Afghani/Dari Interpreter - Kansas City, KS

Language Services Associates, Inc.; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

Language Services Associates is seeking Afghani/Dari interpreters in Kansas City to facilitate communication for the Limited English Proficient community. Candidates should possess fluency in both languages and have a background in professional interpretation. Ongoing training opportunities and a commitment to customer service are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Full fluency in both English and Afghani/Dari.
• 2+ years of professional interpreting experience preferred.
• Access to personal or public transport.

Responsibilities

• Provide superior customer service.
• Adhere to Code of Professional Conduct and confidentiality.
• Participate in ongoing Quality Assurance monitoring.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Afghani/Dari

Client Service

Education

Industry specific certifications/trainings (CMI, CCHI, etc.)

Job description

Overview:

Language Services Associates is looking for Afghani/Dari interpreters in the Kansas City, KS area. As a member of LSA’s network of Independently Contracted Interpreters, you will be responsible for facilitating language communication for the Limited English Proficient (LEP) community in a variety of settings, including medical, legal, and customer service. LSA is continuously accepting qualified interpreters for a wide range of interpreting assignments!

Responsibilities:

·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

·Complete training(s) and participate in ongoing Quality Assurance monitoring

Qualifications/Experience:

·Full fluency in both English and Afghani/Dari

·Familiarity with and the ability to comply with industry standard best practices (i.e. professionalism, courtesy, protocol and confidentiality)

·The ability to provide a high level of client service

·Access to personal or public transport

·2+ years of professional interpreting experience preferred

·Industry specific certifications/trainings preferred (CMI, CCHI, etc.)

LSA is passionate about what we do, which is helping people thrive in an increasingly global environment! If interested, please apply and include a copy of your resume which emphasizes your interpreting experience.