Sign Language Interpreter Jobs in Gastonia, NC

Invo Healthcare is looking for a dedicated Sign Language Interpreter to join our school-based team in Gaston County, NC for the 2024-2025 school year. With a competitive starting rate of $38/hour, this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss! What You’ll Love About This Role: · Competitive Pay: $38/hour to start! · Supportive Work Environment: Become an integral part of the Gaston County Schools team, participating in trainings, meetings, and events. Your Impact: · Facilitate communication between deaf or hard-of-hearing students and others. · Provide interpretation during classes, meetings, and school activities. · Help students fully engage and thrive in their educational environment. Requirements: · Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL). · Relevant certification and experience in educational settings preferred. Why Invo? · Comprehensive benefits, including healthcare, 401K, PTO, and life insurance. · Professional development opportunities and ongoing support from a dedicated team. Make a Difference Today! Apply now to join a passionate team focused on empowering students and fostering their success! Invo Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Definition The employee must be proficient and certified in sign language and have passed the EIPA. The employee independently or with minimal supervision controls and operates his or her assigned functions. The employee interprets general instruction as well as enrichment and movement activities in an instructional environment to support students in learning subject matter and skills that will contribute to their educational and social development. This will take place at a Gaston County School site on Monday through Friday from 2:30 PM-5:30 PM at Woodhill Elementary School. The employee must demonstrate the ability to work with children who are deaf or hard of hearing in completing school assignments and understanding difficult concepts as well as functioning as an interpreter. Duties and Responsibilities • Maintains flexible work hours in order to provide access to communication for school-sponsored extracurricular activities when needed by the students who are deaf/hard of hearing. • Possesses technical skills or utilizes resources to maintain hearing aids, auditory trainers, and FM systems. • Maintains an awareness of the instructor's daily lesson plans. • Monitors the student's comprehension of signed information. • Works to foster independence in deaf students. • Provides information to the supervisor and/or appropriate school personnel concerning the student's current educational progress. • Report absences as they occur to A.S.P.I.R.E to secure a replacement interpreter. • Accompanies assigned students on all field trips. • Monitors assigned students during extracurricular events as assigned. • Performs other related work as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Ability to use sign language at a level to interpret the spoken language using the appropriate production of signs (hand shape, movement, location, and directionality) as assessed by the Educational Interpreter • Performance Assessment (EIPA) achieving Level 3.3 or above. • Understands the developmental stages of children and a special understanding of the needs of children with a hearing impairment. • Ability to communicate and work with a variety of age groups. • Ability to use appropriate sign substitutions and communicate in a clear and accurate manner when using fingerspelling. • Ability to organize classroom materials, records, and reports to meet program reports and deadlines. • Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision in the assigned duties and tasks. • Ability to develop and maintain an effective working relationship with students, parents, teachers, and administrators. • Ability to use appropriate inflection and tone in voicing from Sign Language to Spoken English. • Ability to maintain a positive atmosphere in the classroom. • Ability to be tactful, patient, and firm with students assigned. • Ability to maintain flexible work hours to provide communication for school-sponsored extra-curricular activities when needed by students. • Ability to manage an instructional management system. Physical Requirements • Physically performs the basic life operational functions of reaching, standing, walking, fingering, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. • Must be able to perform sedentary work exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. • Must possess the visual acuity to work with lesson plans, read students' assignments, operate a computer terminal, prepare records and reports, and observe and monitor the behavior of students. Minimum Education and Experience • High School diploma required. • Minimum score of 3.3 on the Educational Interpreter Proficiency Assessment for Sign Language. (Interpreters currently employed in NC with an EIPA score of 3.0-3.29 may be eligible for employment but would be required to reach a 3.3 in three years.) • Completes yearly renewal credit hours as mandated by the State of North Carolina. This Position reports to: ASPIRE Site Coordinator Classification: Non-Exempt Salary: Grade 64, 66, or 68 depending upon EIPA score Disclaimer The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees for this job. If offered a position, the prospective employee must pass a required health exam, criminal records check, and drug test. Created 12/2004 LConyers

**Salary Range:** $25-$60 (depending on location, education, and certifications) **Details:** * The Full time 32 hour a week position will require that hours be worked Monday-Saturday, 7am-7pm MST. * This position will require that 100% of the required 32 hours are worked in VRS. Anything worked above 32 hours can be worked in other job codes. * Those selected will be required to remain in their FT position for one year. (Cannot move to PT until the year is up). **Hours Requirement:** 10 hours minimum of interpreting services required per month (at leaderships discretion). **Shifts**: Available hours are Monday-Saturday, 7am-7pm MT. *(*If selected and hired you will initially be asked to work at least one shift either Monday, Friday or Saturday) In ASL: **Benefits of interpreting with Sorenson:** * Paid Vacation Time and Paid Sick Time and Paid Holidays * Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance * Flexible Scheduling * Premium shifts offered to boost hourly wage * Earn CEU's * Opportunity for annual certification, testing and membership/licensure reimbursement up to 100% based on average hours worked * 401K plans with employer contribution * No scripts * Resiliency/Vicarious Trauma resources available at no cost * Company-wide Network + Transfer and visiting interpreter opportunities to any of the centers across the US and Canada **A successful candidate will have:** Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities in ASL: * Ability to pass our required skills assessment * A high school diploma or GED * An associate's or bachelor's degree (preferred, but not required) * Interpreter certification * 3 years' experience working as an interpreter (preferred, but not required) * Ability to troubleshoot basic technical issues * Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, highly regulated and customer service focused environment * Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, tools and to handle other computer components * Regular and predictable attendance **Job Snapshot:** Job Summary in ASL: Sorenson Communications is expanding our Video Relay Service (***************************** As a result, we are seeking Interpreters to provide Sign-to-Voice and Voice-to-Sign interpreting services. Full and part-time positions are available in the US and in Canada. **Responsibilities:** Essential Duties and Responsibilities in ASL: * Effectively interpret between American Sign Language (ASL) and spoken English * Maintain, as applicable, compliance with any national, state, or local licensure and/or certification requirements * Demonstrate full compliance with Sorenson standards and policies, FCC regulations and the RID Code of Professional Conduct * Demonstrate full compliance with Sorenson Communications attendance policy * Accurately complete assigned tasks/duties, projects and paperwork promptly and within approved guidelines * The ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, in order to meet the demands of the VRS industry, is essential for this position. * Possess the ability to quickly learn and implement new and changing technologies * Work effectively in a team environment; receive support from and provide support to colleagues * Possess the ability to work effectively in an environment with oversight that may include, but is not limited to call monitoring, mentoring and evaluations * Possess the ability to work effectively in a fast paced, dynamic, highly regulated environment * Enhance interpreting skills through continued education training * Demonstrate willingness and ability to complete additional duties and assignments on an on-going basis * Sorenson Communications is committed to connecting people every day through communications access 24/7/365. Our customers rely on us and our innovative technology to quickly deliver accuracy in every conversation. We are industry leaders because, in all our endeavors, our customers sense our passion, our care, and our commitment. This dedication extends to our workplace. Our employees are united and proud to be part of important human interactions and understand that everything we do to facilitate communication creates connections and enhances relationships between people. * Sorenson Communications, LLC. offers Video Relay Service (VRS), which gives Deaf, who use American Sign Language (ASL), and hearing people the option to communicate in their preferred language - either ASL or spoken English or Spanish. Sorenson also provides onsite and remote interpreting services between English and various other world languages. **Equal Employment Opportunity:** Sorenson Communications is an EOE, Disability/Age Employer. **Qualifications** **Skills** **Behaviors** **:** **Motivations** **:** **Education** ** **Required**** Diploma or better in High School or related field. **Experience** ** **Preferred**** **3 years:** Interpreting experience (previous VRS experience preferred) **** **Licenses & Certifications** Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

ProSidian is a Management and Operations Consulting Firm focusing on providing value to clients through tailored solutions based on industry-leading practices. We help forward-thinking clients solve problems and improve operations. With a reputation for its strong CONUS/OCONUS practice spanning six solution areas, ProSidian services focus on the broad spectrum of Risk Management, Compliance, Business Process, IT Effectiveness, Energy & Sustainability, and Human Capital. Launched by former Big 4 Management Consultants; our multidisciplinary teams bring together the talents of nearly 190 professionals globally to complete a wide variety of engagements for Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies of all sizes. Our Services are deployed across the enterprise, target drivers of economic profit (growth, margin, and efficiency), and are aligned at the intersections of assets, processes, policies, and people delivering value. ProSidian clients represent a broad spectrum of industries to include but are not limited to Energy, Manufacturing, Chemical, Retail, Healthcare, Telecommunications, Hospitality, Pharmaceuticals, Banking & Financial Services, Transportation, Federal and State Government Agencies. Learn More About ProSidian Consulting at ****************** Job Description ProSidian Seeks a Sign Language Interpreter (Contract Contingent) in Charlotte, NC / Remote to support an engagement for agency of the United States government responsible for consumer protection in the financial sector . The ProSidian Engagement Team Members work to develop and implement a strategy and initiatives to educate, empower, and equip consumers to make better informed financial decisions. Sign Language Interpreter Candidates shall work to support requirements for PR0001 Communications And Knowledge Management Support and will provide interpretation and transliteration services using sign language communication for deaf and hard of hearing participants in lectures and training sessions, both in-person and online, for the purposes of financial education, engagement, and empowerment. The Sign Language Interpreter should asses the participants' needs and the interpreting situation before and during training sessions and make adjustments as needed. The Sign Language Interpreter will provide interpretations from deaf and hard of hearing participants' contributions, questions, or discussions to the Instructor and to the training session group. The Sign Language Interpreter will also work closely with the Financial Literacy Instructor and Curriculum Developer to ensure adequate interpretation during all training sessions, lunch, breaks, and smaller breakout groups to assist those who require a sign language interpreter throughout the entire session. The Sign Language Interpretor is responsible for accurately interpreting spoken language to sign language and interpret sign language to spoken language for training sessions, directions, lunch, breaks, and smaller breakout groups. The Sign Language Interpretor will be responsible for develping in-person and online training session tools and materials with the Curriculum Developer in order to ensure Deaf or hard-of-hearing participants have complete understanding of the education and empowerment implementation methods to assist participants in making financial decisions that align with their goals and lifestyles. Additionally, the Sign Language Interpreter will be responsible for establishing and maintaining a good working relationship with participants and staff, as well as assist with providing for the deaf and hard of hearing participant's communication needs. Qualifications The Sign Language Interpreter shall have consecutive employment in a position with comparable responsibilities within the past five (5) years, Must be able to use a computer to communicate via email; and proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word/Excel/Power point) and related tools and technology required for the position. Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria. The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university in a relevant field with at least 5 years of experience with demonstrated understanding of sign language interpretation at the secondary or post-secondary level. Completion of an accrediated Interpreter Training Program required; Master's degree preferred. Licensure from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) strongly preferred. Bilingual candidates (American and Spanish Sign Language) strongly preferred. At least 5 years of experience providing sign language interpretation and communication expertise. Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, work well under pressure and meet deadlines. Ability to work effectively both individually and as a member of a team. Candidate must have strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to propose possible resolutions to complex managerial or operational problems. Demonstrated expertise in knowledge management. Demonstrated proactivity, attention to detail, working within deadlines, and ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent interpersonal skills, English verbal, written, editing, research, and verbal communication skills. Excellent project management and organizational skills. Familiarity with Section 504 and Section 508 disability requirements and accommodations. Proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel) Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria. The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined. TRAVEL: Travel as coordinated with the technical point of contact and approved in writing by the Contracting Officer in advance, is allowed, in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations. LOCATION: Work shall be conducted at the Charlotte, NC / Remote U.S. Citizenship Required Excellent oral and written communication skills Both American and Spanish Sign Language proficiency strongly preferred Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe) All ProSidian staff must be determined eligible for a “Facility Access Authorization” (also referred to as an “Employment Authorization”) by the USG's designated Security Office. Additional Information As a condition of employment, all employees are required to fulfill all requirements of the roles for which they are employed; establish, manage, pursue, and fulfill annual goals and objectives with at least three (3) Goals for each of the firms Eight Prosidian Global Competencies [1 - Personal Effectiveness | 2 - Continuous Learning | 3 - Leadership | 4 - Client Service | 5 - Business Management | 6 - Business Development | 7 - Technical Expertise | 8 - Innovation & Knowledge Sharing (Thought Leadership)]; and to support all business development and other efforts on behalf of ProSidian Consulting. CORE COMPETENCIES Teamwork - ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader Leadership - ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives Business Acumen - understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people Communication - ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing Motivation - persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions Agility - ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams Judgment - exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications Organization - ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks ------------ ------------ ------------ OTHER REQUIREMENTS Business Tools - understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary. Business Tools - understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary. Commitment - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the biggest challenges across private, public and social sectors Curiosity - the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together Humility - exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work where skills have impact and make a difference Willingness - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroom ------------ ------------ ------------ BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS ProSidian Employee Benefits and Highlights: Your good health and well-being are important to ProSidian Consulting. At ProSidian, we invest in our employees to help them stay healthy and achieve work-life balance. That's why we are also pleased to offer the Employee Benefits Program, designed to promote your health and personal welfare. Our growing list of benefits currently include the following for Full Time Employees: Competitive Compensation: Pay range begins in the competitive ranges with Group Health Benefits, Pre-tax Employee Benefits, and Performance Incentives. For medical and dental benefits, the Company contributes a fixed dollar amount each month towards the plan you elect. Contributions are deducted on a Pre-tax basis. Group Medical Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian partners with BC/BS, to offer a range of medical plans, including high-deductible health plans or PPOs. ||| Group Dental Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian dental carriers - Delta, Aetna, Guardian, and MetLife. Group Vision Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian offers high/low vision plans through 2 carriers: Aetna and VSP. 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans help you save for your retirement for eligible employees. A range of investment options are available with a personal financial planner to assist you. The Plan is a pre-tax Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. Vacation and Paid Time-Off (PTO) Benefits: Eligible employees use PTO for vacation, a doctor's appointment, or any number of events in your life. Currently these benefits include Vacation/Sick days - 2 weeks/3 days | Holidays - 10 ProSidian and Government Days are given. Pre-Tax Payment Programs: Pre-Tax Payment Programs currently exist in the form of a Premium Only Plan (POP). These Plans offer a full Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and a tax benefit for eligible employees. Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans: We want you to achieve financial success. We offer a Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan through The Corporate Perks Benefit Program. This provides special discounts for eligible employees on products and services you buy on a daily basis. Security Clearance: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements there are Security Clearance requirements for Engagement Teams handling sensitive Engagements in the Federal Marketplace. A Security Clearance is a valued asset in your professional portfolio and adds to your credentials. ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program: ProSidian Consulting will pay up to 5k for all referrals employed for 90 days for candidates submitted through our Referral Program. Performance Incentives: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements there are performance incentives associated with each new client that each employee works to pursue and support. Flexible Spending Account: FSAs help you pay for eligible out-of-pocket health care and dependent day care expenses on a pre-tax basis. You determine your projected expenses for the Plan Year and then elect to set aside a portion of each paycheck into your FSA. Supplemental Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance: If you want extra protection for yourself and your eligible dependents, you have the option to elect supplemental life insurance. D&D covers death or dismemberment from an accident only. Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance: Disability insurance plans are designed to provide income protection while you recover from a disability. ----------- ------------ ------------ ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - See Below Instructions On The Best Way To Apply ProSidian Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. ProSidian Consulting has made a pledge to the Hiring Our Heroes Program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the “I Hire Military” Initiative of The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) for the State of North Carolina. All applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of Veteran Status. Furthermore, we believe in "HONOR ABOVE ALL" - be successful while doing things the right way. The pride comes out of the challenge; the reward is excellence in the work. FOR EASY APPLICATION USE OUR CAREER SITE LOCATED ON ************************* OR SEND YOUR RESUME'S, BIOS, AND SALARY EXPECTATION / RATES TO ***********************. ONLY CANDIDATES WITH REQUIRED CRITERIA ARE CONSIDERED. Be sure to place the job reference code in the subject line of your email. Be sure to include your name, address, telephone number, total compensation package, employment history, and educational credentials.

