Arabic Bilingual Interpreter - Queens, NY (Full-time & Part-time)

CyraCom Careers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Arabic Bilingual Interpreter to join their dynamic team in New York. This role is essential for providing high-quality interpretation services across various sectors, including healthcare and legal. The company values diversity and inclusivity, offering a supportive environment where employees can thrive. With a focus on professional development and ethical practices, this position provides a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the community while working in a collaborative setting. If you are passionate about language and helping others, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Skilled consecutive interpretation with a focus on confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and follow company policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide meaning-for-meaning interpreting for various clients.
• Follow interpreter protocols and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Arabic

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Cultural Understanding

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Telephones

Job description

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Base pay range

$16.50/hr - $16.50/hr

Job Description Summary

This position performs skilled consecutive, first-person interpretation. Work is performed and reviewed under direct supervision, using well-defined policies and procedures. Limited opportunity exists for exercising independent judgment and decision-making. An incumbent refers most problems to a supervisor and generally all non-routine problems. This description applies to the entire Interpreter classification regardless of language(s) spoken. Languages include, but are not limited to Arabic, Bengali, Brazilian Portuguese, Burmese, Cambodian, Cantonese, Farsi, French, Haitian Creole, Hindi, Hmong, Japanese, Korean, Karen, Mandarin, Nepali, Polish, Punjabi, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese, or any combination thereof

Essential Functions (major Duties & Responsibilities)

• Provides meaning-for-meaning interpreting.
• Follows CyraCom's interpreter protocols as per CyraCom training, policies, and procedures.
• Follows all CyraCom policies and procedures related to information confidentiality and interpreter ethics.
• Attends all required training for interpreters, such as training by the CyraCom Quality and Development Department.
• Continuously improves vocabulary and specialized subject matter knowledge, as required for various clients, such as medical, legal, social services, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality as per CyraCom Interpreter policies.
• Uses standard office equipment such as telephones, computers, copiers and fax machines.
• Uses MS Office applications such as Outlook, Word and Edge (or other internet browser).
• All employees are required to perform the following essential functions: demonstrate predictable, reliable, and timely attendance; follow written and verbal directions and complete assigned tasks on schedule; read, write and communicate in English; communicate in person and by telephone as per CyraCom policy; learn from directions, observations, and mistakes; work independently or as part of a team; interact appropriately with others including co-workers, supervisors, and customers; and work with supervision, receiving instructions/feedback, coaching/counseling and/or corrective action.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Fluency in English and the target language.
• Skilled at communicating, both orally and in writing in English and target language.
• Basic understanding of linguistics and different cultures.
• Skilled in adjusting to rapidly changing circumstances.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and skilled at exercising initiative within the parameter of company policies and procedures.
• Exceptional commitment to confidentiality as per CyraCom Interpreter policies.
• Skilled at keeping supervisors informed of problems or issues.
• Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Internet Explorer (or other internet browser).
• Ability to operate competently common office equipment including, but not limited to computer, fax, copier and telephone system.
  
  

Starting pay for this position is $16.50/hr

CyraCom International, Inc.'s success is driven by the advantage created by the collective efforts of its employees, and is dependent upon a diverse, inclusive environment that embraces change, new ideas, respect for the individual and fosters an equal opportunity for success. We have zero tolerance for discrimination, intimidation or harassment of any kind. CyraCom International, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. CyraCom International, Inc. maintains a drug-free workplace

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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