MHPSS Ukrainian Interpreter(s)
Provide interpreting support for MHPSS activities and communication needs.
Overview
Provide interpreting support for MHPSS activities and communication needs.
You have:
- Experience in interpreting for mental health services.
- Ability to assist in documentation and referrals.
- Strong communication skills in Ukrainian and English.
Job Description
Job Overview/Summary: Under the guidance and direct supervision of the MHPSS Manager, the Interpreter(s) provide support services on communication and documentation issues.
Major Responsibilities:
- To interpret during individual and group counselling sessions, as well as psycho-education activities. Interpretation for the individual sessions might also be provided remotely (phone or online). - Assist in communication between IRC staff, other staff, beneficiaries and/ or any other relevant parties - Assist in documentation and referrals - Assist in collection of information and data and case identification - Assist in planning and conducting visits at sites (, urban settings, collective accommodations and any other place where the team is operating) - Support MHPSS activities wherever they take place - Conducting administrative duties as required
Qualifications
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a challenging interpretation experience you faced and how you handled it? | This question assesses your problem-solving skills and adaptability in high-pressure situations. | Detail the situation, your role, and emphasize the outcome and lessons learned. |
| How do you ensure accuracy in your interpretation, particularly in sensitive situations? | The interviewer is looking for your techniques for maintaining clarity and precision in communication. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time when you had to interpret for a vulnerable individual; how did you ensure they felt comfortable? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to manage language barriers during group sessions? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle confidentiality and sensitive information during your interpreting work? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |