ASL Interpreter/PAHrtners Deaf Services/FT/Moon Township/$5,000 Sign On Bonus

RHA Health Services, LLC; Moon (VA); Sur place; USD 50 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Payactiv

Health insurance

401(k) retirement

Paid Time Off

Training opportunities

Wellbeing programs

Résumé du poste

RHA Health Services, LLC is hiring a Staff Interpreter for Moon Township to support Deaf and hard-of-hearing members and staff in multiple settings. Bachelor’s level interpreting with relevant certifications is required, with on-call flexibility and adherence to ethical standards.

The role emphasizes collaboration with clinical teams, travel to assignments, and provision of training on communication access. Benefits include competitive pay and on-site support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Interpreting with at least one year interpreting experience with deaf individuals with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities and current CSC, CT/CI, NIC from RID, or Level III from NAD.
• Bachelor’s degree in another field with at least one year interpreting experience with deaf individuals with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities and current CSC, CT/CI, NIC from RID, or Level III from NAD.
• Associates degree in Interpreting plus three years interpreting experience with deaf individuals with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities and current CSC, CT/CI, NIC from RID, or Level III from NAD.
• Associates degree in any field plus three years interpreting experience with deaf individuals with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities and current CSC, CT/CI, NIC from RID, or Level III from NAD.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Interpreting or another field with at least one year of interpreting experience with Deaf individuals with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities preferred. If not Certified, interpreter must be supervised and obtain Certification within one year.

Responsabilités

• Provide interpreting services sign to voice and voice to sign for deaf and hard of hearing staff and members in preferred mode.
• Travel to assignments and maintain schedule flexibility when outside the office.
• Communicate with supervision regarding unfilled assignments, last minute requests, and status updates.
• Provide educational materials and training on communication access for deaf/hard of hearing individuals.
• Maintain billing records for members served.
• Adhere to professional conduct standards and HIPAA Privacy Rule.

Connaissances

Interpreting experience

Sign language proficiency

Communication skills

HIPAA awareness

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Interpreting

Bachelor’s degree in another field with interpreting exp.

Associates degree in Interpreting

Associates degree in any field

Certification: CSC/CT/CI/NIC or NAD Level III

Description du poste

We are hiring for: ASL Interpreter/PAHrtners Deaf Services/FT/Moon Township/$5,000 Sign On Bonus

Type: Regular

If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!

The Staff Interpreter is responsible for interpreting in various settings for members and staff. This position requires Bachelor’s degree in Interpreting with at least one year interpreting experience with deaf individuals with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities AND current CSC, CT/CI, NIC from RID, or Level III from NAD, or Associates degree in Interpreting plus three years interpreting experience with deaf individuals with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities AND current CSC, CT/CI, NIC from RID, or Level III from NAD.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Interpreting with at least one year interpreting experience with deaf individuals with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities AND current CSC, CT/CI, NIC from RID, or Level III from NAD; OR
• Bachelor’s degree in another field with at least one year interpreting experience with deaf individuals with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities AND current CSC, CT/CI, NIC from RID, or Level III from NAD; OR
• Associates degree in Interpreting plus three years interpreting experience with deaf individuals with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities AND current CSC, CT/CI, NIC from RID, or Level III from NAD; OR
• Associates degree in any field plus three years interpreting experience with deaf individuals with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities AND current CSC, CT/CI, NIC from RID, or Level III from NAD; OR
• Bachelor’s Degree in Interpreting or another field with at least one year of interpreting experience with Deaf individuals with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities preferred. If not Certified (CSC, CT/CI, NIC from RID, or Level III from NAD), the interpreter must be under the supervision of a Certified Mental Health Interpreter (QMHI- Qualified Mental Health Interpreter). Must obtain Certification (CSC, CT/CI, NIC from RID, or Level III from NAD) within the one year of employment.

Other: Current registration as a Sign Language Interpreter with the Office for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing with the Department of Labor and Industry.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpreting services sign to voice and voice to sign for deaf and hard of hearing staff and members in the mode they prefer and understand. Interpreting assignments are provided in various settings, including psychiatric evaluations/appointments, meetings with family members, clinical team meetings, staff meetings, telephone conference calls, and staff/member trainings on and off site.
• Travel to assignments and maintain flexibility with schedule when assignments occur outside the office.
• Communicate with Assistant Operations Director regarding unfilled assignments, last minute requests/cancellations, consumer complaints and other relevant issues to maintain program integrity and performance standards.
• Serve as a resource and provide educational materials and training to staff regarding communication access for deaf/hard of hearing individuals.
• Maintain accurate billing records in relation to members served.
• Adhere to the NAD - Registry of Interpreter of the Deaf Code of Professional Conduct for Sign Language Interpreters.
• Provide communication access for emergency services, as necessary.
• Utilize safe crisis management techniques to manage situations involving agitated and/or hostile behaviors of consumers, without the use of physical restraints.
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement activities, as directed.
• Participates on committees or with special projects to further the goals and objectives of the program/company.
• Perform all job responsibilities in a safe manner and adhere to safety practices and standards established by the company.
• Adhere to the Exposure Control Plan and wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by the task being performed.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with company policy and HIPAA Privacy Rule regulations.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Attend and successfully complete all trainings and supervision sessions as directed.
• Complete and submit documentation of time worked accurately and in a timely manner.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Physical And Sensory Requirements

• Must possess vision/hearing senses, with or without reasonable accommodation, will enable these senses to function adequately, so that the requirements of the position can be fully met.
• Must possess the ability to be physically mobile, with or without reasonable accommodation, so that the requirements of the position can be fully met.
• Must be able to physically assist with evacuating members during emergency situations.

Additional Requirements

Must be able to perform the following physical activities required of the position with or without reasonable accommodation:* Frequency: Performs these functions Rarely <10%; Occasionally 11-35%; Frequently 36-70%; Consistently 71-100%

Pre-employment screening

• Complete criminal background
• Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)
• Drug testing
• Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.
• Proof of employment history or references (if required)
• Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.

We offer the following benefits to employees:

• Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday!
• Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!
• Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
• Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
• 401(k) retirement savings program
• Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
• Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
• Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities
• contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefits

EEO Statement

RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.

About RHA

At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes. For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey.