Mixteco Interpreter

CLOVEHITCH; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CLOVEHITCH, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, is seeking qualified interpreters fluent in Mixteco to support communication between minors and Care Staff at various client sites across the United States. The role requires providing confidential, culturally appropriate interpretation. Candidates must possess strong fluency in both English and Mixteco, and prior experience in foster care or medical care situations is preferred.

This temporary, full-time position may involve shift work and requires 100% travel if not residing near a current site.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate working proficiency (ILR 2+) in English and Mixteco.
• Experience in foster care or medical environments is preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person interpretation at client service sites.
• Relay important communication from Care Staff to minors.
• Assist minors with communication in their preferred language.
• Provide interpretation for community resource orientation.
• Support staff in understanding cultural contexts.

Skills

Fluency in Mixteco

Working proficiency in English

Cultural understanding

Job description

Job Overview

CLOVEHITCH is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business focused upon providing professional solutions in the areas of training and talent acquisition. We are currently seeking qualified interpreters fluent in Mixteco to support a client serving minor populations. Interpreters will facilitate accurate communication between minors and Care Staff, as well as other authorized personnel, by providing impartial, confidential, and culturally appropriate interpretation in a variety of care and service settings. Services will be provided primarily in person (preferred), with additional support delivered via telephone, videoconference, or other virtual platforms, as needed, including potential 24/7 availability.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide in-person, onsite interpretation at client service sites
• Relay important deadlines, instructions, questions, and other communication from Support Care Staff to minors in their native or preferred language
• Assist minors in communicating any concerns, questions, or other information to staff when minors are not fluent or comfortable speaking English or the language spoken by Care Staff
• Provide translation/interpretation services to aid in orienting minors to community resources as requested
• Assist staff with building rapport and understanding the cultural context of the client populations they serve
• Support special projects and initiatives

Education, Experience, & Requirements

• Must have working proficiency (ILR 2+) in English and the target language
• May be required to obtain a T2, Public Trust clearance
• Prior experience in foster care or medical care situations is preferred
• This position requires a valid driver's license.
• This position is open only to individuals authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
• This position is subject to the Service Contract Act (SCA), and compensation and fringe benefits will be provided in accordance with the applicable Department of Labor Wage Determination and contract labor category

Work Environment

This position will be performed at various client sites throughout the United States.

Physical Demands

This position will require frequent standing and speaking.

Position Type & Hours of Work

This is a temporary, full-time position, and may require shift work. The position length varies depending on the client needs for the specific language.

Travel

Work is performed at client sites throughout the U.S. and will require 100% travel if you do not reside near a current site.

CLOVEHITCH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.