American Sign Language Interpreter in Salt Lak City Utah

Focus Interpreting; Bountiful (UT); On-site; USD 3,857,000 - 5,510,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid per assignment/per hour

Job summary

Focus Interpreting is seeking an American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter to join our team in Salt Lake City, Utah. This role provides interpretation services across medical, educational, and social settings to facilitate clear communication for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals.

You will interpret in real-time, maintain strict confidentiality, and uphold ethical standards while continuing to enhance ASL and English proficiency.

Qualifications

• Fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) and proficient in English.
• Certification in ASL interpretation is preferred.
• Strong understanding of Deaf culture and community norms.
• Ability to work under pressure while ensuring accuracy in communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpretation services in medical, educational, and social settings.
• Convert spoken language to ASL and vice versa in real-time.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards during assignments.
• Continuously improve ASL and English proficiency.

Skills

ASL fluency

English proficiency

Strong communication skills

Deaf culture knowledge

Education

ASL interpretation certification

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Focus Interpreting is seeking a talented American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter to join our team in Salt Lake City, Utah. This role involves providing exceptional interpretation services that facilitate communication for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals in a variety of professional settings.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide interpretation services for interactions in medical, educational, and social contexts, ensuring all parties understand each other fully
• Utilize your ASL skills to convert spoken language into sign language and vice versa in real-time situations
• Uphold confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards during all interpretation assignments
• Continuously enhance your ASL and English knowledge to maintain high-quality interpretation

REQUIREMENTS

• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and proficient command of English
• Preferred certification as an ASL interpreter, with demonstrated experience in professional settings
• Strong understanding of Deaf culture, community norms, and communication methods
• Ability to work effectively under pressure while ensuring accuracy and clarity in communication

Requirements

• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and English
• Preferred certification in ASL interpretation
• Strong understanding of Deaf culture
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure

Benefits

• Paid per assignment/per hour.