Freelance Interpreter, All Languages Needed In WA State

Interpreter Training Programs; Washington; Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

In-person WA statewide

Job summary

SOSi is seeking qualified interpreters to provide in-person, telephonic, and video remote interpretation services across Washington state and bordering areas. The role supports LEP injured workers and crime victims during medical and vocational appointments, with emphasis on accurate, culturally appropriate interpretation across languages.

Candidates must meet language proficiency and background check requirements.

Qualifications

• Bilingual proficiency required in English and target language.
• Background check clearance and eligibility to work in the U.S. preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person, over-the-phone, and VRI interpretation for scheduled and on-demand requests.
• Maintain accuracy and confidentiality in medical and vocational settings.

Skills

Bilingual proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

INTERPRETER TRAINING PROGRAMS Speak a Second Language? Put It to Work!

• Freelance Interpreter, All Languages Needed In WA State

Freelance Interpreter, All Languages Needed In WA State

Freelance Interpreter At SOSi

Must provide in-person, and remote interpreter services for LEP (Limited English Proficient) injured workers and during medical and vocational appointments.

SOSi is actively seeking qualified, professional, and experienced interpreters. Our job is to provide in person, over the phone, and VRI interpretation services for scheduled and on-demand service requests within the state of Washington, and bordering zip codes. The government contractor requires interpretation services for injured workers and crime victims during medical and vocational appointments. All languages are encouraged to apply.

• Provides scheduled and on-demand in-person, over-the-phone, and VRI consecutive interpretation between Multiple Languages and English and vice versa between medical/vocational providers and injured workers and crime victims with low English proficiency as required.
• High School Diploma.
• Ability to obtain and provide a valid driver's license or U.S. passport.
• Ability to obtain a background check through Washington Access To Criminal History (WATCH) website.
• Highly proficient in both English and Target Language, ILR scale of 2+.
• Ability to speak English and Target Language fluently, including high to low levels of language register, regional colloquialisms, and slang expressions, and do so with clear and intelligible pronunciation.
• Ability to preserve the tone and emotional level of the speaker, as well as manage the delivery, speed, and length of the statement (projection, pace and pausing) of the speaker.
• Ability to maintain appropriate speed and projection while rendering interpretation, and request and incorporate clarification of speaker's statements only when justified.
• Ability to obtain one of the following certifications:
  • Washington State Department of Social and Health Services
  • Federal Court Interpreter Certification Examination
  • Washington State Administrative Office for the Courts
  • National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreter
  • Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI)
  • US State Department Office of Language Services
  • American Translators Association.
• Ability to obtain a National Provider Identifier (NPI) Number
• Ability to obtain a Unified Business Identifier (UBI) with the Washington State Department of Revenue.
• In-person appointments throughout the state of Washington and surrounding zip codes.
• Remote work available for telephonic and video remote appointments.

Commitment to Diversity:

SOSi does not discriminate against job applicants or employees on any legally recognized basis including, but not limited to age, race, color, religion, national origin, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable U.S. federal, state, and local laws.

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