Interpreters / Translators

Ccisab; Calgary; On-site; CAD 34,440 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

CCIS is seeking on-call interpreters fluent in English and various languages to provide essential interpretation and translation services. The role involves working within community, medical, and educational settings to enhance integration for immigrants. Candidates should have a strong background in interpretation and the ability to foster inclusive environments. This flexible opportunity allows for engagement across Calgary with an emphasis on community support and client relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience in interpretation services is required.
• Active liability insurance coverage is necessary.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpretation/translation services in various settings.
• Build strong relationships with clients and immigrant families.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity.

Skills

Proficiency in English

Proficiency in the target language

Strong written and spoken communication skills

Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

Education

Certification or training in interpretation

CILISAT / ATIA membership

Job description

Casual, Freelance, On Call, Independent Contractor

CCIS (Calgary Catholic Immigration Society) is a nonprofit organization that provides settlement and integration services to all immigrants and refugees in Southern Alberta. Since 1981, we have been a community leader with extensive experience in designing and delivering comprehensive services for newcomers. Our services are provided through a diverse, multi-cultural, multi-denominational, and multi-disciplinary team of professionals speaking over 90 languages.

From airport reception to first job interviews, CCIS’s programs support immigrants and refugees through all settlement and integration phases. We are committed to serving individuals of all races, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, religions, sexual orientations, and gender identities.

CCIS – Family and Children’s Services (FCS) Division

The FCS division adopts a holistic, strength-based approach to facilitate family and children's integration into the community, enhance services through community resources, and promote healthy development.

Job Summary

CCIS is recruiting on-call interpreters fluent in English and the following languages:

• Badini, Igbo, Norwegian, Tagalog
• Bosnian, Indonesian, Odia, Telugu
• Cantonese, Karen, Polish, Ukrainian
• Czech, Konkani, Rohingya, Yoruba
• Danish, Korean, Romanian, Swahili (East)
• Dinka, Kurmanji, Russian, Swahili (Kenya)
• Hausa, Marathi, Sorani, Urdu
• Hungarian, Mon, Swahili (East), Yoruba

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide interpretation/translation services in various settings, including community, medical, legal, business, and education.
• Build strong relationships with clients and immigrant families.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity.
• Attend meetings across Calgary, in person and online.
• Support program promotion and contribute to its success.
• Foster an inclusive work environment through effective communication and positive relationships.
• Collaborate with community-based services.

Qualifications and Skills

• Proficiency in English and the target language.
• Certification, memberships, training, or experience in interpretation.
• Experience in interpretation services.
• Ongoing education to enhance interpretation skills.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills with a positive attitude.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and a clean driving record, as travel is required.
• Legal eligibility to work in Canada.
• Active liability insurance coverage.
• CILISAT / ATIA membership is an asset.
• Recent criminal record check with vulnerable sector search (less than 90 days old).

How To Apply

Send your resume and cover letter to [e-mail] with the subject line: “Application to Interpreter/Translator – (Language spoken)”.

This position remains open indefinitely and may be updated periodically. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.