Korean In-Person Interpreter

Universal Language Service, Inc.; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

A language services provider is seeking a Korean In-Person Interpreter in Tacoma. Responsibilities include providing professional onsite interpreting sessions and exhibiting cultural sensitivity. Candidates should be fluent in both Korean and English, with excellent communication and retention skills. A national certification or proficiency assessment completion is required. This role is an independent contractor position focusing on interpreting within various contexts to meet client needs.

Qualifications

• Fluent in both Korean and English with strong verbal communication skills.
• Excellent listening and retention skills to ensure high accuracy.
• Completed proficiency assessment or holds national certification.
• Knowledge of interpreter ethical standards and practices.
• Must be 18 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective onsite interpreting sessions professionally.
• Exhibit professional appearance, punctuality, and preparedness.
• Adapt quickly to new or changing situations.
• Adhere to ethical standards and procedural requirements.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and understanding of LEP clients.

Skills

Fluent in Korean and English

Verbal communication skills

Listening and retention skills

Customer service aptitude

Education

Degree or certifications in interpreting practices

Job description

Overview

Korean In-Person Interpreter (IPI) – Job Title: Korean Interpreter

Location: Tacoma, onsite servicing Pierce County

Job Type: Independent Contractor

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

• Fluent and have strong verbal communication skills in both the source and target language (Korean to English and vice versa).
• Excellent listening and retention skills to maintain a high level of accuracy during interpretation.
• Successful completion of a proficiency assessment or have a national certification.
• Extensive knowledge of code of ethics and standards of practice (IMIA, NBCMI and NCIHC).
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read and write in the requested languages.
• Degree or certifications in interpreting practices.
• National Medical Interpreter Certification by CCHI, NBCMI or DSHS.
• Accredited Medical Interpreting Training course (i.e.: ALTA, MITS, Bridging the Gap, MiTio, Cross-Cultural training, 40-hour accredited medical courses).