Interpreter – Haitian-Creole

ReliefWeb; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Haitian-Creole Interpreter to facilitate communication for Limited English Proficient individuals. This role involves providing in-person and remote interpretation services across various settings, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality. The ideal candidate will possess cultural sensitivity and proficiency in both English and Haitian-Creole. This is a full-time position that offers a hybrid working environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. Join a mission-driven organization that values diversity and is committed to making a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

10 sick days

10 US holidays

20-25 paid time off days

Medical insurance starting at $143 per month

Dental insurance starting at $6.50 per month

Vision insurance starting at $5 per month

403b retirement savings plan

Disability & life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• High school diploma strongly preferred for applicants.
• Interpretation certification preferred for the role.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and confidential interpretation for LEP individuals.
• Track assignments and work hours using designated software.

Skills

Cultural sensitivity

Attention to detail

Proficient in English

Spoken proficiency in Haitian-Creole

Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)

Education

High school diploma

Interpretation certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Interpreter – Haitian-Creole

Organization

• International Rescue Committee
  
  

Posted 1 Apr 2025 Closing date 31 May 2025

Job Overview: The Haitian-Creole Interpreter provides in-person and/or remote interpretation to facilitate, with accuracy, impartiality, and confidentiality, the language needs of Limited English Proficient (LEP) individuals and their service providers. Activities include providing professional interpretation services, use of software to track assignments, and occasional trainings and assessments.

Major Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide accurate, impartial, and confidential interpretation to LEP individuals and service providers in a variety of settings, including clinics, hospitals, schools, community-based organizations, and government agencies. Services may be rendered in-person, via telephone, videoconference, or other virtual means.
• Track assignments and work hours within designated software.
• Participate in trainings and assessments.
• May support special projects and initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Job Requirements

Education and Certifications:

• High school diploma strongly preferred.
• Interpretation certification preferred.
  
  

Work Experience

• Relevant professional interpretation experience preferred.
• Experience working with refugee and/or immigrant populations strongly preferred.
  
  

Demonstrated Skills & Competencies

• Cultural sensitivity; ability to build trust with clients, colleagues, and partners.
• Proficient in English, both spoken and written.
• Spoken proficiency in language(s) spoken by client group is required; Haitian-Creole
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work product.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Reliable transportation to appointment locations.
  
  

Working Environment

• A combination of standard office environment, remote work, and ‘field’ time within the service delivery area to perform the above outlined responsibilities.
• May require occasional weekend and/or evening work.
  
  

Compensation: Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $143 per month, dental starting at $6.50 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.

How to apply

Please Apply On Our Website

https://careers.rescue.org/us/en/job/req57695/Interpreter-Haitian-Creole

Job details

Country

• United States of America
  
  

City Baltimore, MD/ Hybrid Source

• International Rescue Committee
  
  

Type

• Job
  
  

Career category

• Advocacy/Communications
  
  

Years of experience

• 0-2 years
  
  

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