American Sign Language (ASL) Freelancer Interpreter

ContactLink Solutions LLC; United States; À distance; USD 30 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Fully remote

Per minute rate

Immediate start

Résumé du poste

ContactLink Solutions LLC is seeking an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter to provide remote interpretation services from a home office.

Responsibilities include interpreting between ASL and spoken English, maintaining licensure requirements, adhering to NAD-RID Code, and completing tasks promptly in a fast-paced environment. Requires RID CDI, ASL and English fluency, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and ASL.
• Minimum 1 year interpretation experience preferred.
• RID–CDI certification.
• Understanding of deaf culture and related education/history.
• Proficient computer skills: word processing, spreadsheets, email, scheduling, internet.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Render concepts accurately per interpretation protocol; avoid omissions/additions.

Responsabilités

• Interpret between ASL and spoken English accurately.
• Maintain compliance with licensure/certification requirements.
• Adhere to NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct.
• Complete tasks, projects, and paperwork promptly.
• Learn and implement new technologies quickly.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
• Take on additional duties as needed.
• Communicate and report to team leader.

Connaissances

ASL Fluency

English Proficiency

Interpretation Experience

Teamwork

Independent Work

Written Communication

Formation

RID CDI Certification

Deaf Culture Knowledge

Outils

Word Processing

Spreadsheets

Email

Scheduling Software

Internet

Description du poste

American Sign Language (ASL)- US-Based Interpreter

Language: American Sign Language (ASL)
We are currently looking for ASL interpreter. An ASL interpreter will provides sign language interpretation services in a variety of settings, including working with a variety of individuals who are deaf, deafened, hard of hearing and/or oral, empowering individuals to advocate for themselves and their needs.

Candidate Qualifications:

• Fluency in English and American Sign Language (ASL)
• Minimum 1 year interpretation experience preferred
• Interpreter certification (RID – CDI)
• Understanding of deaf culture, social experiences of deaf and hard of hearing persons, history of education for students who have various levels of hearing loss, and current pedagogical trends for Proven interpersonal skills when working with deaf and hearing impaired persons, communication service providers, instructors and administrators
• Proficient computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email, electronic scheduling and internet
• Excellent written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Render correct concepts and meanings according to the conventions of established interpretation protocol, avoiding omissions or additions.

Your responsibilities:

• Effectively interpret between American Sign Language (ASL) and spoken English
• Maintain, as applicable, compliance with any national, state, or local licensure and/or certification requirements
• Adhere to guidelines for NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct
• Accurately complete assigned tasks/duties, projects and paperwork promptly and within approved guidelines
• Possess the ability to quickly learn and implement new and changing technologies
• Possess the ability to work effectively in a fast paced, dynamic, highly regulated environment
• Demonstrate willingness and ability to complete additional duties and assignments on an on-going basis
• Communicate and report to your team leader

Technical Requirements:

• 90% English proficiency
• Windows 10 or Mac
• Computer or Laptop
• Steady wired internet connection
• At a minimum, download speeds of 20 Mbps and upload speeds of 10 Mbps
• Webcam
• USB wired headset
• Backdrop; use a contrasting, solid color like royal blue, charcoal, or bright green.

What we offer you:

• Fully remote. Interpreter works from his/her home office
• Full-time contractor position
• Immediate availability to start working after onboarding
• Monthly payments
• Per minute rate

*Based on your location, language testing and background check may be required*
Join us and become part of a dynamic team that values your skills.