What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interpreter-Portuguese position at Cayuse Shared Services?
Overview
The Interpreter will provide interpretation within the State of Oregon to reach individuals with a language barrier. Interpretation will consist of but not limited to Education, legal, Medical, Environmental, and Social Services, etc.
This position performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of Cayuse.
Responsibilities
- Accurately interpreting spoken work situations like lectures, conversations, and meetings.
- Utilizing technology to transcribe spoken English in some settings.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Qualifications – Here’s What You Need:
- High School/BA Degree or equivalent in years of experience / MISS, Foreign Service Institute (FSI)
- Legal Translation online certifications: Certified Translation Professional (CTP), OHA, Oregon HIC (Health Care Interpreter)
- Experience: State Department experience/refugees, FDA, Health & Human Services, Medical, Legal, Housing Authority etc.
- Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.
- Must possess problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written
- Ability to respond effectively to customers with a sense of urgency.
- Proficient in Microsoft and Adobe toolsets, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Acrobat, etc.
- Highly motivated with the ability to handle and manage multiple tasks at any one time.
- Ability to forge new relationships, individual and teaming in nature.
- Must be a Self-starter, that can work independently and as part of a team.
Our Commitment to you / overview of benefits:
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
Voluntary Life and AD&D options
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
Paid Time Off
Reports to: Deputy Program Manager
Working Conditions:
Professional environment.
Must be able to be on-call. Interpreter will be notified within 48 hours of potential jobs that come in and language is needed.
Must be able to travel to different locations to interpret in-person.
Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.
Pay Range
USD $45.00 - USD $65.00 /Hr.Salary : $45 - $65
