American Sign Language Interpreter

Focus Interpreting; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Focus Interpreting is seeking a dedicated American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter to join our team. You will facilitate communication between deaf and hearing individuals by accurately interpreting spoken language into ASL and back.

Responsibilities include providing interpretation across medical, legal, educational, and social services, maintaining confidentiality, and staying current with ASL and English developments to ensure high-quality service.

Qualifications

• Fluent in ASL and English with excellent communication skills.
• ASL interpretation certification preferred.
• Understanding of Deaf culture and norms.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional interpretation services in medical, legal, educational, and social settings.
• Interpret spoken language into ASL and ASL into spoken language in real time.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional integrity in all sessions.
• Stay updated on developments in ASL and English to ensure high-quality service.

Skills

ASL fluency

English proficiency

Education

ASL interpretation certification (preferred)

Job description

Position Summary

Focus Interpreting is seeking a dedicated American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter to join our team. As an interpreter, you will be responsible for facilitating communication between deaf and hearing individuals by accurately interpreting spoken language into ASL and vice versa.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional interpretation services during various settings, including medical, legal, educational, and social services.
• Ensure clear and effective communication by interpreting spoken words into ASL and ASL back into spoken language in real-time.
• Adhere to confidentiality guidelines and maintain a high level of professionalism and integrity in all interpretation sessions.
• Stay updated on developments in both ASL and English to ensure the highest quality of service and accuracy in interpretation.

Requirements

• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and strong proficiency in English, with excellent communication skills in both languages.
• Certification or qualifications in ASL interpretation is preferred.
• Understanding of the Deaf culture and norms to provide effective and culturally sensitive interpretation.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Requirements

• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and English
• Certification or qualifications in ASL interpretation preferred
• Understanding of Deaf culture
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure

Benefits

• Paid by assignment at an hourly rate.