South Jersey, NJ - On-Site Portuguese Interpreters

Language Services Associates, Inc.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A language service provider in New Jersey is seeking Portuguese interpreters to facilitate communication for the Limited English Proficient community in various settings. Responsibilities include providing excellent customer service and adhering to professional conduct standards. Candidates should have full fluency in English and Portuguese and preferably 2+ years of interpreting experience. This role is vital for supporting communication needs across different sectors.

Qualifications

• Full fluency in both English and Portuguese.
• Ability to comply with industry best practices.
• High level of client service.

Responsibilities

• Provide superior customer service.
• Adhere to Code of Professional Conduct.
• Complete necessary training and participate in Quality Assurance.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Portuguese

Customer service

Confidentiality adherence

Job description

Overview

Language Services Associates is looking for Portuguese interpreters in the South Jersey, NJ area. As a member of LSA’s network of Independently Contracted Interpreters, you will be responsible for facilitating language communication for the Limited English Proficient (LEP) community in a variety of settings, including medical, legal, and customer service. LSA is continuously accepting qualified interpreters for a wide range of interpreting assignments!

Responsibilities

• Provide superior customer service
• Adhere to Code of Professional Conduct, including maintaining strict standards of confidentiality
• Adhere to all policies and procedures, including professional interpretation protocols and industry specific best practices
• Complete training(s) and participate in ongoing Quality Assurance monitoring

Qualifications/Experience

• Full fluency in both English and Portuguese
• Familiarity with and the ability to comply with industry standard best practices (i.e. professionalism, courtesy, protocol and confidentiality)
• The ability to provide a high level of client service
• Access to personal or public transport
• 2+ years of professional interpreting experience preferred
• Industry specific certifications/trainings preferred (CMI, CCHI, etc.)

LSA is passionate about what we do, which is helping people thrive in an increasingly global environment! If interested, please apply and include a copy of your resume which emphasizes your interpreting experience.