Sign Language Interpreter - VRS - Part Time - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Sorenson Communications; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

401K plans with employer contribution

Opportunity for annual certification reimbursement

Job summary

A leading communications company is seeking Interpreters to provide Sign-to-Voice and Voice-to-Sign services. This role requires interpreting between American Sign Language and spoken English in compliance with regulatory standards. Candidates should ideally hold a high school diploma, possess ASL skills, and demonstrate the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Positions are available both full-time and part-time across the US. Benefits include flexible scheduling, premium shifts, and comprehensive support resources.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass the required skills assessment.
• 3 years' experience as an interpreter preferred but not required.
• Regular and predictable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Effectively interpret between ASL and spoken English.
• Maintain compliance with all licensure and certification requirements.
• Demonstrate full compliance with attendance policy.

Skills

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities in ASL

Ability to troubleshoot basic technical issues

Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment

Dexterity of hands and fingers

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or bachelor's degree

Interpreter certification

Job description

Salary Range

$25-$60 (depending on location, education, and certifications)

Hours Requirement

10 hours minimum of interpreting services required per month (at leaderships discretion).

Shifts

Available hours are Monday-Saturday, 7am-7pm MT. If selected and hired you will initially be asked to work at least one shift either Monday, Friday or Saturday.

Benefits of interpreting with Sorenson

• Flexible Scheduling
• Premium shifts offered to boost hourly wage
• Earn CEU's
• Opportunity for annual certification, testing and membership/licensure reimbursement up to 100% based on average hours worked
• 401K plans with employer contribution
• No scripts
• Resiliency/Vicarious Trauma resources available at no cost
• Company-wide Network
• Transfer and visiting interpreter opportunities to any of the centers across the US

A successful candidate will have

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities in ASL: https://vimeo.com/user/17335376/folder/21690227?isPrivate=false
• 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

Job Snapshot

Sorenson Communications is expanding our Video Relay Service (http://www.sorensonvrs.com/). As a result, 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.

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

About Us

• Sorenson Communications is committed to connecting people every day through communications access 24/7/365. Our customers rely on us and our innovative technology to quickly deliver accuracy in every conversation. We are industry leaders because, in all our endeavors, our customers sense our passion, our care, and our commitment. This dedication extends to our workplace. Our employees are united and proud to be part of important human interactions and understand that everything we do to facilitate communication creates connections and enhances relationships between people.
• Sorenson Communications, LLC. offers Video Relay Service (VRS), which gives Deaf, who use American Sign Language (ASL), and hearing people the option to communicate in their preferred language - either ASL or spoken English or Spanish. Sorenson also provides onsite and remote interpreting services between English and various other world languages.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Sorenson Communications is an EOE, Disability/Age Employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.