American Sign Language Interpreters (RID/BEI Certified) - Austin, TX

Language Services Associates, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Language Services Associates, Inc. is seeking American Sign Language Interpreters in the Austin, TX area. This role requires interpreters to be independently contracted with the flexibility to negotiate competitive fees based on experience and credentials. Successful candidates will be fluent in English and ASL and have the necessary certifications, including experience in medical or mental health settings. Opportunities for growth and challenging assignments are available within the LSA network.

Benefits

Access to web-based invoicing platform

24-hour support for assignments

Qualifications

• RID (or BEI where applicable) certification required.
• State’s QA equivalent certification necessary.
• Must have proof of License or Registration.
• Experience in medical or mental health settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Commit to accepted assignments and arrive onsite on time.
• Access to invoicing platform and support for assignments.
• Work as an independent contractor with flexibility in schedule.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in American Sign Language

Knowledge of interpreting ethics

Education

Associate or Bachelor degree

Job description

Opportunity Overview:

LSA is seeking American Sign Language Interpreters for a client in the Austin, TX area. Interpreters in the LSA network are independently contracted and can negotiate competitive fees based on experience, credentials, and market factors.

Network interpreters can accept or decline assignments to fit their schedules. They have opportunities to take on challenging assignments and gain industry experience. Interpreters are expected to commit to accepted assignments and arrive onsite by the scheduled time.

All interpreters have access to our web-based invoicing platform and 24-hour support for assignments, invoicing, and inquiries.

Location:

Applicants must be in, near, or able to travel to the Austin, TX area.

About the role:

Interpreters in the LSA network should meet these requirements:

• Associate or Bachelor degree
• RID (or BEI where applicable)
• State’s QA equivalent certification
• Proof of License or Registration
• Fluency in English and American Sign Language
• Knowledge of and adherence to interpreting ethics
• Experience working in medical and/or mental health settings