Yupik Interpreter

Language Services Associates; United States; Remote; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Language Services Associates, Inc. is seeking a telephonic remote interpreter to support LEP clients. You will provide interpretation services over the phone, ensuring accuracy and cultural sensitivity.

Ideal candidates are fluent in English and Yupik, comfortable with web-based platforms and Microsoft Word, and committed to confidentiality and professional conduct.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and Yupik
• Proficient with web-based platforms, email and MS Word
• Requires a quiet, secure interpreting space free from noise

Responsibilities

• Provide telephonic remote interpreting
• Answer inbound calls promptly and professionally
• Deliver superior customer service
• Uphold Code of Professional Conduct and confidentiality
• Follow policies and industry-specific interpretation protocols and best practices

Skills

Bilingual (English / Yupik)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Web-based platforms

Email

Job description

Responsibilities

• Provide effective telephonic remote interpreting
• Answer inbound calls in a timely manner
• 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

Requirements

• Full fluency in both English and Yupik
• Technology proficiency with web-based platforms, email, and Microsoft Word
• Access to a quiet, secure interpreting space free from outside noises

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of professional interpreting experience
• Industry specific certifications such as CMI, CCHI, Bridging the Gap, or Cross-Cultural

About the Company

Language Services Associates is passionate about helping people thrive in an increasingly global environment by facilitating language communication for the Limited English Proficient (LEP) community.