International Remote Yupik Interpreter

Jobicy; United States; Remote; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Language Services Associates seeks an internationally based telephonic interpreter for Yupik within its interpreter network. You will handle on-demand calls to facilitate communication for LEP communities, delivering professional interpretation with strict confidentiality.

Qualifying candidates are fluent in English and Yupik, comfortable with web-based platforms and Word, and able to maintain a quiet, secure interpreting space.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and Yupik.
• Experience with remote interpreting platforms.
• Industry certifications (CMI, CCHI, Bridging the Gap) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective telephonic remote interpreting.
• Answer inbound calls promptly.
• Deliver superior customer service.
• Maintain confidentiality per professional conduct.

Skills

Bilingual English–Yupik

Tech proficiency

Remote interpreting

Education

CMI

CCHI

Bridging the Gap certification

Tools

Web-based platforms

Microsoft Word

Job description

Overview

As an Internationally based telephonic interpreter for Yupik in LSA’s network of Independently Contracted Interpreters, you are responsible for handling telephone calls on demand and facilitating language communication for the Limited English Proficient (LEP) community in a variety of settings. Language Services Associates is continuously accepting qualified interpreters!

Responsibilities

• Provide effective telephonic remote interpreting
• Answer inbound calls in a timely manner
• Provide superior customer service
• Adhere to Code of Professional Conduct, including maintaining strict standards of confidentiality
• Adhere to all policies and procedures, including professional interpretation protocols and industry specific best practices

Qualifications/Experience

• Full fluency in both English and Yupik
• Technology proficient (web-based platforms, email, Microsoft Word)
• An interpreting space that is quiet, secure, and free from outside noises
• 1+ years of professional interpreting experience preferred
• Industry specific certifications/trainings preferred (CMI, CCHI, Bridging the Gap, Cross-Cultural, etc.)

LSA is passionate about what we do, which is helping people thrive in an increasingly global environment!