Bilingual Public Health Interpreter & Vendor Coordinator

Sampson County Government; Clinton (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Sampson County Government in North Carolina is seeking a fluent interpreter for the WIC program in the Health Department. You will interpret during appointments and ensure services are accessible and culturally appropriate for the families we serve.

Responsibilities include issuing eWIC cards, data entry into electronic health records, and supporting the team in delivering respectful, clear, and inclusive services.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Fluency in interpreting and translation.
• Knowledge of ethical standards and practices in interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Interpret during appointments to ensure accessibility and cultural appropriateness.
• Conduct interviews and gather information to determine program eligibility.
• Issue eWIC cards and enter data into electronic health records.
• Support the team in delivering respectful, clear, and inclusive services.
• Interpret in other Health Department areas as needed; serve as Vendor Coordinator.
• Monitor vendors and maintain vendor files and training.

Skills

Bilingual

Oral and written communication

Ethical standards in interpretation

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Sampson County Government in North Carolina is seeking a fluent interpreter for the WIC program in the Health Department. You will interpret during appointments and ensure services are accessible and culturally appropriate for the families we serve.

Responsibilities include issuing eWIC cards, data entry into electronic health records, and supporting the team in delivering respectful, clear, and inclusive services.