Sign Language Interpreter - Flexible Shifts, CEUs & Growth

Sorenson Communications, LLC; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Premium shifts

Earn CEUs

Licensure reimbursement up to 100%

401K plans with employer contribution

No scripts

Transfer opportunities across US/CA

Job summary

Sorenson Communications is expanding our Video Relay Service (VRS). We are seeking Interpreters to provide Sign-to-Voice and Voice-to-Sign interpreting services. Full and part-time positions are available in the US and in Canada.

Location: Lexington, KY. Responsibilities include interpreting between ASL and spoken English, maintaining licensure, following Sorenson standards, and working in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. Training and ongoing development are offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass our required skills assessment.
• A high school diploma or GED.
• An associate’s or bachelor’s degree (preferred, but not required).
• Interpreter certification (as required by local regulations).
• 3 years’ experience working as an interpreter (preferred, but not required).
• Ability to troubleshoot basic technical issues.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, highly regulated and customer service focused environment.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, tools and to handle other computer components.
• Regular and predictable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Effectively interpret between American Sign Language (ASL) and spoken English.
• Maintain, as applicable, compliance with any national, state, or local licensure and/or certification requirements.
• Demonstrate full compliance with Sorenson standards and policies, FCC regulations and the RID Code of Professional Conduct.
• Demonstrate full compliance with Sorenson Communications attendance policy.
• Accurately complete assigned tasks/duties, projects and paperwork promptly and within approved guidelines.
• The ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, in order to meet the demands of the VRS industry, is essential for this position.
• Possess the ability to quickly learn and implement new and changing technologies.
• Work effectively in a team environment; receive support from and provide support to colleagues.
• Possess the ability to work effectively in an environment with oversight that may include, but is not limited to call monitoring, mentoring and evaluations.
• Possess the ability to work effectively in a fast paced, dynamic, highly regulated environment.
• Enhance interpreting skills through continued education training.
• Demonstrate willingness and ability to complete additional duties and assignments on an on-going basis.

Skills

Interpreting

Skills assessment

Fast-paced environment

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate/Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Sorenson Communications is expanding our Video Relay Service (VRS). We are seeking Interpreters to provide Sign-to-Voice and Voice-to-Sign interpreting services. Full and part-time positions are available in the US and in Canada.

Location: Lexington, KY. Responsibilities include interpreting between ASL and spoken English, maintaining licensure, following Sorenson standards, and working in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. Training and ongoing development are offered.