Chuukese In-Person Interpreter

Universal Language Service, Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

A language service provider is seeking a Chuukese In-Person Interpreter in Seattle to facilitate communication for Limited English Proficient clients. This independent contractor position offers flexibility, allowing you to expand your interpreting business with opportunities for many sessions per day. Candidates should be fluent in Chuukese and English, have strong listening skills, and demonstrate a commitment to cultural sensitivity and ethical practices.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal communication skills in both Chuukese and English.
• Successful completion of a proficiency assessment or national certification.
• Extensive knowledge of ethical standards in interpreting.
• Knowledge of interpreter ethics: IMIA, NBCMI, NCIHC.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate communication for Limited English Proficient clients.
• Provide effective onsite interpreting sessions.
• Adapt quickly to changing situations.
• Follow interpreter ethics and procedural requirements.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity in diverse environments.
• Respect LEP clients’ culture and beliefs.

Skills

Fluent communication in Chuukese and English

Listening and retention skills

Customer service aptitude

Ethics knowledge (IMIA/NBCMI/NCIHC)

18+ years old

Education

Degree or certifications in interpreting practices

National Medical Interpreter Certification

Interpreting practices degree/certification (preferred)

Job description

Chuukese In-Person Interpreter (IPI)

Job Title: Chuukese Interpreter

Location: Onsite servicing King County

Job Type: Independent Contractor

Position Overview: The Chuukese In-Person Interpreter is responsible for facilitating onsite communication for Limited English Proficient (LEP) community and the practitioners that serve them in a variety of settings. This contract position is flexible and an opportunity to expand your interpreting business with access to many sessions per day.

Job Functions

• Provide effective onsite interpreting sessions in a professional manner.
• Always exhibit professional appearance and behavior, including punctuality and preparedness for sessions.
• Demonstrate the ability to adapt quickly to new and changing situations.
• Adhere to interpreter ethical standards and procedural requirements specific to interpreting context.
• Demonstrate commitment to cultural sensitivity and working in a diverse environment.
• Respect for and understanding of our Limited English Proficient (LEP) clients, culture, dialect and beliefs and preferences.
• Strong aptitude and passion for customer service and interpreting.
• Speak clearly in both languages using proper pronunciation, enunciation, and polite expressions.
• Render exact and correct concepts and meanings according to interpreter protocol.

Qualifications

• Fluent and have strong verbal communication skills in both the source and target language (Chuukese to English and vice-versa).
• Excellent listening and retention skills to maintain a high level of accuracy during interpretation.
• Successful completion of a proficiency assessment or have a national certification.
• Extensive knowledge of code of ethics and standards of practice (IMIA, NBCMI and NCIHC).
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read and write in the requested languages.
• Degree or certifications in interpreting practices.
• National Medical Interpreter Certification by CCHI, NBCMI or DSHS.
• Accredited Medical Interpreting Training course (i.e.: ALTA, MITS, Bridging the Gap, MiTio, Cross-Cultural training, 40-hour accredited medical courses).