Transcriptionist

We’re seeking a skilled transcriptionist to join our team and deliver accurate, high-quality written documents from audio recordings.

This role involves transcribing various audio files—including business meetings, podcasts, webinars, and legal proceedings—into polished, error-free transcripts.

The transcriptionist will collaborate with team members and use transcription tools, such as foot pedals and transcription software, to ensure efficient and consistent outcomes.

Key responsibilities

Transcriptionists handle diverse projects that require exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Key duties include:

Audio transcription. Accurately transcribe audio recordings, such as podcasts, dictations, and business meetings, into written documents.

Proofreading and editing. Review transcripts for grammar, punctuation, and formatting errors to ensure high-quality output.

Timestamps and subtitles. Add timestamps to audio recordings or create subtitles for video content, ensuring alignment with spoken words.

Specialized transcription. Perform medical transcription using medical terminology or legal transcription for depositions, court reporters, or legal proceedings.

Playback tools and software. Use transcription tools such as foot pedals, transcription software, and word processing programs to enhance productivity.

Background noise management. Identify and account for background noise in audio files to ensure accurate transcripts.

Real-time transcription. Provide on-the-spot transcription for live webinars, business meetings, or legal depositions as needed.

Qualifications and skills

Ideal candidates for this role possess a strong skill set, including:

Education. A high school diploma or equivalent is required; certification programs in transcription are preferred.

Work experience. Experience in medical transcription, legal transcription, or general transcription work is a strong advantage.

Technical skills. Proficiency with transcription tools, such as Rev or similar transcription software, and experience with audio playback tools like foot pedals.

Typing speed. Strong typing skills with speeds of 60 words per minute for efficient transcription work.

Soft skills. Excellent listening skills, attention to detail, and strong time management for meeting deadlines.

Our Mission Statement
The Work-Family Connection is a 501c3, not-for-profit educational organization committed to providing high-quality services that continually respond to the emerging needs of children, families, schools and communities.
Our programs, operated on school grounds for the convenience of families, include Before and After School Programs, Virtual Learning Centers, Extended Day Pre-K & Kindergarten, Vacation/Holiday, and Summer Camps. Parents and caregivers particularly appreciate our flexible pick-up times, days per week and drop-in options.
Child Safety
The Work-Family Connection is known for high standards of excellence. Our programs are licensed and nationally accredited with qualified, nurturing staff.
Our staff are required to fulfill 10-20 hours of training per year and are First Aid and CPR certified.
All staff members are required to go through extensive screening prior to their employment with us. This includes fingerprint background checks, Child Abuse checks, reference and prior employment checks, and medical clearance.
Programs are educational and recreational in nature, providing extended learning opportunities while the students are having FUN!
Our History
2019
30th Anniversary Celebration!
WFC is celebrating their 30th Anniversary this year! There will be a celebration event taking place at the Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club in Bedminster, NJ on September 29, 2019.
2014
WFC Celebrated its 25 Year Anniversary!
To celebrate, WFC partnered with local businesses to host family dinner nights, gift basket giveaways, and much more. They provided school staff luncheons for the schools that they partner with in Hunterdon, Warren, Morris and Union counties, as well as thanking the Board of Education, their staff, and families! WFC continues to participate in community days and events, and always supports their community at every chance they can get.
2008
Launched Administrative Services for districts operating their own Programs.
Many districts had their own before and after school programs, but needed assistance with the administrative portion of their programs. WFC had the experience to take over these tasks, so the district could focus on the students and the programs. WFC still offers these services!
2006
NJAfter3 Grant for Roselle Park
Work-Family Connection was awarded the NJAfter3 grants for Roselle Park Schools. NJAfter3, or New Jersey After 3, is the State’s largest corporate sponsored organization to give grants to nonprofits specializing in after school programs.
2004
First NJAfter3 Grant
WFC was the first organization to be selected by NJAfter3 to receive a grant. The qualifications to be selected were rigorous. Chancellor Avenue School and Florence Avenue School were the first WFC locations to receive the grants.
2000
The Start of WFC Scholarships
WFC started giving out $2,000 scholarships to alumni students who are heading to college! The scholarships are open to high school seniors who have attended WFC programs during their elementary and/or middle school years. We look forward to reading these essays every year and hosting WFC Scholarship Ceremonies!
2000
WFC Selected to Help Develop Standards
WFC was 1 of 26 organizations nation-wide that was selected to help research, develop and test the National Quality Standards for School-Age programs. These standards identify excellence and high-quality in after school programs. To this day, WFC follows these standards in all of our programs.
1992
First Year of Summer Camp
First year of summer camp, held in Clinton Township. Our first summer camp field trip was to Dorney Park, and we have been going every year since! Our signature tye-dye camp shirts were originally chosen by our students. It is a fun way that the staff can recognize our students on field trips, and they are fun to wear in the summer!
1990
Our Founder Helps Develop Regulations
Our Founder, Aurora Pipeling, led the State of NJ in developing State Licensing regulations for After School Programs. Prior to her efforts, there were no State standards or evaluations. WFC was the first program to initiate the requirement of fingerprinting and background checks for School-Age Child Care programs
1989 - The Work-Family Connection was founded
WFC was founded in Hunterdon County. Our first program was held in the Clinton Township School District at Patrick McGaheran School, with only 10 students!

Pay: $28 - $30 / hour

Pay:

• Safety bonus

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance

Job Type: fulltime, parttime

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education: High school degree

Work location: This is a remote position