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Tamara Lightbourne JP

@tamaralightbournejp

Experienced counsellor and administrative professional specializing in sign language interpretation.

Jamaica
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What I'm looking for

I am seeking roles where I can combine counselling and administrative skills, provide sign language services, and contribute to a supportive, ethical team.

I am an experienced counsellor and administrative professional with a background in sign language interpretation and court reporting. Over two decades I have supported clients in counselling settings, provided virtual administrative assistance, and transcribed legal proceedings.

My roles have included counsellor and administrative assistant at ministries and schools, virtual administrative assistant and interpreter for Ready To Sign Ltd., and court reporter for the Supreme Court of Jamaica—demonstrating strong record-keeping, data entry, and IT support skills.

I hold multiple certificates in counselling, Jamaican Sign Language (Level 4), and court reporting, and I am committed to ethical practice, clear communication, and helping others through direct service and mentorship.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

JL

Secretary / Receptionist; Typist

Jamaica Observer Limited

Jan 2005 - Present (20 years 9 months)

Managed switchboard operations, typed documents, and provided administrative support to the Editor-in-Chief, ensuring smooth office communication and documentation.

JC

Secretary; Receptionist, Typist

Jamaica Racing Commission

Jan 2002 - Present (23 years 9 months)

Managed switchboard, performed typing tasks and provided IT support to office staff, contributing to efficient daily operations.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

FM

Family Life Ministries

Certificate, Counselling

2022 - 2023

Completed certificate courses in Grief Counselling and General Counselling.

RL

Ready To Sign Ltd.

Certificate (Level 4), Sign Language

2019 - 2022

Completed a Level 4 certificate course in Jamaican Sign Language.

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University College of the Caribbean

Certificate, Counselling

2019 - 2021

Completed a certificate course in Counselling Theories I.

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HEART Trust/NTA

Course, Hospitality / Entrepreneurship

2006 - 2008

Completed courses in Commercial Food Preparation and Entrepreneurial Skills.

JI

Justice Training Institute

Diploma, Court Reporting / Entrepreneurship

2006 - 2008

Completed a diploma course in Court Reporting and Entrepreneurship.

CA

Convent of Mercy Academy 'Alpha'

CXC Examinations, General Secondary Education

1987 - 1992

Completed CXC examinations with passes in English Language, English Literature, and Spanish.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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