American Sign Language Interpreter - Bakersfield, CA

Language Services Associates, Inc.; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading language services provider is seeking American Sign Language Interpreters in the Bakersfield, CA area. The role offers the flexibility to negotiate competitive fees based on experience and market factors. Ideal candidates should have the necessary certifications and a commitment to professional ethics in interpreting. This position provides opportunities for challenging assignments and 24-hour support.

Qualifications

• RID certification required.
• State QA equivalent level certification needs to be proven.
• Experience in medical and/or mental health settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Commit to assignments accepted and arrive on time.
• Use web-based invoicing platform for documentation.
• Coordinate with clients and LSA support for queries.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in American Sign Language

Knowledge of interpreting ethics

Education

Associate or Bachelor degree

Job description

Opportunity Overview

LSA is looking for American Sign Language Interpreters for a client in the Bakersfield, CA area. LSA network interpreters are independently contracted, and as such, are able to negotiate competitive fees for services based on experience, professional credentials, and market factors. Interpreters participating in the LSA network have the ability to accept or decline assignments as best fit their schedule. Independently contracted interpreters that join the LSA network are provided opportunities to accept challenging assignments and gain competitive industry experience. Interpreters are expected to remain committed to assignments accepted, and to arrive onsite by the time requested by the client. All interpreters are provided access to our web-based invoicing platform and 24hr coordinator support for assignments, invoicing, and general queries.

Location

To be considered for this role, you must be in/near or able to travel to the Bakersfield, CA area.

About the role

Interpreters in LSA’s network of independent contractors are asked to meet the following requirements:

• Associate or Bachelor degree
• RID certification
• Interpreter’s state’s QA equivalent level certification
• Proof required License or Registration
• Fluency in English and American Sign Language
• Knowledge of and adherence to the ethics of interpreting
• Experience and comfort working in medical and/or mental health settings