手语翻译员
ASL Interpreter
Overview
Cayuse Language Connect, LLC 寻求一位技能娴熟且敬业的美国手语（ASL）翻译，为聋人和听力人士之间的有效沟通提供高质量的 ASL 翻译服务。理想的候选人将在教育、法律、医疗、环境和社会服务等多个领域进行翻译，确保无障碍、专业性和遵守职业道德标准。
该职位的所有职责均按照 Cayuse 的使命、愿景和核心价值观执行。
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- 为一对一交流、团体场合以及线上或线下会议提供准确的 ASL 到英语和英语到 ASL 的翻译服务。
- 在多种场景中促进沟通，包括但不限于教育、医疗、法律程序和社区服务。
- 在需要时使用视频远程翻译（VRI）和其他技术提供高质量的远程翻译服务。
- 严格保密并遵守美国聋人翻译协会（RID）的职业行为准则。
- 与聋人人士、同事和组织人员协作，提供无缝的沟通服务。
- 执行其他语言支持任务。
Qualifications
Qualifications – Here’s What You Need
- 至少 5 年以上在相关领域（如教育、医疗、社区或法律）的专业 ASL 翻译经验。
- 本科及以上学历，主修美国手语（ASL）、语言学、聋人研究或相关专业者优先。
- 必须持有以下一项或多项专业认证：
- 美国聋人翻译协会（RID）认证。
- 翻译评估委员会（BEI）认证。
- 认证聋人翻译（CDI）认证，或同等资格。
Minimum Skills
- 精通 ASL 和英语，具备出色的理解力、词汇量和文化意识。
- 深入了解聋人文化，并能以尊重和有效的方式与聋人社区互动。
- 具备在复杂或敏感的沟通中保持专业性、谨慎和同理心的能力。
- 在远程和线下环境中长时间工作的身体耐力和专注力。
- 优秀的社交技能、人际交往能力和社会洞察力。
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Overview
Cayuse Language Connect, LLC, is seeking a skilled and dedicated American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter to provide high-quality ASL interpretation services to support effective communication between Deaf and hearing individuals. The ideal candidate will interpret scenarios across diverse fields such as education, legal, medical, environmental, and social services, ensuring accessibility, professionalism, and adherence to ethical standards.
The position performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of Cayuse.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Provide accurate ASL-to-English and English-to-ASL interpretation for one-on-one interactions, group settings, and virtual or in-person meetings.
- Facilitate communication in a variety of settings, including but not limited to education, healthcare, legal proceedings, and community services.
- Utilize Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) and other technologies to deliver high-quality remote interpretation services when required.
- Maintain strict confidentiality and adherence to ethical standards outlined by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID Code of Professional Conduct).
- Work collaboratively with Deaf individuals, colleagues, and organizational personnel to deliver seamless communication.
- Perform other language support tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
Qualifications – Here’s What You Need
- Minimum 5+ years of professional ASL interpreting experience in one or more relevant fields (e.g., education, medical, community, or legal).
- Bachelor’s Degree in American Sign Language (ASL), Linguistics, Deaf Studies, or a related field is strongly preferred.
- Must hold one or more of the following professional certifications:
- Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) certification.
- Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI) certification.
- Certified Deaf Interpreter (CDI) certification, or equivalent.
Minimum Skills
- Fluency in ASL and English, with exceptional comprehension, vocabulary, and cultural awareness.
- Thorough understanding of the Deaf culture, and the ability to engage with the Deaf community effectively and respectfully.
- Strong ability to manage complex or sensitive communication exchanges with professionalism, discretion, and empathy.
- Physical stamina and mental focus for extended interpreting sessions in both remote and in-person environments.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills, social awareness, and sensitivity to cultural nuances.
- Familiarity with virtual interpreting platforms (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or VRI tools) for remote assignments.
- Must pass a background check and comply with additional client or project-specific screenings during employment as required.
- Travel availability to support on-site assignments when needed.
Desired Qualifications
· Bachelor’s Degree in American Sign Language (ASL), Linguistics, Deaf Studies, or a related field is strongly preferred.
- Experience interpreting in high-profile or specialized fields (e.g., federal courts, higher education, or corporate environments).
- Knowledge of tactile interpreting (e.g., for Deaf-Blind clients).
- Fluency in an additional spoken language (e.g., Spanish, French, Mandarin) alongside ASL.
Reports to: Deputy Program Manager
Working Conditions
- Must be able to be on-call, Interpreter will be notified within 48 hours of potential jobs.
- Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
- Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
- Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
- Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
- May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
- May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.
Originally posted on Himalayas