ACCS Sign Language Interpreter (24 hrs/wk) - Leominster

Open Sky Community Services Inc.; Leominster (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent supervision

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Open Sky Community Services in Massachusetts is seeking an American Sign Language Interpreter to support Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing individuals. You will interpret in person and virtually for trainings, meetings, and clinical assessments, and may travel to homes and community locations as needed.

Requirements include a High School Diploma, NIC certification, at least 2 years of ASL interpreting, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent, required.
• Current NIC certification and 2 years of ASL interpreting experience, required.
• Valid Driver's License and acceptable driving record, required.

Responsibilities

• Interpreting in person and virtual staff trainings, meetings, and clinical assessments.
• Interpreting for group gatherings between individuals served and staff, and for clinical assessments.
• Traveling to individuals' homes or community locations to interpret between Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing individuals and staff.
• Collaborating with external interpreters for assignments requiring a second interpreter.
• Providing education to trainers and meeting leaders on creating a deaf-friendly atmosphere.

Skills

Interpreting

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Education

NIC (National Interpreter Certification)

ASL interpretation experience

Job description

Job Description

Adult Community Clinical Services is a Department of Mental Health funded service that is designed to deliver evidence-based interventions within a clinically focused model. Individuals served are diagnosed with mental illness or dual diagnosis and reside in their own homes, apartments, or in group living environments. Our services focus on helping people transition to a more independent environment while maximizing their natural supports by building skills and achieving personal goals. The teams are tight knit, supportive and multidisciplinary. Open Sky’s talented clinicians, substance use counselors, nurses, peer staff, housing counselors, outreach counselors, and direct care staff provide quality, compassionate care to individuals served.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpreting in person and virtual staff trainings, meetings among staff members and team meetings between individuals served by the program and members of our integrated team.
• Interpreting for small group gatherings between individuals served and staff and for clinical assessments between individuals served and clinical staff members.
• Traveling to individual's homes or locations in the community on occasion to interpret between hearing staff and Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing individuals served.
• Working in collaboration with external interpreters for assignments requiring a second interpreter.
• Providing education to trainers and meeting leaders regarding providing a deaf-friendly atmosphere at the beginning of each training or meeting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent, required.
• Current National Interpreter Certification (NIC) from the National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf and 2 years of ASL interpreting, required.
• Valid Driver's License and acceptable driving record, required.
• Reliability, willingness to learn, and being open to new opportunities.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $33.05 - $33.05

About Us

At Open Sky Community Services, we open our doors, hearts, and minds to the belief that every individual, regardless of perceived limitations, deserves the chance to live a productive and fulfilling life. Open Sky is on an anti-racist journey, committed to learning, living, and breathing inclusion, opportunity, diversity, racial equity, and justice for ALL. At Open Sky, you’ll join over 1,300 compassionate and highly trained professionals who put innovative, evidence-based practices to work in ways that positively impact our communities across Central Massachusetts and beyond. As a trauma-informed organization, Open Sky strives for transparency and sensitivity to the experiences of those we interact with. Self-care is encouraged, and we are committed to providing a positive work culture that is focused on continuous learning and the value of diverse perspectives. Open Sky is proud to be an industry leader in pay and benefits.

Benefits of Working for Open Sky Include

• Excellent Supervision (Individual and Group), Professional Development, and Training Opportunities
• Generous paid time off plan - you start with 29 days (almost 6 weeks!) in your first year, including 12 paid holidays. Increases to 32 days in your 2nd year, and the current maximum is 43 days (OVER 8 WEEKS!)
• We pay for your higher education! Ask about our Tuition Reimbursement Program, and reimbursement for a variety of Human Services certifications.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Prescription Plan
• 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Life Insurance (100% Employer-Paid)
• Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• And more!

Open Sky celebrates diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran, or disabled Veteran status.

Open Sky Community Services, Inc. offers a wide range of services for adults, adolescents, and children experiencing mental health challenges, developmental and intellectual disabilities, substance use disorders, brain injury, homelessness and other complex challenges. Open Sky has 1,300 employees, an annual budget of over $100 million and more than 100 programs throughout the region serving more than 8,000 individuals. We support those we serve to achieve their definition of wellness, and pursue the opportunities and relationships that are meaningful to them. We help them see beyond what they thought was possible, to find their open sky.