R- 9867 Reference#116360052514500

Posting Date: April 24, 2024

Candidates who are blind or visually impaired and/or deaf or hard of hearing are encouraged to apply for this position and may be given preference in hiring as permitted by federal laws. Information related to disability is not required, and if disclosed voluntarily, will be used only in AIDB’s efforts to create opportunities for individuals with exceptionalities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment.

POSITION: Staff Interpreter

Birmingham Regional Center | Office of Field Services

ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND

The Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world’s most comprehensive education, rehabilitation and service program serving individuals of all ages who are Deaf, Blind, DeafBlind and multidisabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 36,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our employees are among the organization’s most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our Mission makes AIDB a unique place to work.

The Birmingham Regional Center provides a continuum of services to individuals from infancy through adulthood. Our Staff Interpreters provide interpreting services, sign language instruction, and community education workshops and training sessions. They interpret for Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing individuals and groups in legal, business, medical, personal, and/or service delivery settings within AIDB and the community. Staff interpreters assist the Interpreter Coordinator in securing interpreting agreements with various community agencies and making presentations to various agencies and groups about deaf awareness and interpreting services. You may also assist with periodic in-service meetings and trainings, maintaining an interpreting database, scheduling, billing, and payroll.

ABOUT YOU

You will play a vital role to ensure that AIDB’s culture is reinforced and that employees feel connected, recognized and proud to be a part of the company. You will play a vital role in the lives of our consumers and be a part of the miracles that happen every day at AIDB. This will be accomplished by demonstrating flexibility, positive attitude and professional maturity.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess and maintain Alabama Interpreter Licensure upon employment.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws related to interpreting.
• Valid driver’s license, an automobile for use on the job, and liability insurance in effect
• Must possess a minimum entry sign language proficiency level of ADVANCED according to AIDB evaluation system (SLPI/SCPI) upon hire.
• Must provide documentation of sign language proficiency evaluation (SLPI available through AIDB).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• One (1) year or more of formal work experience interpreting for the Deaf/DeafBlind.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

· Possess a minimum entry sign language proficiency level of ADVANCED according to AIDB evaluation system (SLPI/SCPI); and ADVANCED PLUS must be obtained within the first thirty -six (36) months of employment.

· Provide interpreting services and assist the Interpreter Coordinator as needed.

· Must be willing to travel on a daily basis.

· Willing and able to work flexible schedules to include holidays, nights, and weekends

· Assist in planning and participate in all regional center activities, i.e., White Cane, Deaf Awareness, educational workshops, social/community events, and/or statewide programs.

· Enter current consumer information into a database as needed for consumer demographics.

· Perform other duties as assigned by the Regional Director.

· Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB."

BENEFITS: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Available

Alabama State TRS Retirement

Deferred Compensation Options Available

Paid Time Off

SALARY: $47,008 - $73,008 Scale PI Rank PI Renewable Permit

$52,000 - $83,200 Scale PI Rank L1 Licensed Alabama Interpreter

$62,400 - $93,600 Scale PI Rank M1 Master’s in Interpreting

This position is eligible for the following annual incentives.

Specialization Incentive Pay

RID recognized certification $5,000

Mental-Health-Q $2,500

Legal (SC: L), other $2,500

260 Days; Direct deposit is required; bi-monthly payroll

This is an exempt position and is not subject to overtime and/or compensatory time provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: Open Until Filled

Click Below to Apply:

https://al.harrisschool.solutions/AIDB/S/Application

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $47,008.00 - $93,600.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

• Birmingham, AL 35222: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person