Taishanese In-Person Interpreter

Universal Language Service, Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading interpretation service provider is seeking a Taishanese In-Person Interpreter in Seattle, WA. This full-time, entry-level role involves facilitating communication for Limited English Proficient individuals across various settings. Ideal candidates will be fluent in Taishanese and English, possess excellent listening skills, and adhere to ethical standards in interpreting. This position allows flexibility with opportunities to expand your interpreting business while helping diverse communities.

Qualifications

• Must have strong verbal communication skills in both languages.
• Successful completion of a proficiency assessment or national certification required.
• Adhere to interpreter ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate onsite communication for LEP community.
• Provide effective onsite interpreting sessions professionally.
• Demonstrate commitment to cultural sensitivity in diverse environments.

Skills

Fluent in Taishanese and English

Excellent listening and retention skills

Strong customer service aptitude

Education

Degree or certification in interpreting practices

Job description

Company

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Job Title

Taishanese Interpreter (IPI)

Location

Onsite servicing King County

Job Type

Independent Contractor

Position Overview

The Taishanese In-Person Interpreter is responsible for facilitating onsite communication for Limited English Proficient (LEP) community and the practitioners that serve them in a variety of settings. This contract position is flexible and an opportunity to expand your interpreting business with access to many sessions per day.

Job Functions

• Provide effective onsite interpreting sessions in a professional manner.
• Always exhibit professional appearance and behavior, including punctuality and preparedness for sessions.
• Demonstrate the ability to adapt quickly to new and changing situations.
• Adhere to interpreter ethical standards and procedural requirements specific to interpreting context.
• Demonstrate commitment to cultural sensitivity and working in a diverse environment.
• Respect for and understanding of our Limited English Proficient (LEP) clients, culture, dialect and beliefs and preferences.
• Strong aptitude and passion for customer service and interpreting.
• Speak clearly in both languages using proper pronunciation, enunciation, and polite expressions.
• Render exact and correct concepts and meanings according to interpreter protocol.

Qualifications

• Fluent and have strong verbal communication skills in both the source and target language (Taishanese to English and vice-versa).
• Excellent listening and retention skills to maintain a high level of accuracy during interpretation.
• Successful completion of a proficiency assessment or have a national certification.
• Extensive knowledge of code of ethics and standards of practice (IMIA, NBCMI and NCIHC).
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read and write in the requested languages.
• Degree or certifications in interpreting practices.
• National Medical Interpreter Certification by CCHI, NBCMI or DSHS.
• Accredited Medical Interpreting Training course (i.e.: ALTA, MITS, Bridging the Gap, MiTio, Cross-Cultural training, 40-hour accredited medical courses).

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Translation and Localization

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