ASL Staff Interpreter

Aspire-Indiana-Health,-Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Aspire Indiana Health, Inc. is seeking a part-time American Sign Language (ASL) Staff Interpreter to join our Deaf Services Team.

The role involves providing interpreting services to Deaf, Deaf-blind and hard of hearing clients, and to hearing individuals when communicating with Deaf colleagues. Responsibilities include coordinating interpreters, scheduling freelance staff, teaching adaptive equipment use, and building strong relationships with Aspire staff and external contacts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Bachelor’s degree in American Sign Language or related field preferred.
• RID certification or state certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpreting services to Deaf, Deaf-blind and hard of hearing clients in clinical or admin settings.
• Coordinate schedules of interpreting staff and freelance interpreters.
• Provide instruction in use of adaptive equipment.
• Build and maintain relationships with Aspire staff and external contacts.
• Schedule with agencies for freelance interpreters, as needed.
• Respond to management direction calmly and effectively.
• Collaborate with all parties to support client goals.

Skills

ASL interpretation

Interpersonal communication

Coordination

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree in ASL or related field

Job description

Overview

WE SERVE ALL. WE HIRE ALL. WE ACCEPT ALL.

Now interviewing for a part-time (Approx. 30 hours/week) American Sign Language (ASL) Staff Interpreter to join our Deaf Services Team !

Aspire Indiana Health is a nonprofit provider of comprehensive “whole health” services including primary medical care, behavioral health, recovery services and programs addressing the social determinants of health such as housing and employment. Aspire has health centers in five Central Indiana counties serving Hoosiers of all ages and walks of life.

Position Summary

The ASL Staff Interpreter will provide interpreting services to Deaf, Deaf-blind and hard of hearing clients, families and/or staff in clinical or administrative settings, and to hearing individuals when communicating with Deaf or hard of hearing individuals.

• Provide support services, which may include coordinating schedules of interpreting staff and scheduling freelance interpreters
• Provide instruction in the use of adaptive equipment
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with Aspire staff and supervisors, as well as external contacts
• Schedule with agencies for freelance interpreters, as needed
• Respond appropriately to direction and constructive criticism from management
• Respond in a calm and effective manner to a variety of demands, projects and personality types
• Collaborate and communicate with all parties involved in working towards client’s identified goals

Education/Experience/Requirements

• High School Diploma required. Bachelor’s degree in American Sign Language or related field highly preferred
• Mental Health, substance use treatment center and/or medical setting experience highly preferred;
• Understanding of the behavioral health field, a plus
• Must have reliable transportation to travel between multiple locations to interpret and attend trainings and/or meetings
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license, current automobile insurance and a driving record that meets the guidelines and requirements of the organization
• High-speed internet access at home for telehealth assignments
• Availability to work Monday - Friday, some evenings may be required

Certifications

• Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) preferred and/or any state certification in ASL Interpreting highly preferred

Learn more about us at Aspireindiana.org, and see our Core Values, Benefits and Current Job Listings on our Careers page. Or check out our Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and YouTube pages.

Drug screen, TB test and extensive background checks (including Criminal History, Sex Offender Registry Search, State Central Registry Check, Education Verification, and Professional References) are required of all Aspire employees.

All individuals who join Aspire are strongly encouraged to have a flu shot and be fully vaccinated against COVID19 prior to joining Aspire to further protect our staff and the patients we serve. We also adhere to CDC protocols including wearing masks, social distancing, and sanitizing.

Aspire Indiana Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.