Sign Language Interpreter - VRS - Part Time - Austin, Texas

Sign Language Interpreter - VRS
- Part Time
- Austin, Texas

Job Category:
Interpreting

Location:

Austin, TX (In Center)

Salary Range: $25-$60 (depending on location, education, and certifications)

Hours Requirement: 10 hours minimum of interpreting services required per month.

Shifts available Monday-Saturday, 7am-7pm MT. (If selected and hired you will initially be asked to work at least one shift either Monday, Friday or Saturday)

• Premium shifts offered to boost hourly wage
• Earn CEUs
• Opportunity for annual certification, testing and membership/licensure reimbursement up to 100% based on average hours worked
• 401(k) plans with employer contribution
• No scripts
• Company-wide network:
  Transfer and visiting interpreter opportunities to any of the centers across the US
• Ability to pass required skills assessment
• High school diploma or GED
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree (preferred but not required)
• Interpreter certification (as required by local regulations)
• 3 years’ experience as an interpreter (preferred but not required)
• Ability to troubleshoot basic technical issues
• Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, highly regulated and customer service focused environment
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, tools and other computer components

• Effectively interpret between American Sign Language (ASL) and spoken English.
• Maintain compliance with any national, state, or local licensure and/or certification requirements.
• Demonstrate full compliance with Sorenson standards and policies, FCC regulations, and the RID Code of Professional Conduct.
• Demonstrate full compliance with Sorenson Communications attendance policy.
• Accurately complete assigned tasks, duties, projects and paperwork promptly and within approved guidelines.
• Maintain a flexible work schedule to meet the demands of the VRS industry.
• Quickly learn and implement new and changing technologies.
• Work effectively in a team environment; receive support from and provide support to colleagues.
• Work effectively in an environment with oversight that may include call monitoring, mentoring and evaluations.
• Work effectively in a fast paced, dynamic, highly regulated environment.
• Enhance interpreting skills through continued education and training.
• Demonstrate willingness and ability to complete additional duties and assignments on an ongoing basis.

• Diploma or higher in high school or related field.
• 3 years of interpreting experience (previous VRS experience preferred).
• Interpreter certification as required by local regulations.
• Experience with Video Relay Service (preferred).

Sorenson Communications is an EOE, Disability/Age Employer.

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