Suzhou Interpreter - Contractor

CyraCom International Inc.; Oregon (IL); Remote; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Independent Contractor Interpreters to provide language interpretation services. In this role, you will facilitate interpretation sessions for clients, ensuring professionalism and confidentiality. The position requires fluency in both English and a target language, along with strong communication skills and attention to detail. As an Independent Contractor, you will operate on a flexible basis, providing essential services in various fields such as medical and legal. If you are passionate about bridging communication gaps and have the necessary qualifications, this opportunity could be a perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in medical, court, or government interpretation.
• Professional interpreter certification or training is required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates interpretation sessions for clients professionally.
• Maintains confidentiality and integrity during sessions.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in target language

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Cultural understanding

Education

Professional interpreter certification

Two- to four-year degree in interpretation

Tools

Standard office equipment

Job description

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Apply locations US Contractor time type Part time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR100602

POSITION SUMMARY:

An Independent Contractor Interpreter is responsible for facilitating interpretation sessions for CyraCom clients in a professional, focused manner and utilizing the necessary equipment to provide accurate and complete interpretation.

Interpreters must possess and maintain a high level of skill, proficiency, and professionalism in interpreting. Due to the sensitive nature of much of the information processed during an interpretation session, a high degree of integrity and confidentiality must be maintained at all times.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES):

• Provides meaning-for-meaning interpreting.
• Follows interpreter protocols and procedures as required by CyraCom clients.
• Follows all CyraCom policies and procedures related to information confidentiality and interpreter ethics.
• Continuously improves vocabulary and specialized subject matter knowledge, as required for various clients, such as medical, legal, social services, etc.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Fluency in English and the target language.
• Skilled at communicating, both orally and in writing in English and target language.
• Basic understanding of linguistics and different cultures.
• Skilled in adjusting to rapidly changing circumstances.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and skilled at exercising initiative within the parameters of policies and procedures as required by CyraCom’s client standards.
• Ability to use standard office equipment such as telephones, computers, copiers, and fax machines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

We are looking for experienced candidates that have a mixture of required and preferred qualifications.

Required:

• Interpretation experience (Examples of interpretation experience: medical, court, or government interpretation. For languages of lesser diffusion, interpreting within their communities, family, congregation, or during missionary work.)

OR

• Professional interpreter certification or training.

Preferred:

• A two- to four-year degree in interpretation.
• Higher education taught in English or other working language.
• Experience in relevant areas other than interpretation (e.g. healthcare).

Pay rate $0.40/min and varies based on experience, dialects and interpreter certifications provided.

As an Independent Contractor Interpreter, you will not be an employee of CyraCom. Rather you will function as a vendor, providing language interpretation services on an IRS Form 1099 basis.