American Sign Language Interpreter - Springfield, IL

Language Services Associates; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to web-based invoicing platform

24-hour coordinator support

Job summary

A language service provider is seeking American Sign Language Interpreters in the Springfield, IL area. Applicants should have an Associate or Bachelor degree, RID certification, and proof of required licensing. Interpreters can negotiate their own fees and have the flexibility to accept or decline assignments. The role includes access to a web-based invoicing platform and support for coordination. Commitment to assignments and timely arrival is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor degree in relevant field.
• RID certification required.
• State QA equivalent level certification mandated.
• Must provide proof of required license or registration.
• Experience in medical and mental health settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accept and decline assignments based on personal schedule.
• Arrive onsite by the requested time for assignments.
• Provide interpreting services for clients.

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

Tools

Web-based invoicing platform

Coordinator support

Job description

Opportunity Overview

LSA is looking for American Sign Language Interpreters for a client in the Springfield, IL area. LSA network interpreters are independently contracted, allowing them to negotiate competitive fees based on experience, professional credentials, and market factors. Interpreters can accept or decline assignments to fit their schedule and are expected to remain committed to assignments accepted, arriving onsite by the requested time.

All interpreters receive access to a web‑based invoicing platform and 24‑hour 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 Springfield, IL area.

About The Role

• Associate or Bachelor degree
• RID certification
• Interpreter’s state QA equivalent level certification
• Proof of 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