Spanish Interpreter at SOS International LLC Lowell, MA

kozmetickesluzby.vecnakraska.sk - Jobboard; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

kozmetickesluzby.vecnakraska.sk - Jobboard is seeking experienced Spanish interpreters to provide crucial language support for unhoused families at a 24/7 emergency shelter in Lowell, MA. Ideal candidates will have at least one year of interpreting experience and be fluent in both Spanish and English.

The role requires individuals to maintain the emotional tone of the speaker and manage interpretation delivery effectively. Flexibility for evenings and weekends is crucial as the job supports the community in need.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience interpreting in a professional setting.
• Highly proficient in both English and Spanish.
• Ability to maintain the tone and emotional level of the speaker.

Responsibilities

• Provide consecutive interpretation between Spanish and English for shelter staff.
• Manage delivery speed and clarity during interpretation.

Skills

Spanish interpretation

Fluent English

Manage delivery and tone

Job description

Overview

*** This position is contingent upon contract award *** SOSi is actively seeking qualified, professional, and experienced Spanish interpreters to support the language needs of unhoused families in a 24/7 emergency shelter in Lowell, MA.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person and/or over-the-phone consecutive interpretation between Spanish and English and vice versa between shelter staff and low English proficiency individuals as required.

Qualifications

• Possess one (1) year of experience interpreting.
• Highly proficient in both English and Target Language, ILR scale of 2+.
• Ability to speak English and Target Language fluently, including high to low levels of language register, regional colloquialisms, and slang expressions, and do so with clear and intelligible pronunciation.
• Ability to preserve the tone and emotional level of the speaker, as well as manage the delivery, speed, and length of the statement (projection, pace and pausing) of the speaker.
• Ability to maintain appropriate speed and projection while rendering interpretation, and request and incorporate clarification of speaker’s statements only when justified.

Preferred Qualifications

• American Translators Association (ATA) certification in interpretation or similar certification.
• Experience and/or training in shelters.
• Experience working with immigrant populations and child welfare.

Working Conditions

• Work in a fast-paced environment and remain emotionally controlled.
• Willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to work flexible hours and shift work. We operate 24/7/365. Inside and outside, all weather conditions.