
- Conducted daily pool maintenance, including testing and adjusting chemical levels.
- Assisted with swim lessons for guests and members of the facility.
- Educated patrons about safe swimming practices through public announcements.
- Instructed patrons on proper use of diving boards, slides, ladders.
- Performed regular cleaning and maintenance of pool equipment.
- Enforced all safety regulations and posted rules for patrons.
- Reported any unsafe conditions or suspicious activity to management immediately.
- Observed swimmers from elevated chairs while scanning the entire pool deck.
- Inspected rescue tubes and buoys regularly to ensure they are in good condition.
- Assisted with orientation sessions for new lifeguards in training.
- Monitored swimmers to ensure safety in the pool area.
- Maintained constant surveillance of patrons in the swimming area at all times.
- Patrolled beach or pool areas on foot and in towers to monitor activities of swimmers and surfers.
- Coordinated and taught instructional classes in fundamentals of swimming and water safety.
- Cautioned swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards.
- Cleaned, brushed and vacuumed pool to keep clean.
- Used training and medical supplies to examine injured people and administer first aid.
- Observed sections of assigned water zone of responsibility.
- Watched over swimmers to respond quickly to distress situations.
- Participated in monthly training courses to stay up-to-date in water rescue techniques.
- Patrolled to identify anyone needing assistance and offered immediate care.
- Monitored behaviors for safety violations and took steps to prevent further violations.
- Complied consistently with pool regulations and policies while encouraging staff to adhere to guidelines.
- Reminded patrons to walk carefully and avoid running around or near pool edges to prevent falls.
- Kept equipment in good working order with frequent inspections and minor repairs.
- Alerted patrons of storm conditions and directed to exit water immediately during local severe weather situations.
- Recognized swimmers in need of assistance and acted quickly.
- Used radio and digital technology to stay in constant communication with other protective service workers.
- Provided waivers and other safety documents for patrons to sign for legal guidelines.
- Utilized training, rescue techniques and proper equipment to aid distressed people.
- Checked weather reports to warn public of potential inclement weather and proper safety procedures.
- Patrolled recreational areas before athletes, patrons and general public arrived to identify potential safety hazards.
- Consulted medical protocol to administer CPR, bandage wounds and clean injuries.
Education
Waterwood School
Oshkosh, WISkills
- First aid response
- Pool maintenance
- Safety regulation enforcement
- Event coordination
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Google suite proficiency
- Document management
- Positive attitude
- Data entry
- Team leadership
- Public speaking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Telephone etiquette
- Verbal and written communication
- Flexible schedule
- Coaching and mentoring
- Friendly and outgoing
- Marketing and promotion
- Telephone and email etiquette
- Cultural awareness
- Clear communication
- Empathy and patience
- Computer skills
- Leadership qualities
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Volunteer
Hope Safehouse
03.2025 - 04.2025
Lifeguard
Spring Valley Pool
06.2016 - 09.2016
Waterwood School