ASL Sign Language Interpreter – VRS, Flexible Shifts

Sorenson Communications; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Premium shifts

CEUs

Licensure reimbursement

401K with employer contrib.

No scripts

Wellness resources

Company network

Intercenter transfers

Job summary

Sorenson Communications is expanding our Video Relay Service (VRS). As a result, we are seeking Interpreters to provide Sign-to-Voice and Voice-to-Sign interpreting services.

Full and part-time positions are available in the US and in Canada. Responsibilities include interpreting between ASL and spoken English, maintaining licensure requirements, adhering to Sorenson standards, FCC regulations and the RID Code of Professional Conduct, and supporting a fast-paced, customer-service oriented

Qualifications

• Ability to pass required skills assessment.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
• Interpreter certification as required by local regulations.
• 3 years’ experience as an interpreter preferred but not required.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic technical issues.
• Work in a fast-paced, regulated, customer service focused environment.
• Dexterity to operate computer hardware and components.
• Regular and predictable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Effectively interpret between ASL and spoken English.
• Maintain compliance with licensure and certification requirements.
• Adhere to Sorenson standards, FCC regulations, and RID Code of Conduct.
• Follow attendance policy and company guidelines.
• Complete tasks, projects, and paperwork promptly.
• Maintain flexible schedule to meet VRS industry demands.
• Learn and implement new technologies quickly.
• Work in a team environment with support from colleagues.
• Adapt to call monitoring, mentoring, and evaluations.

Skills

ASL/English interpretation

Interpreting skills

Customer service

Technical troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Regular attendance

Team collaboration

Ethics/compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s or Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Interpreter certification (as required by local regulations)

Job description

Sorenson Communications is expanding our Video Relay Service (VRS). As a result, we are seeking Interpreters to provide Sign-to-Voice and Voice-to-Sign interpreting services.

Full and part-time positions are available in the US and in Canada. Responsibilities include interpreting between ASL and spoken English, maintaining licensure requirements, adhering to Sorenson standards, FCC regulations and the RID Code of Professional Conduct, and supporting a fast-paced, customer-service oriented