Haitian Creole In-Person Interpreters

Universal Language Service, Inc; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

A language service provider is seeking an In-Person Haitian Creole Interpreter in Indianapolis, IN. The role involves facilitating communication for Limited English Proficient clients in various settings. Candidates must be fluent in Haitian Creole and English, with relevant certifications being highly preferred. This position provides an opportunity to grow your interpreting business with multiple sessions available per day.

Qualifications

• Fluent and strong verbal communication skills in both languages.
• Excellent listening and retention skills during interpretation.
• Knowledge of ethics and standards of practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective onsite interpreting sessions.
• Exhibit professional appearance and punctuality.
• Adhere to interpreter ethical standards.

Skills

Fluent communication in Haitian Creole and English

Cultural sensitivity

Customer service aptitude

Professional appearance

Education

Degree or certifications in interpreting practices

National Medical Interpreter Certification by CCHI or NBCMI

Job description

Overview

Position: In-Person Haitian Creole Interpreter - Indianapolis, IN

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Remote Status: On-Site

Job Id: 414

# of Openings: 1

Job Title: Haitian Creole Interpreter

Location: Onsite Indianapolis, IN

Position Overview: The 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.

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

1. Fluent and have strong verbal communication skills in both the source and target language (Target language to English and vice-a-versa).
2. Ability to read and write in the requested languages.
3. Excellent listening and retention skills to maintain a high level of accuracy during interpretation.
4. Degree or certifications in interpreting practices.
5. Successful completion of Bridging The Gap Medical Interpreting Testing or accredited Medical Interpreting Training course (i.e.: ALTA, MITS, MiTio, Cross-Cultural training).
6. National Medical Interpreter Certification by CCHI or NBCMI (highly preferred).
7. Extensive knowledge of code of ethics and standards of practice (IMIA, NBCMI and NCIHC).