Manahawkin, NJ - On-Site Akan Interpreter

Language Services Associates, Inc.; Stafford Township (NJ); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

A language services company is seeking fluent Akan interpreters in the Stafford Township area. Responsibilities include providing superior customer service, adhering to professional conduct, and completing required training. Candidates should have 2+ years of interpreting experience and be familiar with industry standards. Apply with a resume highlighting interpreting experience.

Qualifications

• Full fluency in both English and Akan required.
• Ability to comply with industry standard best practices essential.
• Access to personal or public transport needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide superior customer service.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional conduct.
• Complete training and participate in Quality Assurance monitoring.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Akan

Client service

Confidentiality

Job description

Overview

Language Services Associates is looking for Akan interpreters in the Manahawkin, NJ 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 Akan
• 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.