American Sign Language Interpreter - Birmingham, AL

Language Services Associates, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 55,104; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

24-hour support for assignments

Access to web-based invoicing platform

Job summary

A leading interpreting services organization is seeking American Sign Language Interpreters in the Birmingham, AL area. Candidates should hold at least an Associate or Bachelor degree, RID certification, and must be fluent in both English and American Sign Language. This role allows for flexible scheduling and negotiation of fees based on experience. Experience in medical or mental health settings is a plus.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor degree required.
• Certification from RID is mandatory.
• State’s QA equivalent certification needed.
• Proof of license or registration should be provided.
• Candidate must be fluent in both English and American Sign Language.
• Knowledge of interpreting ethics is essential.
• Experience in medical and/or mental health settings is preferred.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in American Sign Language

Knowledge of interpreting ethics

Experience in medical settings

Experience in mental health settings

Education

Associate or Bachelor degree

RID certification

State’s QA equivalent certification

Proof of license or registration

Job description

Opportunity Overview:

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

Network interpreters have the flexibility to accept or decline assignments according to their schedules. They are provided with access to a web-based invoicing platform and 24-hour support for assignments, invoicing, and inquiries.

Location:

Applicants must be in or near Birmingham, AL, or able to travel there.

About the role:

Requirements for interpreters include:

1. Associate or Bachelor degree
2. RID certification
3. State’s QA equivalent certification
4. Proof of license or registration
5. Fluency in English and American Sign Language
6. Knowledge of and adherence to interpreting ethics
7. Experience in medical and/or mental health settings