Independent ASL Interpreter - Flexible Assignments

Language Services Associates, Inc.; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Web-based invoicing platform

24hr coordinator support

Job summary

A leading language services provider is seeking American Sign Language Interpreters in the Springfield, IL area. This independent contractor role offers interpreters the ability to negotiate competitive fees based on experience and credentials. Ideal candidates should have an Associate or Bachelor degree, RID certification, and fluency in English. Those interested must demonstrate experience in medical and mental health settings and have the ability to commit to accepted assignments.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and American Sign Language is mandatory.
• RID certification and QA equivalent certification are required.
• Experience in medical or mental health interpretation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpreters must arrive onsite by the time requested.
• Must adhere to the ethics of interpreting.
• Accept or decline assignments based on personal schedules.

Skills

Fluency in English and American Sign Language

Knowledge of ethics of interpreting

Experience in medical and/or mental health settings

Education

Associate or Bachelor degree

Tools

RID certification

Interpreter’s state’s QA equivalent level certification

Proof of required License or Registration

Job description

A leading language services provider is seeking American Sign Language Interpreters in the Springfield, IL area. This independent contractor role offers interpreters the ability to negotiate competitive fees based on experience and credentials. Ideal candidates should have an Associate or Bachelor degree, RID certification, and fluency in English. Those interested must demonstrate experience in medical and mental health settings and have the ability to commit to accepted assignments.