Interpreter
Provide accurate interpretation for LEP individuals.
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Overview
Provide accurate interpretation for LEP individuals.
You have:
- High school diploma strongly preferred.
- Interpretation certification preferred.
- Relevant professional interpretation experience preferred.
- Experience working with refugee and/or immigrant populations strongly preferred.
Major Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Provide accurate, impartial, and confidential interpretation to LEP individuals and service providers in a variety of settings, including clinics, hospitals, schools, community-based organizations, and government agencies. Services may be rendered in-person, via telephone, videoconference, or other virtual means.
• Track assignments and work hours within designated software.
• Participate in trainings and assessments.
• May support special projects and initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Education and Certifications:
• High school diploma strongly preferred.
• Interpretation certification preferred.
Work Experience:
• Relevant professional interpretation experience preferred.
• Experience working with refugee and/or immigrant populations strongly preferred.
Demonstrated Skills & Competencies:
• Cultural sensitivity; ability to build trust with clients, colleagues, and partners.
• Proficient in English, both spoken and written.
• Spoken proficiency in Arabic.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work product.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Reliable transportation to appointment locations.
Working Environment:
• Must be available for in-person interpretation in the San Diego area.
• May require occasional weekend and/or evening work.
Compensation:
Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.
US Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $143 per month, dental starting at $6.50 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.
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Qualifications
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you had to interpret for a challenging case? | The interviewer wants to assess your ability to handle difficult situations and maintain professionalism. | Provide a specific example that illustrates your skills in managing challenges while staying impartial. |
| How do you ensure accuracy in your interpretation work? | This question evaluates your attention to detail and work ethic. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to build trust with clients from diverse backgrounds? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you keep up with the latest terminology and trends in interpretation? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of how you've dealt with a misunderstanding during an interpretation session? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
Added 1 year ago
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Updated 1 year ago
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Source:
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