American Sign Language Interpreter in Redding CA

Focus Interpreting; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay by assignment

Job summary

Focus Interpreting in Redding, CA is seeking an American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter to join our team. This role focuses on facilitating clear communication between deaf and hearing individuals in educational, healthcare, and community environments.

Responsibilities include providing accurate ASL interpretation, maintaining confidentiality, collaborating with clients, and pursuing ongoing professional development to stay current with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Fluency in ASL and English.
• Preferred certification in ASL interpreting.
• Understanding of Deaf culture.
• Experience in diverse interpreting environments.
• Ability to work under high pressure to provide accurate interpretations.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear and accurate ASL interpretation in educational, healthcare, and community settings.
• Interpret spoken language to ASL and vice versa with cultural relevance and context.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional ethics across assignments.
• Collaborate with clients to understand communication needs and preferences.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to improve interpreting skills and knowledge.

Skills

ASL fluency

English proficiency

Education

ASL interpreting program completion

Job description

Position Summary

Focus Interpreting is on the lookout for a dedicated American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter to join our team in Redding, CA. This position is crucial for fostering communication between deaf and hearing individuals, enabling meaningful interactions in a variety of environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear and accurate ASL interpretation in settings such as educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and community outreach programs.
• Facilitate communication by interpreting spoken language to ASL and vice versa, ensuring cultural relevance and contextualappropriateness.
• Adhere to professional ethics and confidentiality standards in all interpreting assignments.
• Work collaboratively with clients to understand their specific communication needs and preferences.
• Engage in continual professional development to enhance interpreting skills and stay current with industry standards.

Requirements

• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and proficient English skills.
• Preferred certification or completion of an accredited ASL interpreting program.
• Awareness and understanding of Deaf culture and community dynamics.
• Experience in interpreting across various settings is beneficial.
• Strong ability to work effectively in high-pressure situations while delivering accurate interpretations.

Requirements

• Fluency in ASL and English
• Preferred certification in ASL interpretation
• Understanding of Deaf culture
• Experience in diverse interpreting environments
• Ability to perform in high-pressure situations

Benefits

Paid by assignment at an hourly rate.