Sign Language Interpreter Part Time

Purple Communications, Inc; Guaynabo (PR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Limited Medical Plan :will offset some

Telehealth Plan :discounted telehealth

Dental :limited coverage

Life Insurance :flat coverage

Short-term Disability :partial wages

Accident & Critical Illness

Community work (when available)

Flexible scheduling

401(k) Retirement Savings plan withem

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Massage Reimbursement

Job summary

Purple Communications, Inc seeks a part-time American Sign Language interpreter to provide high-quality video relay service through video and on-site interpreting at various customer locations as needed.

You must be fluent in ASL and English with accurate interpretation and a solid understanding of the NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct. Travel between sites may be required and scheduling is flexible.

Qualifications

• Fluent ASL and spoken English required.
• Accurate interpretation skills expected.
• Understanding of Deaf culture and NAD-RID Code of Conduct.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective video relay service, video remote interpreting, and on-site interpreting for consumers.
• Support and model the company's mission and values.
• Deliver excellent customer service with professionalism and respect.
• Maintain punctuality, preparedness, and accurate record keeping.
• Adhere to FCC regulations and company policies.
• Adapt to new technologies and multitask between interpreting tasks.

Skills

Fluent ASL

Spoken English

Accurate interpreting

NAD-RID Code of Conduct knowledge

Travel ability

Job description

Under the supervision of the Communication Center Manager, the Interpreter will provide high quality professional American Sign Language interpreting through video in a call center and on-site at various customer locations when needed.

Interpreters must possess fluent American Sign Language and spoken English language skills, accurate interpreting skills, and thorough knowledge of and adherence to the NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct.

Part-Time Benefit Summary

• Limited Medical Plan :will offset some major medical needs such as hospitalization and doctors appointments; includes a discounted vision program
• Telehealth Plan :discounted telehealth that offers limited telehealth visits only
• Dental :limited coverage for standard type dental care needs
• Life Insurance :allows for flat coverage benefit
• Short-term Disability :allows for a portion of wages to be paid in certain cases in which an employee cannot work
• Accident & Critical Illness
• Community work (when available)
• Flexible scheduling
• 401(k) Retirement Savings plan with employer match
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Massage Reimbursement

Job Requirements

• Must be able to work 24 hours per week
• Must be able to accept new or alternative interpreting assignments for a scheduled shift based on customer demand
• Must pass the company's interpreting skills assessment
• Must attend and successfully complete a 40 hour New Hire Training

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide effective video relay service, video remote interpreting, and on-site interpreting for consumers
• Support and model the company's mission and values
• Provide excellent customer service while maintaining a respectful and professional attitude with customers and colleagues
• Exhibit professional behavior at all times including punctuality and preparedness for shifts, respectful and collaborative interaction with colleagues and supervisors, and timely and accurate record keeping.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures as outlined by the company and all FCC regulations
• Demonstrate the ability to adapt quickly to new and changing technologies
• Multi-task between interpreting effectively and utilizing video-based technology
• Participate in company-sponsored training for Professional Development
• Exhibit the ability to meet performance expectations with minimal supervision
• Possess the ability to work effectively in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills in all settings
• Ability to independently travel. Where driving is required, access to a vehicle, valid driver's license and required insurance.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

• Fluent ASL and spoken English language skills
• Able to provide accurate interpretation
• Understanding of Deaf culture
• Thorough knowledge of and adherence to the NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct
• Three to five years of experience in interpreting (preferred but not required)
• As applicable