Sign Language Interpreter - VRS - Part Time Nova Scotia

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

Location:

Halifax, NS

Shifts:

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

Benefits of interpreting with Sorenson:

Flexible Scheduling

Premium shifts offered to boost hourly wage

Earn CEU’s

Opportunity for annual certification, testing and membership/licensure reimbursement up to % based on average hours worked

Enrollment in RRSP/DPSP and access to retirement planning

No scripts

Resiliency/Vicarious Trauma resources available at no cost

Company-wide Network

Transfer and visiting interpreter opportunities to any of the centers across Canada

A successful candidate will have:

Ability to pass our required skills assessment

A high school diploma or GED

An associate’s or bachelor’s degree (preferred, but not required)

Interpreter certification (as required by local regulations)

years’ experience working 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 to handle other computer components

Regular and predictable attendance

Job Snapshot:
Sorenson Communications is expanding our Video Relay Service (As a result, we are seeking Interpreters to provide Sign-to-Voice and Voice-to-Sign interpreting services. Full and part-time positions are available in the US and in Canada.)

Responsibilities:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities in ASL:

Effectively interpret between American Sign Language (ASL) and spoken English

Maintain, as applicable, 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

The ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, in order to meet the demands of the VRS industry, is essential for this position.

Possess the ability to quickly learn and implement new and changing technologies

Work effectively in a team environment; receive support from and provide support to colleagues

Possess the ability to work effectively in an environment with oversight that may include, but is not limited to call monitoring, mentoring and evaluations

Possess the ability to work effectively in a fast paced, dynamic, highly regulated environment

Enhance interpreting skills through continued education training

Demonstrate willingness and ability to complete additional duties and assignments on an on-going basis

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Sorenson Communications is an EOE, Disability/Age Employer.

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