American Sign Language Interpreter (VRI)

Focus Interpreting; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid per minute rate

Job summary

Focus Interpreting is seeking a dedicated ASL Interpreter to join our team. The role involves facilitating communication between deaf and hearing individuals by accurately interpreting spoken language into ASL and ASL back into spoken language across medical, legal, educational, and social services settings.

You will maintain confidentiality, stay current with ASL and English developments, and provide professional interpretation under pressure while delivering precise, culturally sensitive

Qualifications

• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and strong proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional interpretation services across medical, legal, educational, and social services settings.
• Interpret spoken language into ASL and ASL back into spoken language in real time.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold professionalism during sessions.
• Stay updated on ASL and English developments to ensure accuracy.

Skills

ASL fluency

English proficiency

Certification

Deaf culture

Under pressure

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Focus Interpreting is seeking a dedicated American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter to join our team. As an interpreter, you will be responsible for facilitating communication between deaf and hearing individuals by accurately interpreting spoken language into ASL and vice versa.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide professional interpretation services during various settings, including medical, legal, educational, and social services
• Ensure clear and effective communication by interpreting spoken words into ASL and ASL back into spoken language in real-time
• Adhere to confidentiality guidelines and maintain a high level of professionalism and integrity in all interpretation sessions
• Stay updated on developments in both ASL and English to ensure the highest quality of service and accuracy in interpretation

REQUIREMENTS

• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and strong proficiency in English, with excellent communication skills in both languages
• Certification or qualifications in ASL interpretation
• Understanding of the Deaf culture and norms to provide effective and culturally sensitive interpretation
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

If you are an enthusiastic and skilled ASL interpreter looking to contribute to our mission of effective communication, we would love to hear from you!

Requirements

• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and English
• Certification or qualifications in ASL interpretation
• Understanding of Deaf culture
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure

Benefits

Paid by assignment at a per minute rate.