*** Pashto Interpreter, PRN hours ***
Purpose:
Provides interpretation during visits and at other program related activities as needed and assigned.
Responsibilities:
- Provides interpretation/translation during visits as needed and assigned.
- Completes accurate, timely and confidential documentation/records as assigned. Examples include, but not limited to timecard entry, OPS calendar, database and mileage.
- Participates in mandatory agency/team meetings, supervision, and other trainings/meeting as identified appropriate.
- Manages time, organization, and scheduling to the needs of the program as well as other job duties and responsibilities. Examples: response to scheduler, clients, nurses and case managers regarding assignments and message delivery.
- Complies with standards and ethical guidelines of the role of a professional/interpreter as given during onboarding and throughout employment with EveryStep.
Qualifications:
- Required: fluent written and verbal bilingual communication skills in English and languages required by the target population.
- Required: knowledge of written and oral interpretation/translation techniques. Willingness to complete or previous completion of a minimum interpreter-training program. (Equivalent examples: Basic Interpreter Training, Bridging the Gap)
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
- Ability to accept and work with diverse populations
- Ability to be flexible with a varying schedule and programmatic requirements
- Good working knowledge of community resources and accessing these resources preferred
- Ability to work effectively with a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to work with the management information system and complete data entry
- Mandatory Reporter of Child and Dependent Adult abuse training certification (within 30 days of hire)
- Successful completion of pre-employment physical, drug screen, 2-step TB test and background check
Working Conditions:
- Physical requirements: Sedentary work exerting up to 10 pounds occasionally, and/or a small amount of force frequently to move objects, including the human body
- Physical activities: Reaching, Standing, Walking, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting, Talking, Fingering (picking, pinching, typing, etc.) Hearing, Grasping (applying pressure with fingers and palm), Repetitive motions, Feeling (perceiving size, shape, texture, temperature by touching), Visual acuity (field of vision for analyzing data, viewing computer, using measurement devices, operating machines, determining accuracy or neatness, and/or making general observations)
- Environment: Work is primarily performed in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential
- Time: Ability to be flexible with a varying schedule and programmatic requirements
- Travel: Required between locations
These characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. You may be required to perform other duties to meet the on-going needs of the organization.
EveryStep is an equal opportunity employer. Employment practices are implemented without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, genetic information or on the basis of age or physical or mental disability unrelated to ability to perform the work required.
About EveryStep
One of Iowa’s oldest nonprofits, EveryStep has provided health care and community services since 1908. Our team of experts are driven by a single purpose - to care for people and connect them with support at every step of their journey. Each year, we help thousands of Iowans cope in times of crisis and move forward with stability, dignity, and hope.
The diversity and breadth of our programs ensure that we can meet a variety of needs at once and provide ongoing assistance over time. More than 30 programs and services:
- Deliver in-home care to people who are ill, injured, or facing the end of life
- Offer compassionate support to families experiencing grief and loss
- Assist new and expecting parents and support the healthy development of young children
- Help Iowans navigate complicated health care and social systems
- Walk alongside refugees and immigrants arriving in our community
- Bring wellness services to places where people are
Serving Iowa from 11 locations, nearly 400 employees and hundreds of volunteers are committed to EveryStep’s mission: We empower individuals, support families, and strengthen communities. There is at least one EveryStep program available to residents in every Iowa county. Every program is important and contributes to our mission.
EveryStep is an equal opportunity employer. Employment practices are implemented without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, genetic information or on the basis of age or physical or mental disability unrelated to ability to perform the work required.