Our mission at Access Interpreting Services Inc, NC is to support district stakeholders through excellent customer service. We strive to engage in timely, accurate, and respectful communication. We aim to hire and mentor qualified sign language interpreters. We endeavor for high standards of service for both our customers and interpreters. This superior standard of quality is vital to our mission and success as a small business. Our purpose can be encapsulated in three words: Advocacy. Community. Excellence. “A.C.E.” Responsibilities Hours scheduled will meet the needs of community demands. Hearing interpreters will effectively interpret between ASL and spoken English. Deaf Interpreters will effectively interpret between ASL, Tactile American Sign Language, other forms of visual communication, and written English. Adhere to ACCESS policies and procedures, and the NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct Provide excellent customer service while maintaining a respectful and professional attitude with customers and colleagues. Work effectively in a team environment; receive support from and provide support to colleagues. Exhibit the ability to meet performance and customer service expectations with minimal supervision. Enhance interpreting skills through continuing education and training. Maintain compliance with any national, state, or local licensure and/or certification requirements. Maintain a flexible work schedule to meet the various interpreting needs in the community setting. Possess the ability to work effectively in a fast paced, dynamic environment in a variety of settings and locations. Fully comply with ACCESS attendance requirements. Effectively represent the ACCESS brand when interacting with customers in the field. Be prompt and prepared for each interpreting engagement. Flexible with assignment cancelations, time changes, etc. Ability to use technology for accurate reporting for billing and scheduling. Qualifications Ability to pass our required skills assessment A high school diploma or GED Interpreter certification Ability to travel independently in the Charlotte area Where driving is required - access to a vehicle, valid driver's license, and person vehicular insurance at the minimum state required level Candidates must display a wide continuum of language skills in American Sign Language and English and consistently exhibit excellent internal and external customer service Benefits Hourly Range: Depends on location, education, and certifications Flexible scheduling Personal schedulers who are available for all of your needs during business hours and after hours if you have an assignment You can pick and choose which work you want to do Pay for both same-day cancelation and replacement assignments that occur during the same time frame Reimbursement for parking, tolls, and mileage for all assignments There are differentials for after hours, weekends, mental health, and legal assignments We withhold taxes and pay by direct deposit Opportunities for virtual assignments

