Somali Interpreters

homelandls; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

On-site work

Job summary

Homeland Language Services seeks Somali–English interpreters to join our on-site team in Minnesota. You will interpret for LEP patients, families, providers, and staff, helping ensure access to care and clear communication.

The role requires at least 1 year of medical interpreting experience, fluent English and Somali, and professionalism; certifications are desirable. The schedule includes daytime hours with some Saturdays and flexible options.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ year interpreting/translation experience in medical or human services.
• English and Somali proficiency at professional level; native-level in interpreting language preferred.
• Must provide vaccination proof and wear masks during appointments unless client dictates otherwise.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpretation for LEP patients, families, providers, and staff.
• Advocate for LEP patients' access to health care services.
• Offer intercultural mediation to support culturally sensitive care.
• Maintain patient privacy and safety and deliver exceptional customer experience.

Skills

Interpreting experience

Bilingual English-Somali

Medical interpreting

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CMI certification

CHI certification

CCHI certification

NBCMI

40-hour medical interpreting course

Job description

We are hiring SOMALI - ENGLISH INTERPRETERS! (US BASED ONLY)

We are looking for experienced interpreters who want to join an international company and be a great help to the community.

Do you have one year of experience working as an Interpreter/translator? Do you enjoy what you do? Would you like to be part of a dynamic team with solid possibilities for professional growth? While making extra cash in your spare time? If so, we want to hear from you!

Job Overview

The Interpreter provides interpretation for Limited English Proficient (LEP) patients, their families, providers, and staff. The Interpreter advocates for LEP patients' access to the full range of health care services providing intercultural mediation to assist providers in delivering culturally sensitive patient care. A commitment to providing exceptional customer experience, patient privacy & safety, and teamwork spirit is required for this position.

After you familiarize yourself with the following description of the position, you can click "Apply now" and send us your resume and certificate in PDF or Word files.

Job type:

ONSITE

Location:

Minnesota

Schedule:

It is usually during regular business hours (8 AM - 6 PM), some Saturdays. Appointments are based on the needs of the clients.

Rate:

It depends on certification and experience.

Your background and experience:

• Work Experience: 1+ year of medical interpreting experience or a successful internship program required. Experience working in medical or human services setting preferred.
• Certifications are not compulsory, but desirable. At least a high school diploma or equivalent. For Certified Interpreters: CMI, CHI, CCHI, Interpreting diploma from an interpreting school, NBCMI, 40-hour medical interpreting course.
• Fluency in spoken and written English and the language of interpreting, with a preference for native-level fluency in the language of interpreting. Professional-level medical interpreting and short non-publication translation skills are required.
• COVID-19 considerations: All Interpreters must provide proof of vaccination, wear masks and carry portable hand sanitizer when on appointments unless the client determines otherwise.

What we offer you:

• Contract type of employment.
• Flexible schedule: Our flexible schedule allows you to work when you are available, you may select or decline jobs based on your schedule or availability from the convenience of your smartphone!

If you choose to work with Homeland Language Services you will get into a friendly team, that supports each other, actively communicates, has its own corporate culture, and achieves its goals together!

About us:

Established in 2016, Homeland Language Services has been successfully providing high-quality interpreting and translating services worldwide. We have a large team with 500+ professional interpreters and translators. They have solid experience and professional skills to serve our clients with the best language services in modern fast-paced global business. We offer interpretation and translation services in 100+ languages for different industries.

Send us your resume. If your expertise complies with the requirements listed above, our HR Team will contact you by email to explain in detail the pay rates, schedules, and other working conditions.

We will be happy to welcome you to our team!