Rachael Kowalchick
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Highly motivated senior undergraduate with desire to take on new challenges and gain work experience in the Health Feild. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Water Polo Team Captain
Long Beach State Athletics
Long Beach, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Provided guidance and support to ensure that all team members were working together efficiently.
- Led team meetings, discussed and delegated tasks to individual team members.
- Maintained open lines of communication between the team and management.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among team members when necessary.
- Motivated the entire team by creating a positive environment where everyone felt valued and appreciated.
- Participated in regular check-ins with Coaching staff regarding overall progress of the team, potential issues, practice planning.
- Plan and direct monthly team building activities.
- Exercised strong leadership skills and practiced self-discipline on and off field.
- Listened to coaches, trainers and support staff and implemented suggestions to enhance team contributions.
- Showed discipline and responsible nature during and outside of competitions.
- Maintained optimal physical fitness levels through active training, nutritional optimization and positive lifestyle choices.
- Watched videos post-competition to assess performance and identify weaknesses.
- Participated in community events to bring positive attention to organization.
- Represented team at professional sporting activities, in media interviews and in support of charitable causes.
California State Parks Ocean Lifeguard
California State Parks - Huntington State Beach
Huntington Beach, CA
05.2023 - Current
- Responded to emergency situations quickly and efficiently.
- Monitored beach and ocean conditions for safety hazards.
- Coordinated with local law enforcement to ensure public safety.
- Performed rescues using appropriate lifesaving techniques and equipment.
- Rendered first aid in cases of injury or illness until professional help arrived.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and the public.
- Enforced all applicable laws, policies, procedures, and regulations related to beach safety.
- Recognized potential hazardous situations before they occur by utilizing observational skills.
- Participated in weekly in-service training and maintained fitness level necessary to perform physical tasks for water rescues.
- Monitored activities in swimming areas via continuous surveillance to prevent accidents and maintained peace and order among swimmers and people on beach.
- Observed potentially abusive interactions among patrons and intervened or contacted authorities to address bullying or possible human trafficking situations.
- Recognized needs and administered CPR, automated external defibrillator and oxygen following appropriate medical protocol and called for emergency assistance when necessary.
Water Polo Player
Long Beach State Athletics
Long Beach, CA
08.2020 - Current
- Demonstrated commitment and responsibility towards fellow players and coaches through genuine respect and dedication to sport.
- Devoted 8-30 hours per week to athletics in addition to being full-time student.
- Communicated with diverse group of fellow athletes, coaches and game officials to maintain positivity and good sportsmanship.
- Discussed performance and areas of improvement with coaches, taking recommendations seriously and responding with respect.
- Managed a rigorous academic schedule while playing on the college sports team.
- Helped develop effective strategies for motivating teams and creating a positive work environment.
- Provided support to senior leadership team in the development and implementation of strategic plans.
Water Polo Coach
Long Beach Shore Aquatics
Long Beach, CA
06.2021 - 12.2022
- Organized and executed water polo practices to develop players' technical, tactical, physical and mental skills.
- Planned out drills and exercises that help build strength and endurance levels amongst players.
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
- Guided athletes with encouragement, motivation and nutritional advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
- Communicated with coaches and athletes to discuss tournaments, competitions and other events.
- Advised student-athletes on the recruitment process for college programs if necessary.
- Encouraged team spirit among players by promoting a sense of unity among them.
- Created an environment that was conducive to learning by using positive reinforcement techniques.
Community Pool Lifeguard
CSD El Dorado Hills
El Dorado Hills, CA
08.2017 - 05.2019
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Long Beach State University
Long Beach05.2024
Skills
- Result-Oriented in high stress enviroments
- Team Representative
- Collaborative
- Team-oriented
- Adaptable
- Performance Improvement
- Competitive
- Human Anatomy Knowledge
- Physical Training
Certification
- CPR and AED
- Mandated Reporter
- Public Safety First Aid
Accomplishments
- Captain of Long Beach State Women's Water Polo Team
- Former First Female Trojan Pride Sports Marketing Vice President [Ozone]- 2020
- Huntington State Beach- Rookie of the Year [Summer Season 2023]
- NCAA All American Honorable Mention [2022-23]
- Big West All Conference- Second Team [2022-23]
- A four-year letterwinner in water polo [2016-2020]
- Sierra Foothill League MVP [2019]
- A three-time first team all-league selection [2017-2020]
- Winner of the Oak Ridge Model Student Award [2020]
- Female Athlete of the Year [2020] Oak Ridge
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Water Polo Team Captain
Long Beach State Athletics
08.2023 - Current
California State Parks Ocean Lifeguard
California State Parks - Huntington State Beach
05.2023 - Current
Water Polo Coach
Long Beach Shore Aquatics
06.2021 - 12.2022
Water Polo Player
Long Beach State Athletics
08.2020 - Current
Community Pool Lifeguard
CSD El Dorado Hills
08.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Long Beach State University
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