Are you passionate about helping your community? We are looking for on-site contractor interpreters to join our team of talented interpreters to cover Charlotte and surrounding areas in the following languages: French, Portuguese, Korean, Vietnamese (Female), Chinese Cantonese, Hakka Chin, Gujarati (Female), Turkish, Ukrainian, Arabic (Female), Dari, Jarai, Twi, and Haitian Creole. ASL (American Sign Language) with the needed license to practice in the state of NC. Qualifications: To be based in Charlotte or surrounding areas only. To be fully bilingual, including fluency in English. Have a high school certificate as a minimum level of education. You must have a Green Card minimum (eligible to work in the US independently), a clean driving record, driver's insurance, and own / have access to a reliable car. For ASL interpreters, North Carolina state licensure is required to perform the job. If you meet the qualifications above and if you enjoy meeting and helping new people, working at your own schedule, being challenged, and working at a diversity of locations, then we invite you to submit your resume/CV. For ASL, please use the following link: ********************************************************************************************************* Choice Translating Core Values: Do the right thing! Be humbly confident. Commit to excellence. Treat people like family Communicate openly and honestly. Why consider Choice Translating? A market leader with over 28 years of existence in the area. We make a difference in people's lives. We give people a voice. Every day brings new, exciting challenges. We provide the training for you to succeed. We have a strong, local support team. Visit our website for more information: *************************

An AA degree in Educational Interpreting from an accredited program OR licensure from Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, Inc. (RID), or National Association for the Deaf (NAD). A minimum EIPA score of 3. 0 is required in addition to one of the above. This position pays an hourly rate of $25.

The Stepping Stones Group is hiring American Sign Language Interpreters to join our team in schools in Rock Hill, SC! We are dedicated to providing unparalleled support to our professionals, ensuring they are equipped to make a significant impact in the lives of children. Surrounded by responsive and supportive clinical leaders, our team members enjoy meaningful interactive opportunities and exclusive access to content designed to foster their growth and success in school-based positions. $2000 bonus available! *Conditions apply; ask recruiter for details! Qualifications: * 3.5 or higher EIPA score OR national certificate for Sign Language Interpreting * Previous ASL experience required Benefits Matter: * Full-Time, School-Based Positions for all ASL Interpreters for the 2024-2025 School Year * Spread Pay Plan to ensure consistent income throughout the year * Professional Development Stipends and Health & Wellness Stipend to support your growth and well-being * 401(k) plan to help secure your financial future * Access to online resources, ASL approved webinars, therapy ideas, and free CEUs * Student Loan Repayment Plans * Travel Positions (select locations) with comprehensive Travel/Relocation Assistance. Our support includes task and milestone tracking, relocation benefits access 24/7, important documents, city guides, and more to manage your relocation budget and finances effectively Rewarding Benefits: * Incentives for referrals. * A strong value system and social conscience, prioritizing the needs of children and ensuring you are placed in a position that suits you best The Stepping Stones Group stands out with a strong value system and a social conscience, believing firmly in putting the needs of children first. By joining us, you're not just taking a step in your career; you're also becoming part of a mission to transform lives together. We understand what it takes to thrive in your career, and we're committed to placing you in a position that allows you to make the most significant impact. Have friends in ASL looking for new opportunities? Refer them today and be a part of our mission while earning substantial referral bonuses. About The Stepping Stones Group: We are a company that believes in the power of transformation, both in the lives of the children we serve and the professionals who dedicate their careers to this noble cause. Join us, and let's begin Transforming Lives Together!

00169656 Employment Type: Full Time Shift: Variable/On Call Shift Details: Hours vary between 1st, 2nd, & weekends Standard Hours: 4.00 Department Name: Language Access Location: Corporate Operations Location Details: Morehead Street Our mission is to improve health, elevate hope and advance healing - for all. The name Atrium Health allows us to grow beyond our current walls and geographical borders to impact as many lives as possible and deliver solutions that help communities thrive. For more information, please visit atriumhealth.org/about-us. Job Summary Responsible for accurate oral interpretation and written translation with an emphasis on medically related communication between the limited English proficient (LEP) speaker and the healthcare team. Sensitive to cultural perception and use language appropriate to the educational and linguistic sophistication of both the client and the healthcare provider. Essential Functions Responds to requests for interpretation and translation services in the health care setting. Interprets information regarding the patient's and family's medical needs. This may include consent for treatment, history and physical assessment, treatment recommendations, patient education, instructions for follow-up and future appointments. Interprets as accurately and directly as possible given the idiomatic differences of languages, and maintains the spirit of the original communication, suspending judgment and making no comment. The interpreter will make every effort to ensure the patient and the healthcare provider understands questions, answers, instructions, and other information transmitted by the speaker. Assists health care providers in understanding the patient's culture, especially as it relates to health service interactions. This includes nonverbal communications, health practices, and social relationships. Strive to develop a relationship of trust and respect at all times with the patient by adopting a caring, attentive, but discreet and impartial attitude toward the patient, and his/her questions, concerns, and needs. Abide by the Atrium Health Code of Conduct for Interpreters. He/she will follow privacy standards at all times. Translate basic written information as needed by clinical staff using accepted policy and procedures as requested. This may include discharge instructions. Responsible to promote a safe environment and perform all work related responsibilities in a safe manner. Responsible for all other duties as assigned. Physical Requirements Work requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting and reaching. Must lift a minimum of 10 pounds to shoulder height. Must speak English and Spanish in simple, understandable terms and have an intact sense of sight and hearing. Must be able to be mobile within the entire healthcare provider system. Education, Experience, and Certifications Bachelors degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Knowledge of medical terminology and/or work experience in a healthcare setting is preferred. Demonstrated oral fluency and written skills in English and Spanish by successful completion of Language Assessment. Computer literacy, ability to use a word processor, and ability to learn computer software applications specific to the role of the interpreter. Good organizational and time management skills are essential. Must be able to cope with interruptions, varying personalities and cultural diversity, changing priorities, irregular hours and demanding clients. At Atrium Health, our patients, communities and teammates are at the center of everything we do. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion allows us to deliver care that is superior in quality and compassion across our network of more than 900 care locations. As a leading, innovative health system, we promote an environment where differences are valued and integrated into our workforce. Our culture of inclusion and cultural competence allows us to achieve our goals and deliver the best possible experience to patients and the communities we serve. Posting Notes: Not Applicable Atrium Health is an EOE/AA Employer

