American Sign Language Interpreter - Wichita, KS

Language Services Associates, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to a web-based invoicing platform

24-hour support from coordinators

Job summary

A language services provider is seeking American Sign Language Interpreters to work as independent contractors in the Wichita, KS area. Candidates must meet specific qualifications, including relevant certifications and degrees. This role offers flexibility in accepting assignments, with a focus on providing quality interpreting services in various settings.

Qualifications

• RID certification is required.
• State’s QA equivalent certification necessary.
• Proof of License or Registration needed.
• Proof of License or Registration
• Fluency in English and American Sign Language
• Adherence to interpreting ethics
• Experience in medical and/or mental health settings

Responsibilities

• Accept or decline assignments based on schedule.
• Commit to accepted assignments and arrive onsite as scheduled.
• Access the web-based invoicing platform.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in American Sign Language

Adherence to interpreting ethics

Experience in medical and/or mental health settings

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Opportunity Overview:

LSA is seeking American Sign Language Interpreters for a client in the Wichita, KS area. As an independent contractor within the LSA network, interpreters can negotiate competitive fees based on experience, credentials, and market factors.

Interpreters in the network have the flexibility to accept or decline assignments to suit their schedule. They are given opportunities to take on challenging assignments and gain valuable industry experience. Interpreters are expected to commit to accepted assignments and arrive onsite as scheduled.

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

Location:

Applicants must be in or near Wichita, KS, or able to travel there.

About the role:

Network interpreters should meet these requirements:

1. Associate or Bachelor’s 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. Adherence to interpreting ethics
7. Experience in medical and/or mental health settings