Prisma International is actively seeking qualified, professional Interpreters, to join our team as Independent Contractors. As an Interpreter at Prisma, you will be supporting Prisma International’s Government clients with on-site interpretation (OSI) assignments.

On-Site Interpreters Needed for Interpretation Between English and the Following Languages:

Please note: This work requires a Washington State Patrol background check and residency in the state of Washington. If you've previously undergone a detailed Washington State Patrol background check (or higher clearance), you would be eligible for a fast-tracked security screening process.

Job Description:

Ideal Candidate shall be able to provide:

• Experience with consecutive or simultaneous on-site interpretation between a government representative and non-English speakers
• Polite forms of expression, enunciation, and a high-level of customer service.
• Deliver correct concepts and meanings between speaker and the Limited English Proficient (LEP) speaker.
• Correct grammar, clarity and tones between the two languages.
• Experience with following the speakers’ direction, professionally interject when clarification is needed, and manage the flow of a conversation.
• Refrain from side conversations with the LEP and entering into any disagreement with the customer or LEP
• Compliance with applicable ethics and standards
• Experience in the healthcare, legal, medical, government or court industries.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• At least one (1) year of on-site consecutive or simultaneous interpreting experience
• Two (2) professional references that can vouch for your work as an on-site consecutive or simultaneous interpreter
• Minimum age: Must be 18 years or older
• Minimum education: Must have High School Diploma
• Must reside within the state of Washington
• Full fluency in English and demonstrated native or near-native level proficiency in target language
• Able to provide at least one of the following accreditations:
  • Washington State Department of Social Health Services (DSHS) Language Testing and Certification (LTC).
  • American Translation Association (ATA)
  • Trained or accredited through a higher education institution

SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:

Interpreters must have an active Washington State Patrol background check OR be able to provide a background clearance greater than a Washington State Patrol background check.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Experience working with Washington State agencies such as WA Department of L&I, WA State Patrol, WA Department of Agriculture, WA Department of Commerce, etc.