What are the responsibilities and job description for the ASL Interpreter position at The Custom Group of Companies?
American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter
New York, NY
6 Months
$50.00
Key Responsibilities
All selected candidates will be required to successfully complete a Level 1 Security Clearance prior to assignment.
Depending on future project requirements, candidates may also be asked to undergo a Level 2 Enhanced Security Clearance process.
New York, NY
6 Months
$50.00
Key Responsibilities
- Provide accurate and effective American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation for meetings, training sessions, workshops, and special events.
- Support both in-person and virtual events, adapting interpretation methods as needed to ensure clear communication in various environments.
- Participate in required training sessions, orientation activities, and interpreter briefings.
- Collaborate with event organizers, program staff, and other stakeholders to understand event objectives and communication needs.
- Maintain professional standards of conduct, ethics, confidentiality, and impartiality while performing interpreting services.
- Arrive prepared and on time for scheduled assignments and training activities.
- Assist in creating an inclusive and accessible environment for Deaf and Hard of Hearing participants.
- Demonstrated experience providing professional American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation services.
- Strong receptive and expressive ASL communication skills.
- Ability to interpret accurately and effectively in both virtual and face-to-face settings.
- Must be based within the New York City metropolitan area and able to travel to onsite events as required.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
- Reliable internet connection and appropriate technology for virtual interpreting assignments.
- National and/or state interpreter certification preferred.
- Experience supporting corporate, government, educational, training, or public-sector events.
- Familiarity with accessibility best practices and accommodations for Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals.
- Ability to adapt quickly to different subject matters and event formats.
- Minimum commitment of 2–4 hours per month.
- Participation may include scheduled interpretation assignments, training sessions, and related program activities.
- Additional hours may become available based on organizational needs and event schedules.
All selected candidates will be required to successfully complete a Level 1 Security Clearance prior to assignment.
Depending on future project requirements, candidates may also be asked to undergo a Level 2 Enhanced Security Clearance process.
Salary : $50