The Healthcare Interpreter ensures equal access for all by serving as the linguistic and cultural intermediary of the healthcare encounter. The Interpreter accurately and skillfully interprets oral communication and basic written information, related to the healthcare encounter, between the Limited English Proficient (LEP) customer and the care team. The interpreter also serves as a cultural broker, clarifier, and advocate to ensure positive clinical outcomes. Essential Functions Proactively responds to requests for language access in a healthcare setting. This includes but is not limited to: In-person interpreting, telephone interpreting, video interpreting, basic translation. Leverages the use of technology, as needed, to deliver services in a variety of different modalities. Troubleshoots basic application issues with software and customer as needed. Maintains relationships with internal customers and makes key decisions regarding appropriate interpreter modalities. Strives to contain costs at all times and leverages vendor relationships as needed. Interprets information regarding the patient's and family's healthcare needs. Scenarios may include patient education, appointments, discharge instructions, procedures, emergency encounters, assessments, etc. Serves as a conduit to interpret as accurately and concisely as possible while considering cultural implications and idiomatic language differences. Acts as a cultural broker by educating caregivers on the understanding of patient's culture in relationship to healthcare. Fully abides by the healthcare system's professional conduct standards, executes job duties in an ethical manner, and follows national practice standards Translates basic written information as needed and within department guidelines. Serves as a cultural mediator and educate customers appropriately. Physical Requirements Walk requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, and reaching. Must lift a minimum of 10 pounds to shoulder height. Must speak English and foreign language in simple, understandable terms, and have an intact sense of sight and hearing. Must be mobile throughout entire healthcare system. Must be able to deliver language access via in-person, telephone and video remote modalities Education, Experience and Certifications High school diploma required. 1-year related experience required. Bachelor's degree preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology and prior experience in a healthcare setting is required. National medical interpreter certification preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of oral/written language pair competency by successful completed an Interpreter Language Assessment required. Competition of 40-hour Medical Interpretation Training Program within 1 year of hire required.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt The Healthcare Interpreter ensures equal access for all by serving as the linguistic and cultural intermediary of the healthcare encounter. The Interpreter accurately and skillfully interprets oral communication and basic written information, related to the healthcare encounter, between the Limited English Proficient (LEP) customer and the care team. The Interpreter also serves as a cultural broker, clarifier, and advocate to ensure positive clinical outcomes. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High school diploma required. 1-year related experience required. Bachelor's degree preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology and prior experience in a healthcare setting is required. LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION: National medical interpreter certification preferred. Competition of 40-hour Medical Interpretation Training Program within 1 year of hire. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Proactively responds to requests for language access in a healthcare setting. This includes but is not limited to: In-person interpreting, telephone interpreting, video interpreting, basic translation. Leverages the use of technology, as needed, to deliver services in a variety of different modalities. Troubleshoots basic application issues with software and customer as needed. Maintains relationships with internal customers and makes key decisions regarding appropriate interpreter modalities. Strives to contain costs at all times and leverages vendor relationships as needed. Interprets information regarding the patient's and family's healthcare needs. Scenarios may include patient education, appointments, discharge instructions, procedures, emergency encounters, assessments, etc. Serves as a conduit to interpret as accurately and concisely as possible while considering cultural implications and idiomatic language differences. Acts as a cultural broker by educating caregivers on the understanding of patient's culture in relationship to healthcare. Fully abides by the healthcare system's professional conduct standards, executes job duties in an ethical manner, and follows national practice standards. Translates basic written information as needed and within department guidelines. Serves as a cultural mediator and educate customers appropriately. SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: Excellent oral and written communication skills Strong interpersonal skills Knowledge of medical terminology WORK ENVIRONMENT: Clean, well-lit, comfortable office setting PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 0% 35% 65% to to to 35% 65% 100% N/A Activity X Standing X Walking X Sitting X Bending X Reaching with arms X Finger and hand dexterity X Talking X Hearing X Seeing Lifting, carrying, pushing and or pulling: X 20 lbs. maximum X 50 lbs. maximum X 100 lbs. maximum

Definition The employee must be proficient and certified in sign language and have passed the EIPA. The employee independently or with minimal supervision controls and operates his or her assigned functions. Work requires planning and organizing daily work assignments and maintaining contact with regular education and special education teachers. The employee must demonstrate the ability to work with children who are deaf or hard of hearing in completing school assignments and understanding difficult concepts as well as functioning as an interpreter. Duties and Responsibilities • Maintains flexible work hours in order to provide access to communication for school-sponsored extracurricular activities when needed by the students who are deaf/hard of hearing. • Ability to prepare in advance lesson vocabulary and activities. • Possesses technical skills or utilizes resources to maintain hearing aids, auditory trainers, and FM systems. • Maintains an awareness of the instructor's daily lesson plans. • Monitors the student's comprehension of signed information. • Works to foster independence in deaf students. • Provides information to the supervisor and/or appropriate school personnel concerning the student's current educational progress. • Report absences as they occur to DEC to secure a replacement interpreter. • Demonstrates flexibility to work with EC teachers as directed when their assigned student is absent. • Reports collected data to appropriate individuals, including administrators, teachers, parents, and other related service providers. • Maintains classroom records and files as directed by the supervising teacher. • Accompanies assigned students on all field trips. • Monitors assigned students during extracurricular events as assigned. • Participates in school functions and other duties as assigned. • Performs other related work as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Ability to use sign language at a level to interpret the spoken language using the appropriate production of signs (hand shape, movement, location, and directionality) as assessed by the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) achieving Level 3 or above. (Interpreters currently employed in NC with an EIPA score of 3.0-3.29 may be eligible for employment but would be required to reach a 3.3 in three years.) • Understands the developmental stages of children and a special understanding of the needs of children with a hearing impairment. • Ability to communicate and work with a variety of age groups. • Ability to use appropriate sign substitutions and communicate in a clear and accurate manner when using fingerspelling. • Ability to organize classroom materials, records, and reports to meet program reports and deadlines. • Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision in the assigned duties and tasks. • Ability to develop and maintain an effective working relationship with students, parents, teachers, and administrators. • Ability to use appropriate inflection and tone in voicing from Sign Language to Spoken English. • Ability to maintain a positive atmosphere in the classroom. • Ability to be tactful, patient, and firm with students assigned. • Ability to maintain flexible work hours to provide communication for school-sponsored extra-curricular activities when needed by students. • Ability to manage an instructional management system. Physical Requirements • Physically performs the basic life operational functions of reaching, standing, walking, fingering, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. • Must be able to perform sedentary work exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. • Must possess the visual acuity to work with lesson plans, read students' assignments, operate a computer terminal, prepare records and reports, and observe and monitor the behavior of students. Minimum Education and Experience • High School diploma required. • Minimum score of 3.3 on the Educational Interpreter Proficiency Assessment for Sign Language. (Interpreters currently employed in NC with an EIPA score of 3.0-3.29 may be eligible for employment but would be required to reach a 3.3 in three years.) • Completes yearly renewal credit hours as mandated by the State of North Carolina. This Position reports to: Principal Classification: Exempt Salary: Grade 64, 66, or 68 depending upon EIPA score Disclaimer The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees for this job. If offered a position, the prospective employee must pass a required health exam, criminal records check, and drug test. Grade/Score update 01/2024 SHuffman

