Sign Language Interpreter - VRS - Full Time - Halifax, Nova Scotia

Sorenson Communications, LLC; Halifax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading communications company seeks a full-time Sign Language Interpreter in Halifax. This role involves interpreting ASL and spoken English, requiring a high school diploma and strong technical skills. Benefits include paid vacation, medical insurance, and flexible scheduling. Competitive salary ranges from $25-$60 depending on qualifications.

Benefits

Paid Vacation Time

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Flexible Scheduling

401K plans with employer contribution

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3 years’ experience working as an interpreter preferred.

Responsibilities

• Effectively interpret between American Sign Language (ASL) and spoken English.
• Maintain compliance with licensure and certification requirements.
• Complete assigned tasks and projects promptly.

Skills

Ability to pass required skills assessment

Troubleshoot basic technical issues

Dexterity of hands and fingers

Work in a fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree

Job description

Sign Language Interpreter - VRS - Full Time

Job Category : Interpreting

Requisition Number : SIGNL009144

• Posted : February 24, 2025
• Full-Time

Locations

Showing 1 location

Salary Range : $25-$60 (depending on location, education, and certifications)

Details :

• The Full-time 32 hour a week position will require that hours be worked Monday-Saturday, 7am-7pm MST.
• This position will require that 100% of the required 32 hours are worked in VRS. Anything worked above 32 hours can be worked in other job codes.
• Those selected will be required to remain in their FT position for one year. (Cannot move to PT until the year is up).

Shifts : Available hours are Monday-Saturday, 7am-7pm MT. If selected and hired you will initially be asked to work at least one shift either Monday, Friday or Saturday.

Benefits of interpreting with Sorenson :

• Paid Vacation Time, Paid Sick Time, and Paid Holidays
• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Flexible Scheduling
• Premium shifts offered to boost hourly wage
• Earn CEUs
• Opportunity for annual certification, testing and membership / licensure reimbursement up to 100% based on average hours worked
• 401K plans with employer contribution
• No scripts
• Company-wide Network
• Transfer and visiting interpreter opportunities to any of the centers across the US and Canada

A successful candidate will have :

• Ability to pass our required skills assessment
• A high school diploma or GED
• An associate’s or bachelor’s degree (preferred, but not required)
• 3 years’ experience working as an interpreter (preferred, but not required)
• Ability to troubleshoot basic technical issues
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, highly regulated and customer service focused environment
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, tools and to handle other computer components
• Regular and predictable attendance

Responsibilities :

• Effectively interpret between American Sign Language (ASL) and spoken English
• Maintain compliance with any national, state, or local licensure and / or certification requirements
• Demonstrate compliance with Sorenson standards and policies, FCC regulations and the RID Code of Professional Conduct
• Accurately complete assigned tasks / duties, projects and paperwork promptly and within approved guidelines
• The ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, in order to meet the demands of the VRS industry, is essential for this position.
• Possess the ability to quickly learn and implement new and changing technologies
• Work effectively in a team environment; receive support from and provide support to colleagues
• Possess the ability to work effectively in an environment with oversight that may include, but is not limited to call monitoring, mentoring and evaluations
• Enhance interpreting skills through continued education training
• Demonstrate willingness and ability to complete additional duties and assignments on an ongoing basis

About Us :

• Sorenson Communications is committed to connecting people every day through communications access 24 / 7 / 365. Our customers rely on us and our innovative technology to quickly deliver accuracy in every conversation.
• Sorenson Communications, LLC. offers Video Relay Service (VRS), which gives Deaf individuals who use American Sign Language (ASL), and hearing people the option to communicate in their preferred language - either ASL or spoken English or Spanish.

Equal Employment Opportunity :

Sorenson Communications is an EOE, Disability / Age Employer.

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