On-Site ASL Interpreter — Independent Contractor

Hands Up Communications; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Hands Up Communications on-site American Sign Language Interpreter (Independent Contractor) role in Los Angeles. Provide accurate ASL-English interpretation across clinical, legal, educational, and social service settings, maintaining confidentiality and professional standards.

Fluency in English and ASL is required, with credentialing and ethical compliance emphasized. The position emphasizes punctuality, reliability, and collaboration with other interpreters; reporting for billing is also part

Qualifications

• Iowa interpreting license.
• Bachelor of Arts degree preferred; Associates of Arts degree accepted or 3+ years of experience in lieu of formal degree.
• Knowledge of the community, culture, and values of the people and language to be interpreted.
• Credentialed in medical interpreting completed or in progress with Hands Up Communications.
• Ability to apply code of ethics and standards of practice.
• Ability to interpret for extended periods of time.
• Possess the ability to work in various settings, both indoor and outdoor, with variable lighting and temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate on-site interpretations in medical, legal, social services, and educational settings.
• Interpret accurately, clearly, and impartially.
• Maintain punctuality and inform scheduling staff of issues.
• Work collaboratively with other interpreters.
• Represent Hands Up Communications professionally in the field.
• Adhere to ethical standards and confidentiality agreements.

Skills

ASL interpretation

Ethics and confidentiality

On-site interpretation

Punctuality and attendance

Education

Bachelor of Arts degree preferred; AA accepted or 3+ years experience in lieu of degree

Iowa interpreting license

Job description

Hands Up Communications on-site American Sign Language Interpreter (Independent Contractor) role in Los Angeles. Provide accurate ASL-English interpretation across clinical, legal, educational, and social service settings, maintaining confidentiality and professional standards.

Fluency in English and ASL is required, with credentialing and ethical compliance emphasized. The position emphasizes punctuality, reliability, and collaboration with other interpreters; reporting for billing is also part