I want an occupational therapy post in JamaicaWhat type of job are you looking for? I am looking for an occupational therapy post in Jamaica. I would like a community based health promotion project working with adults. My mind is open to explore any opportunities of employment in a health care setting with Jamaica. What nationality are you? British What languages do you speak (and at what level)? EnglishBasic French What country or area are you looking to work in and why? Jamaica, north coast, St Anns or St Marys but am flexible location wise.I would like to work in Jamaica to participate in the development of occupational therapy within the island. I love to be involved in health-promotion and empowerment within a local community. I understand there is a shortage of healthcare personnel and would like to contribute my services. What countries have you worked in? England What countries do you have a visa to work in? Can apply for a visa as required What field do you currently work in? HealthcareRetail What fields have you worked in before? HealthcareSocial servicesEducationRetail What qualifications do you hold? DegreeA-levelsGCSEs Which do you consider more valuable? Formal education or skills and why? Ideally a mixture of the two helps to cultivate a competence practicioner. Formal education can be valued for developing the individual in theories relevant to the field. Skills are further developed through experiencial learning i.e. on the job. Linking formal education with skills to deliver service a is extremely important. Describe the benefits of working with others Opportunity for group problem solving, peer support, share tasks Describe the benefits of working alone Managing own work load, can be more flexible in approach to tasks What is the most important lesson you have learnt throughout your career? Every person, event, experience presents one with possible learning opprtunities. What unique skills do you have? Adaptability. I am able to adapt to environments, people and challenges. I am an extremely good listeners and this enables me to develop a rapport with people so as to be able to be flexible to their needs. What would you consider as your 'dream job'? Health care Minister in Jamaica: responsible for establishing a nationalised health care service that provides equitable access. It would also involve commissioning of private and voluntary organsations's health care services What are the least interesting aspects of your field? Health promotionCommunity based work How can potential employers contact you? Please email on: missjsbc@yahoo.co.uk | 