**Salary Range:** $25-$60 (depending on location, education, and certifications) **Hours Requirement:** 10 hours minimum of interpreting services required per month (at leaderships discretion). Click here to view this job overview in ASL: **Benefits of interpreting with Sorenson:** * Flexible Scheduling * You can pick and choose which work you want to do * Pay for both a cancelled assignment and a replacement assignment that occurs during the same time frame * You are reimbursed for parking, tolls, and mileage for **all** assignments * You can get paid for travel time too when it's between other Sorenson community assignments * There are differentials for Night, Graveyard, Weekend and Legal assignments. * We withhold taxes and pay by Direct Deposit. * You will have access to some employee benefits such as: Yearly professional development stipend (minimum weekly hours required), 24/7 Telehealth * Auto enrollment in 401K and access to retirement planning * Group rates for vision and dental plans, short-term disability, Life, Accident and Critical Illness, EAP **A successful candidate will have:** * Ability to pass our required skills assessment * A high school diploma or GED * An associate's or bachelor's degree (preferred, but not required) * Interpreter certification * 3 years' experience working as an interpreter preferred * Ability to travel independently in the metropolitan area + Where driving is required - access to a vehicle, valid driver's license, and person vehicular insurance at the minimum state required level **Job Snapshot:** Sorenson Communications is looking for part-time Deaf and hearing community interpreters to provide the highest quality interpretation services for Deaf consumers in multiple locations company wide. Hours scheduled will meet the needs of community demands. Candidates must display a wide continuum of language skills in American Sign Language and English and consistently exhibit excellent internal and external customer service. This position is available to new applicants and current Sorenson non-exempt employees in good standing. All applicants must take and pass a screening for verification of skill sets in order to deliver effective services. **Responsibilities:** * Hearing interpreters will effectively interpret between ASL and spoken English * Deaf interpreters will effectively interpret between ASL, Tactile American Sign Language, other forms of visual communication, and written English * Adhere to Sorenson policies and procedures, and the NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct * Provide excellent customer service while maintaining a respectful and professional attitude with customers and colleagues * Work effectively in a team environment; receive support from and provide support to colleagues * Exhibit the ability to meet performance and customer service expectations with minimal supervision * Enhance interpreting skills through continuing education and training * Maintain, as applicable, compliance with any national, state, or local licensure and/or certification requirements * Maintain a flexible work schedule to meet the various interpreting needs in the community setting * Possess the ability to work effectively in a fast paced, dynamic environment in a variety of settings and locations * Fully comply with Sorenson Communications attendance requirements * Effectively represent the Sorenson Communications brand when interacting with customers in the field * Work with intern students or provide mentoring when appropriate and as assigned * Be prompt and prepared for each interpreting engagement * Flexible with assignment changes * Ability to use technology for accurate reporting for billing, scheduling and service evaluation. * Demonstrate a willingness and ability to complete additional and other duties as assigned * Sorenson Communications is committed to connecting people every day through communications access 24/7/365. Our customers rely on us and our innovative technology to quickly deliver accuracy in every conversation. We are industry leaders because, in all our endeavors, our customers sense our passion, our care, and our commitment. This dedication extends to our workplace. Our employees are united and proud to be part of important human interactions and understand that everything we do to facilitate communication creates connections and enhances relationships between people. * Sorenson Communications, LLC. offers Video Relay Service (VRS), which gives Deaf, who use American Sign Language (ASL), and hearing people the option to communicate in their preferred language - either ASL or spoken English or Spanish. Sorenson also provides onsite and remote interpreting services between various languages. **Equal Employment Opportunity:** Sorenson Communications is an EOE, Disability/Age Employer. **Qualifications** **Skills** **Behaviors** **:** **Motivations** **:** **Education** ** **Required**** Diploma or better in High School or related field. **Experience** **Licenses & Certifications** Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Provide high level interpreting services for students and staff in a variety of educational settings. Must have EIPA of 3.0 or higher, CI, CT, or NIC.

