Job Title: Interpreter Contractor (In-Person, On-Site)
Job Summary: We are seeking skilled and professional Interpreter Contractors to provide in-person (on-site) interpretation services throughout Washington State. This role includes all spoken languages and dialects, as well as American Sign Language (ASL). Interpreters will facilitate effective communication between clients and service providers, maintaining confidentiality, accuracy, and cultural sensitivity.
Responsibilities:
- Provide accurate and impartial interpretation services in various professional settings including healthcare, legal, educational, social services, and community meetings.
- Ensure clear and precise communication by conveying messages faithfully, without additions, omissions, or modifications.
- Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all interpreted communications and sensitive information.
- Adhere to ethical guidelines, professional standards, and compliance regulations.
- Prepare appropriately by familiarizing oneself with subject-specific terminology prior to appointments.
- Submit timely and accurate documentation, including job completion forms and interpreter service logs.
- Communicate promptly with scheduling coordinators regarding appointment confirmations, changes, or cancellations.
Qualifications:
- Fluency in English and at least one additional spoken language or American Sign Language (ASL).
- Proficiency in interpreting techniques and familiarity with professional standards of practice.
- Relevant certification or training, such as Washington State DSHS, RID, CCHI, NBCMI, or equivalent, is preferred.
- Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to various locations across Washington State.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong understanding of cultural nuances and ability to convey messages accurately and respectfully.
- Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and impartiality at all times.
Compensation:
- Competitive pay rates based on certification, experience, and specific language or dialect.
Working Conditions:
- Variable hours based on client requests and appointment availability.
- Work settings vary and may include medical facilities, courtrooms, educational institutions, government agencies, and community organizations.
Application Requirements:
- Resume highlighting interpreting experience and relevant certifications.
- Proof of interpreter certification or training completion, if applicable.
- Two professional references.
We encourage interpreters fluent in diverse languages and dialects, including ASL interpreters, to apply and support effective communication across Washington State.
Spoken Languages and Dialects:
Afrikaans, Albanian, Amharic, Arabic, Armenian, Assamese, Azerbaijani, Bambara, Bengali, Bosnian, Bulgarian, Burmese, Cambodian (Khmer), Cantonese, Catalan, Cebuano, Chichewa, Chin (Hakha), Chin (Falam), Chin (Mizo), Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dari, Dutch, Estonian, Ewe, Farsi (Persian), Filipino, Finnish, Flemish, French, French Creole, Fulani, Georgian, German, Greek, Gujarati, Haitian Creole, Hausa, Hebrew, Hindi, Hmong, Hungarian, Icelandic, Igbo, Indonesian, Italian, Jamaican Creole, Japanese, Javanese, Kannada, Karen, Kazakh, Khmer, Kikuyu, Kinyarwanda, Korean, Kurdish, Lao, Latvian, Lithuanian, Macedonian, Malagasy, Malay, Malayalam, Mandarin, Marathi, Mauritian Creole, Mongolian, Nepali, Nigerian Creole, Norwegian, Oromo, Pashto, Polish, Portuguese, Punjabi, Romanian, Russian, Serbian, Seychellois Creole, Shona, Sinhalese, Slovak, Slovenian, Somali, Spanish, Sundanese, Swahili, Swedish, Tagalog, Tajik, Tamil, Telugu, Thai, Tibetan, Tigrinya, Tok Pisin, Turkish, Twi, Ukrainian, Urdu, Uzbek, Vietnamese, Welsh, Wolof, Xhosa, Yoruba, Zulu. Other languages and dialects not listed are also welcome.
Sign Languages:
American Sign Language (ASL), British Sign Language (BSL), Chinese Sign Language (CSL), French Sign Language (LSF), Mexican Sign Language (LSM), Russian Sign Language (RSL), Spanish Sign Language (LSE), Other sign languages not listed are also welcome.
Join us in making a difference through effective communication!
Job Type: Freelance
Pay: $32.00 - $100.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40 per week
Schedule:
- Choose your own hours
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- On call
- Overnight shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
