American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter, Contractor

Universal Language Service, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Full time

Job summary

A leading language services provider is seeking motivated American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters for remote interpretation through our innovative platform. This role allows you to provide vital interpretation services on a flexible schedule, with prescheduled times available. Candidates should possess fluent ASL skills, relevant national certifications, and a commitment to cultural sensitivity. A HIPAA-compliant work environment is required. Compensation ranges from $35.00/hr to $45.00/hr.

Qualifications

• Fluency in American Sign Language and spoken English skills.
• Strong aptitude for customer service and interpreting.
• Extensive knowledge of RID Code of Professional Conduct.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective interpreting sessions in a professional manner.
• Adhere to ethical standards and procedural requirements for interpreting.
• Maintain professional demeanor throughout sessions.

Skills

Fluent American Sign Language

Excellent listening and retention

Cultural sensitivity

Customer service

Education

CI/CT, NAD IV or above, NIC, BEI national certifications

Job description

American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter, Contractor

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Overview

Universal Language Service, Inc. is the leading provider of Language Services in Washington and beyond. We seek professional, motivated Sign language interpreters to provide Pre-Scheduled and On-Demand Remote interpretation through our innovative FaceTok platform. While on FaceTok, you can help deliver vital interpretation services whenever you have a free schedule. This is an excellent opportunity for motivated interpreters who want to make the most of their spare time by taking On-Demand Video Remote Interpretation calls. FaceTok is a platform where you can utilize your skills and also provides a chance to earn passive income whenever you have a free schedule. To ensure confidentiality standards, all remote interpreters must work from a secure, HIPAA-compliant environment.

We currently have prescheduled timeslots available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time Zone (EST), Monday through Saturday.

Base pay range

$35.00/hr - $45.00/hr

Job Functions

• Provide effective interpreting sessions in a professional manner.
• 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 deaf and hard-of-hearing clients, culture, and preferences.
• Strong aptitude and passion for customer service and interpreting.
• Maintain a professional demeanor throughout the sessions.
• Render exact and correct concepts and meanings according to interpreter protocol.

Qualifications

• Interpreter must possess fluent American Sign Language and spoken English language skills.
• Excellent listening and retention to maintain high accuracy during interpretation.
• Extensive knowledge RID Code of Professional Conduct
• Must possess one of the CI/CT, NAD IV or above, NIC, BEI national certifications
• HIPAA-compliant work environment and setting.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industries
• Translation and Localization

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