What are the responsibilities and job description for the AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE STAFF INTERPRETER position at Perspectives Corporation?
Interpreting Department
$40 - $ 50 base rate dependent on experience and credentials
Excellent Benefits Package
Great team to work with
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OVERVIEW
An ASL Staff Interpreter effectively interprets between American Sign Language, spoken English, to fulfil the mission of Perspectives Corporation. All policies and procedures are guided by Perspectives Mission, Core Values and Philosophies.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or equivalent and preferred 3 years of experience working as a sign language interpreter.
• Must hold a certificate in sign language interpretation from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, Inc., CASLI, LLC, National Association for the Deaf (NAD 4/5), Board of Evaluators for Interpreters (BEI Advanced/Master), or accepted state screening.
• Must also have (or be eligible for) a license issued by the RI Board of Examiners for the Deaf through the RI Department of Health and must maintain such credentials as a condition of employment.
• Knowledge of technology used in Deaf community.
• Must have good interpersonal and communication skills.
o Knowledge of the National Association of the Deaf (NAD)-Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Code of Professional Conduct.
o Knowledge of Deaf culture and cultural experiences associated with deafness.
o Must be a self-starter.
• Must be comfortable working with a team of interpreters, Deaf or hearing.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's Degree in Interpreting, Linguistics, Deaf Studies, or related field.
• Knowledge of the Google platform
• Must participate in collegial supervision.
BENEFITS
In addition to a creative and collaborative work environment, Perspectives offers a generous benefits package that includes:
CAREER ADVANCEMENT
At Perspectives, we listen to people's ideas, see their talents, and assume unlimited potential. We invest in our employees and support their career development by providing the resources to make it happen!
Here are just a few ways we give back to our dedicated professionals:
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$40 - $ 50 base rate dependent on experience and credentials
Excellent Benefits Package
Great team to work with
APPLY
OVERVIEW
An ASL Staff Interpreter effectively interprets between American Sign Language, spoken English, to fulfil the mission of Perspectives Corporation. All policies and procedures are guided by Perspectives Mission, Core Values and Philosophies.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Professionalism, Ethics & Workplace Behaviors
- Interpreting Service
- Policy Compliance, Confidentiality and Respect
- Organizational & Task Management
- Deaf & Hard of Hearing Specialty
- Professional Development & Well-Being
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or equivalent and preferred 3 years of experience working as a sign language interpreter.
• Must hold a certificate in sign language interpretation from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, Inc., CASLI, LLC, National Association for the Deaf (NAD 4/5), Board of Evaluators for Interpreters (BEI Advanced/Master), or accepted state screening.
• Must also have (or be eligible for) a license issued by the RI Board of Examiners for the Deaf through the RI Department of Health and must maintain such credentials as a condition of employment.
• Knowledge of technology used in Deaf community.
• Must have good interpersonal and communication skills.
o Knowledge of the National Association of the Deaf (NAD)-Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Code of Professional Conduct.
o Knowledge of Deaf culture and cultural experiences associated with deafness.
o Must be a self-starter.
• Must be comfortable working with a team of interpreters, Deaf or hearing.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's Degree in Interpreting, Linguistics, Deaf Studies, or related field.
• Knowledge of the Google platform
• Must participate in collegial supervision.
BENEFITS
In addition to a creative and collaborative work environment, Perspectives offers a generous benefits package that includes:
- Flexible schedules
- Paid training and mentor programs
- Employee incentive programs
- Generous paid time off
- Verizon, AAA and health club discounts
- Medical and dental benefits
- 401k savings plan
CAREER ADVANCEMENT
At Perspectives, we listen to people's ideas, see their talents, and assume unlimited potential. We invest in our employees and support their career development by providing the resources to make it happen!
Here are just a few ways we give back to our dedicated professionals:
- Tuition reimbursement
- Management "in-training" programs
- American Sign Language (ASL) classes
- Mindfulness Training
- DSP Mentor Program
- National DSP (NADSP) Certification
- CPR Certification
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Salary : $40 - $50