Devina McPherson
Converse
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in environmental and occupational health and safety. Known for strong decision making skills, tact, customer service, effective complaint resolution, and comprehensive report writing. Eager to leverage expertise in health inspections and education programs to foster a safer community.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Health Officer
University of Technology, Jamaica
Kingston, Jamaica
04.2020 - 03.2024
- Conducted comprehensive environmental health assessments of the University's establishments and facilities to ensure compliance with local regulations.
- Developed and implemented health education programs within the University's campuses to promote community awareness on environmental issues.
- Collaborated with academic departments to integrate sustainability practices into campus operations.
- Monitored potable water, recreational water, liquid and solid waste management procedures, ensuring proper disposal and adherence to safety protocols.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff and students on environmental safety standards and best practices.
- Liaised with government agencies to align university policies with national environmental health guidelines.
- Investigated complaints concerning public health and occupational health nuisances, resolving issues promptly and professionally.
Public Health Inspector
Ministry of Health (North East Regional Health Authority)
Ocho Rios, St. Ann. Jamaica
02.2013 - 06.2020
- Community Sanitation
- Food Establishment Inspections
- Food Handlers Trainings
- Meat Inspection
- Water Quality Monitoring
- Disease Investigations & Contact Tracing
- Health Education
- Institutional Health (schools, daycare, health centres, penal institutions, nursing homes,funeral homes)
- Barbers, Hairdressers & Cosmetologists Trainings
- Barbershop & Beauty Salon Inspections
- Spirit Licensing
- Assist with Tourist Establishment Inspections
- Meeting Attendance- Represent Sanitary Zone
- Report Writing & Performance Evaluations for supervised Staff
Education
Master of Science - Occupational & Env. Health & Safety Pending
University of The West Indies, Mona
Kingston, JamaicaCertificate - Supervisory Management
University of The West Indies, Mona
Kingston, Jamaica02-2018
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Meat & Other Foods Inspection
University of Technology, Jamaica
Kingston, Jamaica11-2016
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Health
University of Technology, Jamaica
Kingston, Jamaica11-2013
Skills
- Health and safety inspections
- Complaint response
- Food safety inspection
- Workplace ergonomics
- Public health education
- Report Writing
- Teamwork & Communication
Timeline
Environmental Health Officer
University of Technology, Jamaica
04.2020 - 03.2024
Public Health Inspector
Ministry of Health (North East Regional Health Authority)
02.2013 - 06.2020
Master of Science - Occupational & Env. Health & Safety Pending
University of The West Indies, Mona
Certificate - Supervisory Management
University of The West Indies, Mona
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Meat & Other Foods Inspection
University of Technology, Jamaica
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Health
University of Technology, Jamaica