Sango Interpreter

LanguageLine Solutions LLC; New York (NY); Remote; USD 103,000 - 116,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Referral Program

Advancement opportunities within the组织

Interpreter support

Inclusive and diverse work environment

Independent contractor position; not享受

Job summary

LanguageLine Solutions LLC seeks a Sango Interpreter for a remote, work-at-home role in the United States. The position handles on-demand interpretation between Sango and English speakers across health care, government, finance, and other sectors.

Training is provided, and advancement opportunities exist within a certified ASTM/ISO environment. As an independent contractor, you will work from a quiet home-office, with a focus on accuracy, cultural sensitivity and professional conduct during

Responsibilities

• Respond to the interpreting sessions promptly and conduct interpretation in a friendly and professional manner.
• Render correct concepts and meanings according to established interpretation protocol, avoiding omissions or additions.
• Speak clearly in both languages using proper pronunciation, enunciation and polite expressions.
• Maintain a professional demeanor throughout the interpreting sessions at all times.
• Remain calm during interpreting sessions in emergency situations such as 911 calls.
• Maintain punctuality and availability during work hours.
• Follow client instructions to ensure client expectations are met with LEP, avoiding interaction without client permission.
• Understand protocol and terminology for various industries including Medical, Insurance, Finance and Law.
• Demonstrate commitment to cultural sensitivity and working in a diverse environment.
• Some calls may be highly emotional and/or stressful; may require long calls without breaks.

Job description

LanguageLine Solutions is Hiring! At LanguageLine, we strive for a world in which language and cultural barriers no longer exist. Use your language skills to dramatically improve the lives of limited-English speakers, as well as the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing. Even better, you can do this while working from your own home.

LanguageLine Solutions is Hiring! At LanguageLine, we strive for a world in which language and cultural barriers no longer exist. Use your language skills to dramatically improve the lives of limited-English speakers, as well as the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing. Even better, you can do this while working from your own home.

LanguageLine has been certified as a Great Place to Work, and is regularly listed as one of America's top work-from-home employers. Our interpreters serve clients across numerous industries, including health care, 911, first responders, education, government agencies, and all walks of business. As an interpreter, you will receive training that is the best in the industry. We'll ensure that you learn new skills while further developing your skillset. We provide numerous opportunities for advancement. You'll be in a certified ASTM and ISO environment. You'll also be supported by a Senior Language Specialist, as well as our Interpreter and Technology Help Desks.

LanguageLine has been certified as a Great Place to Work, and is regularly listed as one of America's top work-from-home employers. Our interpreters serve clients across numerous industries, including health care, 911, first responders, education, government agencies, and all walks of business. As an interpreter, you will receive training that is the best in the industry. We'll ensure that you learn new skills while further developing your skillset. We provide numerous opportunities for advancement. You'll be in a certified ASTM and ISO environment. You'll also be supported by a Senior Language Specialist, as well as our Interpreter and Technology Help Desks.

Job Description

Work at Home Bilingual Sango - English Phone Interpreter

Job Title: Sango Interpreter

Location: Work at Home position in United States

Position: Phone Interpreter

Status: Independent Contractor

Pay: $1.25 - $1.40 per minute.

We Offer

• Employee Referral Program.
• Advancement opportunities within the organization.
• Interpreter support.
• An inclusive and diverse work environment.
• This is an independent contractor position and therefore not eligible for employee benefits.

Position Overview

The Sango Telephone Interpreter is responsible for handling calls on demand, and renders the meaning of conversations between Sango and English speakers. The interpreter breaks the communication barrier in a wide range of industries that LanguageLine Solutions serves: Healthcare, Government, Insurance, Financial, Utilities, Travel & Hospitality, General Business, Law Enforcement, Court, and 911. The interpreter processes information quickly, concisely and recognizes sensitive cultural differences. The interpreter is professional and courteous at all times and uses appropriate terminology and understands common industry procedures and practices. The interpreting sessions may involve simple or complex, technical or non-technical subjects. This position does not involve written translation however translators and other skilled linguists are encouraged to apply. The Interpreters translate verbally. **This is a remote position. The Interpreter works from his/her home-office. It is essential to ensure a quiet & secure environment.**

Essential Job Functions

• Respond to the interpreting sessions promptly and conduct interpretation in a friendly and professional manner.
• Render correct concepts and meanings according to the conventions of established interpretation protocol, avoiding omissions or additions.
• Speak clearly in both languages using proper pronunciation, enunciation and polite expressions.
• Maintain a professional demeanor throughout the interpreting sessions at all times.
• Remain calm during interpreting sessions in the event that one of the primary speakers is incoherent or upset, especially in emergency situations such as 911 calls .
• Maintain punctuality and availability during work hours.
• Follow client instructions, in compliance with protocol to ensure client expectations are met with the Limited English-speaking Person (LEP), avoiding interaction with the LEP without client's permission.
• Understand protocol and terminology for various industries including, but not limited to, Medical, Insurance, Finance and Law.
• Demonstrate commitment to cultural sensitivity and working in a diverse environment.
• Some calls may be highly emotional and/or stressful in nature. The interpreter may need to remain on a call for extended periods without breaks due to the nature of the call or may, at times experience high call volumes. The interpreter must have the ability to provide the required, company standards of service within this dynamic environment.

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