Certified Deaf Interpreter (CDI)

Adelphi Medical Staffing; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Adelphi Medical Staffing seeks a per diem Certified Deaf Interpreter (CDI) to provide specialized sign language interpretation in university and healthcare settings in Lexington, KY. The CDI will support Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals, collaborate with ASL interpreters, and adapt techniques to diverse linguistic needs while upholding confidentiality and professional standards.

This flexible role requires current certification or equivalent training, with shifts including day, evenings,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; additional interpreter education or training preferred.
• Current Certified Deaf Interpreter (CDI) certification through RID preferred.
• Experience providing specialized interpreting services to Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals preferred.
• Proficiency in ASL, visual communication techniques, and culturally appropriate interpreting methods.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized Deaf interpreting services for individuals with diverse communication needs.
• Facilitate accurate communication between Deaf individuals and hearing interpreters.
• Support interpretation during academic instruction, university meetings, and healthcare encounters.
• Assist individuals using nonstandard sign language, limited language proficiency, or specialized communication methods.
• Collaborate with ASL interpreters to ensure accurate and complete communication.
• Provide interpretation during conferences, research activities, and public events.
• Adapt interpreting techniques to accommodate individual linguistic and cultural needs.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with professional interpreting standards.
• Follow University policies and applicable accessibility requirements.
• Communicate professionally with university personnel, healthcare providers, and interpreting teams.

Skills

ASL proficiency

Interpreting experience

Cultural mediation

Education

High school diploma

RID CDI certification (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

Adelphi is seeking a qualified per diem Certified Deaf Interpreter (CDI) to provide specialized sign language interpretation and communication access services in a university and healthcare setting in Lexington, Kentucky.

The ideal candidate will provide specialized communication support to Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals with diverse linguistic and communication needs in accordance with the University's requirements while supporting accessibility, accurate interpretation, and effective communication.

Job Quick Facts:

• Facility Type: University
• Job Type: Per Diem / Temporary Assignment
• Shift Schedule: Daytime, evenings, weekends, and holidays; hours vary based on assignment needs

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED; additional interpreter education or training preferred.
• Current Certified Deaf Interpreter (CDI) certification through the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) preferred.
• Experience providing specialized interpreting services to Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals preferred.
• Proficiency in ASL, visual communication techniques, and culturally appropriate interpreting methods.

Responsibilities:

• Provide specialized Deaf interpreting services for individuals with diverse communication needs.
• Facilitate accurate communication between Deaf individuals and hearing interpreters.
• Support interpretation during academic instruction, university meetings, and healthcare encounters.
• Assist individuals using nonstandard sign language, limited language proficiency, or specialized communication methods.
• Collaborate with ASL interpreters to ensure accurate and complete communication.
• Provide interpretation during conferences, research activities, and public events.
• Adapt interpreting techniques to accommodate individual linguistic and cultural needs.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with professional interpreting standards.
• Follow University of Kentucky policies and applicable accessibility requirements.
• Communicate professionally with university personnel, healthcare providers, and interpreting teams.