ASL Interpreter for Diverse Settings & Impact

Focus Interpreting; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay by assignment

Job summary

Focus Interpreting in Santa Maria, CA is seeking a qualified American Sign Language interpreter to join our team. This role supports communication between deaf and hearing communities across educational, healthcare, legal, and community environments.

Applicants should be fluent in ASL and English, with a relevant interpreting program certification preferred. The position emphasizes professionalism, confidentiality, and ongoing skill development.

Qualifications

• ASL fluency and proficiency in English required.
• Preferred certification or completion of an accredited ASL interpreting program.
• Familiarity with Deaf culture and community dynamics.
• Experience interpreting in diverse settings is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive ASL interpretation in educational, healthcare, legal, and community settings.
• Interpret spoken language to ASL and vice versa with accuracy and cultural sensitivity.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all interpreting activities.
• Adapt to clients' communication preferences and foster inclusivity.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance interpreting skills.

Skills

ASL fluency

English proficiency

Interpreting experience

Education

ASL interpreting program certificate

Job description

Focus Interpreting in Santa Maria, CA is seeking a qualified American Sign Language interpreter to join our team. This role supports communication between deaf and hearing communities across educational, healthcare, legal, and community environments.

Applicants should be fluent in ASL and English, with a relevant interpreting program certification preferred. The position emphasizes professionalism, confidentiality, and ongoing skill development.