ASL Interpreter for Deaf‑Blind Community (Part-Time)

Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC d/b/a Avamere Living in; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 3,444,000 - 5,510,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

HSA/ FSA options

EAP Canopy

Job summary

Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC d/b/a Avamere Living is seeking an ASL Staff Interpreter for our Deaf and DeafBlind community in Gresham, OR. This part-time role requires advanced ASL proficiency and tactile signing, with weekend and PRN shifts available to support residents and staff.

The interpreter will facilitate communication, assist with activities of daily living, and collaborate with nurses and care teams to ensure access to services.

Qualifications

• RID or BEI certification required.
• Advanced capability in Deaf-Blind communication incl. tactile ASL, Pro‑Tactile, close‑vision interpreting.
• Minimum 2–3 years of professional interpreting experience; healthcare or senior living preferred.
• Fluency in American Sign Language; familiarity with tactile sign language and Deaf-Blind comms.
• State SSP certification and active CPR/BLS during employment.

Responsibilities

• Interpret between residents, staff, and medical personnel using ASL, English, and tactile signing.
• Narrate visual information for Deaf Blind residents; describe room layout and events.
• Assist with ADLs and navigation to support independence and participation in activities.
• Develop and update ISPs with residents and nursing staff; coordinate with outside agencies.

Skills

ASL proficiency

Tactile signing

Empathy

HIPAA knowledge

CPR/BLS

Education

RID/BEI certification

SSP certification

First Aid/CPR certification

Job description

Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC d/b/a Avamere Living is seeking an ASL Staff Interpreter for our Deaf and DeafBlind community in Gresham, OR. This part-time role requires advanced ASL proficiency and tactile signing, with weekend and PRN shifts available to support residents and staff.

The interpreter will facilitate communication, assist with activities of daily living, and collaborate with nurses and care teams to ensure access to services.