Main Responsibilities:

Must be capable of providing interpreting services through various modes of sign language and adapting to language preferences, to include American Sign Language (ASL), English interpretation, transliteration, contact sign/Pidgin Signed English (PSE), and oral transliteration
Thorough knowledge of and adherence to the RID Code of Professional Conduct
Adhere to the Center for Independent Living of South Florida Interpreting policies and procedures
Provide interpreting services for Deaf, Hard of Hearing and hearing customers in a variety of settings, including but not limited to business, social, performance, medical, legal, etc.
Provide effective communication to all parties involved
Demonstrate American Sign Language and spoken English skills across all registers
Ability to collaborate in a professional manner with all parties involved
Complete required paperwork and data entry in a timely fashion
Other duties as assigned

Certified individuals by the organizations below are preferred:

Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) - National Interpreter Certification (NIC) at any level (NIC, NIC Advanced or NIC Master level)
National Association of the Deaf (NAD) - Level III (Generalist), Level IV (Advanced), or Level V (Master)

(Transliteration/Interpreting) combined with a minimum of 3 years of interpreting experience

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

Possess fluent and effective ASL and English language skills
Exhibit and maintain professional and ethical behavior at all times according to the RID Code of Professional Conduct
Reliable transportation
Fluency in Spanish or Creole is a plus
Must be 18 years old or older to apply

Job Type: Contract

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