What are the responsibilities and job description for the Northern Virginia - On-Site Amharic Interpreters position at Language Services Associates, Inc.?
Overview:
Language Services Associates is looking for Amharic interpreters in the Northern Virginia area. As a member of LSA’s network of Independently Contracted Interpreters, you will be responsible for facilitating language communication for the Limited English Proficient (LEP) community in a variety of settings, including medical, legal, and customer service. LSA is continuously accepting qualified interpreters for a wide range of interpreting assignments!
Responsibilities:
· 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
· Complete training(s) and participate in ongoing Quality Assurance monitoring
Qualifications/Experience:
· Full fluency in both English and Amharic
· Familiarity with and the ability to comply with industry standard best practices (i.e. professionalism, courtesy, protocol and confidentiality)
· The ability to provide a high level of client service
· Access to personal or public transport
· 2 years of professional interpreting experience preferred
· Industry specific certifications/trainings preferred (CMI, CCHI, etc.)
*LSA requires a valid COVID-19 vaccination record indicating that you are fully vaccinated according to the current United States CDC definition.
LSA is passionate about what we do, which is helping people thrive in an increasingly global environment! If interested, please apply and include a copy of your resume which emphasizes your interpreting experience.
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