00113352 Employment Type: Part Time Shift: Variable Shift Details: Hours vary Standard Hours: 4.00 Department Name: Language Access Location Details: Morehead Street Our mission is to improve health, elevate hope and advance healing - for all. The name Atrium Health allows us to grow beyond our current walls and geographical borders to impact as many lives as possible and deliver solutions that help communities thrive. For more information, please visit atriumhealth.org/about-us. Job Summary Responsible for accurate oral interpretation and written translation with an emphasis on medically related communication between the limited English proficient (LEP) speaker and the healthcare team. Sensitive to cultural perception and use language appropriate to the educational and linguistic sophistication of both the client and the healthcare provider. Essential Functions Responds to requests for interpretation and translation services in the health care setting. Interprets information regarding the patient's and family's medical needs. This may include consent for treatment, history and physical assessment, treatment recommendations, patient education, instructions for follow-up and future appointments. Interprets as accurately and directly as possible given the idiomatic differences of languages, and maintains the spirit of the original communication, suspending judgment and making no comment. The interpreter will make every effort to ensure the patient and the healthcare provider understands questions, answers, instructions, and other information transmitted by the speaker. Assists health care providers in understanding the patient's culture, especially as it relates to health service interactions. This includes nonverbal communications, health practices, and social relationships. Strive to develop a relationship of trust and respect at all times with the patient by adopting a caring, attentive, but discreet and impartial attitude toward the patient, and his/her questions, concerns, and needs. Abide by the Atrium Health Code of Conduct for Interpreters. He/she will follow privacy standards at all times. Translate basic written information as needed by clinical staff using accepted policy and procedures as requested. This may include discharge instructions. Responsible to promote a safe environment and perform all work related responsibilities in a safe manner. Responsible for all other duties as assigned. Physical Requirements Work requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting and reaching. Must lift a minimum of 10 pounds to shoulder height. Must speak English and Spanish in simple, understandable terms and have an intact sense of sight and hearing. Must be able to be mobile within the entire healthcare provider system. Education, Experience, and Certifications Bachelors degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Knowledge of medical terminology and/or work experience in a healthcare setting is preferred. Demonstrated oral fluency and written skills in English and Spanish by successful completion of Language Assessment. Computer literacy, ability to use a word processor, and ability to learn computer software applications specific to the role of the interpreter. Good organizational and time management skills are essential. Must be able to cope with interruptions, varying personalities and cultural diversity, changing priorities, irregular hours and demanding clients. At Atrium Health, our patients, communities and teammates are at the center of everything we do. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion allows us to deliver care that is superior in quality and compassion across our network of more than 900 care locations. As a leading, innovative health system, we promote an environment where differences are valued and integrated into our workforce. Our culture of inclusion and cultural competence allows us to achieve our goals and deliver the best possible experience to patients and the communities we serve. Posting Notes: Not Applicable Atrium Health is an EOE/AA Employer

The Healthcare Interpreter ensures equal access for all by serving as the linguistic and cultural intermediary of the healthcare encounter. The Interpreter accurately and skillfully interprets oral communication and basic written information, related to the healthcare encounter, between the Limited English Proficient (LEP) customer and the care team. The interpreter also serves as a cultural broker, clarifier, and advocate to ensure positive clinical outcomes. Essential Functions Proactively responds to requests for language access in a healthcare setting. This includes but is not limited to: In-person interpreting, telephone interpreting, video interpreting, basic translation. Leverages the use of technology, as needed, to deliver services in a variety of different modalities. Troubleshoots basic application issues with software and customer as needed. Maintains relationships with internal customers and makes key decisions regarding appropriate interpreter modalities. Strives to contain costs at all times and leverages vendor relationships as needed. Faithfully interprets information regarding the patient's and family's healthcare needs. Scenarios may include patient education, appointments, discharge instructions, procedures, emergency encounters, assessments, etc. Serves as a conduit to interpret as accurately and concisely as possible while considering cultural implications and idiomatic language differences. Acts as a cultural broker by educating caregivers on the understanding of patient's culture in relationship to healthcare. Fully abides by the healthcare system's professional conduct standards, executes job duties in an ethical manner, and follows national practice standards. Translates basic written information as needed and within department guidelines. Examples include discharge instructions. Physical Requirements Work requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, and reaching. Must lift a minimum of 10 pounds to shoulder height. Must speak English and foreign language in simple, understandable terms, and have an intact sense of sight and hearing. Must be mobile throughout entire healthcare system. Must be able to deliver language access via in-person, telephone, and video remote modalities. Education, Experience and Certifications High school diploma required. 1-year related experience required. Bachelor's degree preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology and prior experience in a healthcare setting is required. National medical interpreter certification preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of oral/written language pair competency by successful completed an Interpreter Language Assessment required. Competition of 40-hour Medical Interpretation Training Program within 1 year of hire.

Definition The employee must be proficient and certified in sign language and have passed the EIPA. The employee independently or with minimal supervision controls and operates his or her assigned functions. Work requires planning and organizing daily work assignments and maintaining contact with regular education and special education teachers. The employee must demonstrate the ability to work with children who are deaf or hard of hearing in completing school assignments and understanding difficult concepts as well as functioning as an interpreter. Duties and Responsibilities • Maintains flexible work hours in order to provide access to communication for school-sponsored extracurricular activities when needed by the students who are deaf/hard of hearing. • Ability to prepare in advance lesson vocabulary and activities. • Possesses technical skills or utilizes resources to maintain hearing aids, auditory trainers, and FM systems. • Maintains an awareness of the instructor's daily lesson plans. • Monitors the student's comprehension of signed information. • Works to foster independence in deaf students. • Provides information to the supervisor and/or appropriate school personnel concerning the student's current educational progress. • Report absences as they occur to DEC to secure a replacement interpreter. • Demonstrates flexibility to work with EC teachers as directed when their assigned student is absent. • Reports collected data to appropriate individuals, including administrators, teachers, parents, and other related service providers. • Maintains classroom records and files as directed by the supervising teacher. • Accompanies assigned students on all field trips. • Monitors assigned students during extracurricular events as assigned. • Participates in school functions and other duties as assigned. • Performs other related work as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Ability to use sign language at a level to interpret the spoken language using the appropriate production of signs (hand shape, movement, location, and directionality) as assessed by the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) achieving Level 3 or above. (Interpreters currently employed in NC with an EIPA score of 3.0-3.29 may be eligible for employment but would be required to reach a 3.3 in three years.) • Understands the developmental stages of children and a special understanding of the needs of children with a hearing impairment. • Ability to communicate and work with a variety of age groups. • Ability to use appropriate sign substitutions and communicate in a clear and accurate manner when using fingerspelling. • Ability to organize classroom materials, records, and reports to meet program reports and deadlines. • Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision in the assigned duties and tasks. • Ability to develop and maintain an effective working relationship with students, parents, teachers, and administrators. • Ability to use appropriate inflection and tone in voicing from Sign Language to Spoken English. • Ability to maintain a positive atmosphere in the classroom. • Ability to be tactful, patient, and firm with students assigned. • Ability to maintain flexible work hours to provide communication for school-sponsored extra-curricular activities when needed by students. • Ability to manage an instructional management system. Physical Requirements • Physically performs the basic life operational functions of reaching, standing, walking, fingering, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. • Must be able to perform sedentary work exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. • Must possess the visual acuity to work with lesson plans, read students' assignments, operate a computer terminal, prepare records and reports, and observe and monitor the behavior of students. Minimum Education and Experience • High School diploma required. • Minimum score of 3.3 on the Educational Interpreter Proficiency Assessment for Sign Language. (Interpreters currently employed in NC with an EIPA score of 3.0-3.29 may be eligible for employment but would be required to reach a 3.3 in three years.) • Completes yearly renewal credit hours as mandated by the State of North Carolina. This Position reports to: Principal Classification: Exempt Salary: Grade 64, 66, or 68 depending upon EIPA score Disclaimer The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees for this job. If offered a position, the prospective employee must pass a required health exam, criminal records check, and drug test. Grade/Score update 01/2024 SHuffman

