Professional Lip-Reader

Fulufhedziso General Trading; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Part time

Job summary

A communication support services provider is seeking a skilled Professional Lip-Reader to offer communication support nationwide. The ideal candidate should have experience in lip-reading, training in a relevant field, and the ability to work independently or in a team. This role involves interpreting spoken language and providing real-time communication assistance for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a professional Lip-reader or in a related communication support role.
• Active registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Interpret spoken language by observing lip movements and gestures.
• Provide real-time communication support for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing.
• Transcribe spoken content from silent video footage or live conversations.

Skills

Visual attention

Linguistic knowledge

Observational skills

Communication skills

Patience

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Formal training in Speech-Language Pathology or related field

Job description

Professional Lip-Reader

We hereby seek to establish a freelance panel of highly skilled and exceptionally observant Lip-readers with highly developed visual communication skills to join our team and provide essential communication support services nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret spoken language accurately by visually observing lip movements, facial expressions, and gestures in various settings (e.g., meetings, interviews, training sessions, legal proceedings).
• Provide real‑time communication support for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing.
• Work alongside sign language interpreters or use assistive technologies when necessary.
• Transcribe spoken content from silent video footage or live conversations with precision and discretion, particularly in forensic or legal contexts if applicable to the role.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards in all interpreting activities.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a professional Lip‑reader or in a related communication support role.
• Formal training or certification in Speech‑Language Pathology, Audiology, Communication Pathology or a related field will be a strong advantage.
• Active registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) will be an added advantage.
• Exceptional visual attention, strong linguistic knowledge, and acute observational skills.
• Excellent communication skills, patience, problem‑solving abilities, and a high degree of discretion.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi‑disciplinary team.