Albanian In-Person Interpreter

Universal Language Service, Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

A language service provider in Seattle is seeking a contractor for the role of Albanian Interpreter. The position involves facilitating communication for Limited English Proficient individuals in various settings. Candidates must be fluent in both Albanian and English and have strong ethical standards in interpreting. This flexible role allows for multiple sessions per day, aiming to build your interpreting business while contributing to community services.

Qualifications

• Fluent and have strong verbal communication skills in both Albanian and English.
• Must have successful completion of a proficiency assessment or a national certification.
• Knowledge of interpreter ethics and standards of practice.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate onsite communication for Limited English Proficient (LEP) community.
• Provide effective onsite interpreting sessions in a professional manner.
• Adhere to interpreter ethical standards.

Skills

Fluent in Albanian and English

Strong listening and retention skills

Excellent customer service

Education

Degree or certifications in interpreting practices

Job description

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Job Title: Albanian Interpreter

Location: Onsite servicing King County

Job Type: Independent Contractor

Position Overview: The Albanian In-Person Interpreter is responsible for facilitating onsite communication for Limited English Proficient (LEP) community and the practitioners that serve them in a variety of settings. This contract position is flexible and an opportunity to expand your interpreting business with access to many sessions per day.

Job Functions

• Provide effective onsite interpreting sessions in a professional manner.
• Always exhibit professional appearance and behavior, including punctuality and preparedness for sessions.
• Demonstrate the ability to adapt quickly to new and changing situations.
• Adhere to interpreter ethical standards and procedural requirements specific to interpreting context.
• Demonstrate commitment to cultural sensitivity and working in a diverse environment.
• Respect for and understanding of our Limited English Proficient (LEP) clients, culture, dialect and beliefs and preferences.
• Strong aptitude and passion for customer service and interpreting.
• Speak clearly in both languages using proper pronunciation, enunciation, and polite expressions.
• Render exact and correct concepts and meanings according to interpreter protocol.

Qualifications

• Fluent and have strong verbal communication skills in both the source and target language (Albanian to English and vice-versa).
• Excellent listening and retention skills to maintain a high level of accuracy during interpretation.
• Successful completion of a proficiency assessment or have a national certification.
• Extensive knowledge of code of ethics and standards of practice (IMIA, NBCMI and NCIHC).
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read and write in the requested languages.
• Degree or certifications in interpreting practices.
• National Medical Interpreter Certification by CCHI, NBCMI or DSHS.
• Accredited Medical Interpreting Training course (i.e.: ALTA, MITS, Bridging the Gap, MiTio, Cross-Cultural training, 40-hour accredited medical courses).