Salary Range: $25-$60 (depending on location, education, and certifications) Hours Requirement: 10 hours minimum of interpreting services required per month (at leaderships discretion). Click here to view this job overview in ASL: https://vimeo.com/617***********aaac87 Benefits of interpreting with Sorenson: Flexible Scheduling You can pick and choose which work you want to do Pay for both a cancelled assignment and a replacement assignment that occurs during the same time frame You are reimbursed for parking, tolls, and mileage for all assignments You can get paid for travel time too when it's between other Sorenson community assignments There are differentials for Night, Graveyard, Weekend and Legal assignments. We withhold taxes and pay by Direct Deposit. You will have access to some employee benefits such as: Yearly professional development stipend (minimum weekly hours required), 24/7 Telehealth Auto enrollment in 401K and access to retirement planning Group rates for vision and dental plans, short-term disability, Life, Accident and Critical Illness, EAP A successful candidate will have: Ability to pass our required skills assessment A high school diploma or GED An associate's or bachelor's degree (preferred, but not required) Interpreter certification 3 years' experience working as an interpreter preferred Ability to travel independently in the metropolitan area Where driving is required - access to a vehicle, valid driver's license, and person vehicular insurance at the minimum state required level Job Snapshot: Sorenson Communications is looking for part-time Deaf and hearing community interpreters to provide the highest quality interpretation services for Deaf consumers in multiple locations company wide. Hours scheduled will meet the needs of community demands. Candidates must display a wide continuum of language skills in American Sign Language and English and consistently exhibit excellent internal and external customer service. This position is available to new applicants and current Sorenson non-exempt employees in good standing. All applicants must take and pass a screening for verification of skill sets in order to deliver effective services. Responsibilities: Hearing interpreters will effectively interpret between ASL and spoken English Deaf interpreters will effectively interpret between ASL, Tactile American Sign Language, other forms of visual communication, and written English Adhere to Sorenson policies and procedures, and the NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct Provide excellent customer service while maintaining a respectful and professional attitude with customers and colleagues Work effectively in a team environment; receive support from and provide support to colleagues Exhibit the ability to meet performance and customer service expectations with minimal supervision Enhance interpreting skills through continuing education and training Maintain, as applicable, compliance with any national, state, or local licensure and/or certification requirements Maintain a flexible work schedule to meet the various interpreting needs in the community setting Possess the ability to work effectively in a fast paced, dynamic environment in a variety of settings and locations Fully comply with Sorenson Communications attendance requirements Effectively represent the Sorenson Communications brand when interacting with customers in the field Work with intern students or provide mentoring when appropriate and as assigned Be prompt and prepared for each interpreting engagement Flexible with assignment changes Ability to use technology for accurate reporting for billing, scheduling and service evaluation. Demonstrate a willingness and ability to complete additional and other duties as assigned About Us: Sorenson Communications is committed to connecting people every day through communications access 24/7/365. Our customers rely on us and our innovative technology to quickly deliver accuracy in every conversation. We are industry leaders because, in all our endeavors, our customers sense our passion, our care, and our commitment. This dedication extends to our workplace. Our employees are united and proud to be part of important human interactions and understand that everything we do to facilitate communication creates connections and enhances relationships between people. Sorenson Communications, LLC. offers Video Relay Service (VRS), which gives Deaf, who use American Sign Language (ASL), and hearing people the option to communicate in their preferred language - either ASL or spoken English or Spanish. Sorenson also provides onsite and remote interpreting services between various languages. Equal Employment Opportunity: Sorenson Communications is an EOE, Disability/Age Employer.

The Healthcare Interpreter ensures equal access for all by serving as the linguistic and cultural intermediary of the healthcare encounter. The Interpreter accurately and skillfully interprets oral communication and basic written information, related to the healthcare encounter, between the Limited English Proficient (LEP) customer and the care team. The interpreter also serves as a cultural broker, clarifier, and advocate to ensure positive clinical outcomes. Essential Functions * Proactively responds to requests for language access in a healthcare setting. This includes but is not limited to: In-person interpreting, telephone interpreting, video interpreting, basic translation. * Leverages the use of technology, as needed, to deliver services in a variety of different modalities. Troubleshoots basic application issues with software and customer as needed. * Maintains relationships with internal customers and makes key decisions regarding appropriate interpreter modalities. Strives to contain costs at all times and leverages vendor relationships as needed. * Interprets information regarding the patient's and family's healthcare needs. Scenarios may include patient education, appointments, discharge instructions, procedures, emergency encounters, assessments, etc. * Serves as a conduit to interpret as accurately and concisely as possible while considering cultural implications and idiomatic language differences. * Acts as a cultural broker by educating caregivers on the understanding of patient's culture in relationship to healthcare. * Fully abides by the healthcare system's professional conduct standards, executes job duties in an ethical manner, and follows national practice standards * Translates basic written information as needed and within department guidelines. * Serves as a cultural mediator and educate customers appropriately. Physical Requirements Walk requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, and reaching. Must lift a minimum of 10 pounds to shoulder height. Must speak English and foreign language in simple, understandable terms, and have an intact sense of sight and hearing. Must be mobile throughout entire healthcare system. Must be able to deliver language access via in-person, telephone and video remote modalities Education, Experience and Certifications High school diploma required. 1-year related experience required. Bachelor's degree preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology and prior experience in a healthcare setting is required. National medical interpreter certification preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of oral/written language pair competency by successful completed an Interpreter Language Assessment required. Competition of 40-hour Medical Interpretation Training Program within 1 year of hire required.