Support Services Assistant; Interpreter

Support Services Assistant (Interpreter)

This is a re-advertisement for Support Services Assistant (Interpreter). If you previously applied for JC-417176, you do not need to submit another application, as you will still be considered. Please see, special requirement, examination information below. Position is for 11 months from August to June with eligibility for an additional 1 month to be paid by State Special School Benefits through Unemployment Insurance.

A Support Services Assistant (Interpreter), under direct supervision, facilitates communication between deaf and hearing persons; serves as interpreter; accompanies staff members to places of business/school where services are otherwise unavailable; performs interpreting services individually or in group settings, including hearings, for an audience, at an assembly or meeting, or for students/clients who are CSDR students or State employees; may perform other services unique to deaf and hard of hearing persons and other job-related services as required.

Abide by the Interpreter Code of Ethics as established by the Registry of Interpreters of the Deaf, Inc. or similar. Work as a team player with the other staff, find solutions to problems, and improve the quality of services from the department. Assist in the scheduling of interpreters and gathering of information for contracting outside interpreting services for CSDR students/DOR clients.

May perform simple clerical tasks such as filing, light typing, handling of paperwork and form completion.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.