alove93
7/19/2016 20:51 EST
Hello , I am a United States citizen currently living in California. I have recently began doing research into moving to St. Lucia however it is becoming obvious that finding employment is not going to be easy. I have a degree in Social Work and have mostly worked with youth and the senior population. I would like to stay in this field but I understand that the need is different in a foreign country. I would also be interested in teaching in St. Lucia. I guess I am just looking for some advice as to where to start and if I can be getting experience in a field in the states that would better my chances of moving to St. Lucia with a job when the time comes. Once again I have read through most of the post here and understand the job market is tough but any advice or help would be appreciated. Thank You!
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TG2016
7/20/2016 14:21 EST
Hi,
Three weeks ago my husband and I moved here from Grenada, where we were living for four months. Before that we were in the UK, so I hasten to say that I'm no expert on Caribbean living!
When we were in Grenada I met two individuals (both locals) who stated that there was a shortage of social workers on the island. They said that child abuse and neglect was a problem on the island which the government were trying to address. I remember driving past a child protection agency in the capital of St George.
I'm not sure if St Lucia has the same shortage or problem but there may be a child protection agency you could contact an ask.
Due to high unemployment there's a lack of public funds on both islands, I don't know how this might affect pay for teachers and social workers.
Some areas are not very safe and without wanting to label any group of society, it is a fact that abuse and neglect are more common in impoverished areas. I have no idea how a foreigner going in and trying to address these problems would be received in the tight-knit communities here.
Your best option is to fly out and meet people face to face. The island appears to runs on networking and mouth-to-mouth, so you've more chance of securing a position this way.
Good luck,
Tasmyn
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bobbyveee
7/21/2016 11:22 EST
Hi. Unemployment is high, and money tight for anything other than essential services. Except for major positions in the hospitality field which are advertised in the relevant magasines world wide, most teaching and social service posts are all heard about locally, often by word of mouth. As Tasmyn points out the best way really only way is to visit and put boots on the ground. Its the only way your going to get a true picture , also remember, remuneration here is low compared with the USA while cost of living is quite high. Good luck
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alove93
7/24/2016 19:48 EST
Yes i read about the unemployment rate being high. Thank you for your input. I will be going there the end of August to get a feel and whatnot.
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alove93
7/24/2016 19:49 EST
Thank you so much for your advice and response. I will be taking a trip down the end of August to do some exploring although I still do not plan on moving there for some time. Thank You !
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mistywind
8/5/2016 16:57 EST
My sister just moved there and she used Island Bargains to ship her stuff. She is still looking for a job however and she is in the hospitality industry.
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bobbyveee
8/5/2016 20:49 EST
Hi Misty. Island bargins doesnt ship your household goods and for buying and shipping from Florida is very expensive, Its unlikely your sister will be employable in St Lucia, ive seen your stuff on the Belize forum and its more like advertising, i will erase if you do it again.
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