ASL Interpreter: Diverse Settings (Healthcare, Education)

Focus Interpreting; Lake Havasu City (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate by assignment

Job summary

Focus Interpreting in Needles, CA seeks an American Sign Language interpreter to facilitate communication across healthcare, education, and community settings.

You will interpret between ASL and English, maintain confidentiality, build client rapport, and pursue ongoing professional development in line with industry best practices. This is a variable-hour assignment role with pay by assignment.

Qualifications

• Fluent in ASL with proficient English communication.
• Preferred certification or formal education in ASL interpretation.
• Understanding of Deaf culture and community dynamics.
• Experience in interpreting across various settings is desirable.
• Strong professionalism in high-pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality ASL interpretation in healthcare, classroom, and community settings.
• Interpret spoken language to ASL and vice versa, adapting to context.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional standards.
• Develop rapport with clients and understand their communication needs.
• Participate in professional development to enhance interpreting skills.

Skills

ASL fluency

English proficiency

Deaf culture understanding

Education

ASL interpretation certification or related education

Job description

Focus Interpreting in Needles, CA seeks an American Sign Language interpreter to facilitate communication across healthcare, education, and community settings.

You will interpret between ASL and English, maintain confidentiality, build client rapport, and pursue ongoing professional development in line with industry best practices. This is a variable-hour assignment role with pay by assignment.