What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tri-Lingual Community Interpreter position at NorCal?
$50,000 – $70,000 annually
POSITION SUMMARY
Required fluency in American Sign Language, English and Spanish. Provide tri-lingual communication assistance to deaf and hard of hearing individuals in the community by way of both pre-scheduled assignments and 24/7 emergency services.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provide tri-lingual interpreting services in American Sign Language, English and Spanish as delegated by the Dispatcher and or Communications Department Manager. Assignments include but are not limited to medical appointments, various company staff meetings, formal speeches (platform interpreting), social services, corporate settings, and state and local government entities as well as in-house interpreting and document translation. Assignments will depend on level of interpreting skills.
- Record statistics on a monthly basis related to provision of service.
- In-House office tasks such as answering phones and providing information and referrals to the general public and assisting the Dispatcher as needed.
- Other duties as assigned by the Communications Department Manager and/or the CEO.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Fluency in American Sign Language, English and Spanish to qualify as tri-lingual or multi-lingual interpreter. Education, qualifications, and certifications. Strong ASL expressive and receptive skills.
National Sign Language Interpreter certification (NAD IV/V, BEI-Advanced or Master, or RID). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent customer service skills. Strong understanding of ASL and Deaf culture. Ability to work within a changing schedule. Ability to work as part of a team. Demonstrated ability to assess and adapt interpreting styles to fit the communication needs of the individual who may be Deaf, hard of hearing, deaf-blind, or recently deafened. Must have a valid CA driver License, automobile insurance as required by law and reliable means of transportation. Willingness to drive the long distances to assignments in your office service area as well as assignments within NorCal’s service region including 24 northeastern counties. Knowledge/Adherence to RID professional Code of Conduct is required. Regular attendance to workshops for skills maintenance and enhancement.
The benefits of being a NorCal Employee
Because NorCal Services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing hires the best people, we work hard to provide benefits that make their lives better. We offer a comprehensive benefits program which features:
- Financial protection through disability, life, accidental death, and dismemberment insurance.
- Health coverage for you through medical, dental, and vision plans fully paid by the employer for full time employees.
- AFLAC Supplemental Insurance benefits options.
- A 401k retirement plan.
- Tax advantages through flexible spending accounts that allow you to pay for specific health-care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
- A generous paid time off program in which the benefits increase along with your tenure with the company.
- Mileage and smart mobile device reimbursement.
Interested Applicants should send cover letter and resume to: jobs@norcalcenter.org
To apply for this job email your details to jobs@norcalcenter.org
Salary : $50,000 - $70,000