Tamara Lightbourne JP
@tamaralightbournejp
Experienced counsellor and administrative professional specializing in sign language interpretation.
What I'm looking for
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
Counsellor / Administrative Assistant
The Grace Workshop Ministries
Jan 2017 - Present (8 years 9 months)
Provided counselling services and managed front-desk operations including record-keeping and data entry, streamlining office workflows and maintaining client records since 2017.
Administrative Assistant / Interpreter
Ready To Sign Ltd.
Jan 2022 - Jan 2025 (3 years)
Provided virtual administrative support and Jamaican Sign Language interpretation remotely, facilitating communication and documentation for clients.
Personal Assistant (Virtual)
Stubbs Gibson and Associates
Jan 2022 - Jan 2025 (3 years)
Supported senior staff with virtual scheduling, correspondence, and administrative tasks to improve time management and office efficiency.
Counsellor / Administrative Assistant
Pentecostal Tabernacle
Jan 2013 - Jan 2017 (4 years)
Maintained client records and provided counselling services across schools, workplaces, and community locations, delivering targeted support from 2013 to 2017.
Court Reporter (Stenographer)
Supreme Court of Jamaica
Jan 2009 - Jan 2012 (3 years)
Transcribed court proceedings, proofread and edited legal documents, assisted with IT tasks and organized case files between 2009 and 2012.
Data Entry Operator
Electoral Office of Jamaica
Jan 2005 - Present (20 years 9 months)
Entered data accurately into a customized system for electoral records, ensuring timely and reliable data capture during part-time engagement.
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.
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
Family Life Ministries
Certificate, Counselling
2022 - 2023
Completed certificate courses in Grief Counselling and General Counselling.
Ready To Sign Ltd.
Certificate (Level 4), Sign Language
2019 - 2022
Completed a Level 4 certificate course in Jamaican Sign Language.
University College of the Caribbean
Certificate, Counselling
2019 - 2021
Completed a certificate course in Counselling Theories I.
HEART Trust/NTA
Course, Hospitality / Entrepreneurship
2006 - 2008
Completed courses in Commercial Food Preparation and Entrepreneurial Skills.
Justice Training Institute
Diploma, Court Reporting / Entrepreneurship
2006 - 2008
Completed a diploma course in Court Reporting and Entrepreneurship.
Convent of Mercy Academy 'Alpha'
CXC Examinations, General Secondary Education
1987 - 1992
Completed CXC examinations with passes in English Language, English Literature, and Spanish.
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