Prisma International is actively seeking qualified, professional Interpreters, to join our team as Independent Contractors. As an Interpreter at Prisma, you will be supporting Prisma International’s Government clients with on-site interpretation (OSI) assignments.
On-Site Interpreters Needed for Interpretation Between English and the Following Languages:
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Please note: This work requires a Washington State Patrol background check and residency in the state of Washington. If you've previously undergone a detailed Washington State Patrol background check (or higher clearance), you would be eligible for a fast-tracked security screening process.
Job Description:
Ideal Candidate shall be able to provide:
- Experience with consecutive or simultaneous on-site interpretation between a government representative and non-English speakers
- Polite forms of expression, enunciation, and a high-level of customer service.
- Deliver correct concepts and meanings between speaker and the Limited English Proficient (LEP) speaker.
- Correct grammar, clarity and tones between the two languages.
- Experience with following the speakers’ direction, professionally interject when clarification is needed, and manage the flow of a conversation.
- Refrain from side conversations with the LEP and entering into any disagreement with the customer or LEP
- Compliance with applicable ethics and standards
- Experience in the healthcare, legal, medical, government or court industries.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- At least one (1) year of on-site consecutive or simultaneous interpreting experience
- Two (2) professional references that can vouch for your work as an on-site consecutive or simultaneous interpreter
- Minimum age: Must be 18+ years or older
- Minimum education: Must have High School Diploma
- Must reside within the state of Washington
- Full fluency in English and demonstrated native or near-native level proficiency in target language
- Able to provide at least one of the following accreditations:
- Washington State Department of Social Health Services (DSHS) Language Testing and Certification (LTC).
- American Translation Association (ATA)
- Trained or accredited through a higher education institution
SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:
Interpreters must have an active Washington State Patrol background check OR be able to provide a background clearance greater than a Washington State Patrol background check.
DESIRED SKILLS:
- Experience working with Washington State agencies such as WA Department of L&I, WA State Patrol, WA Department of Agriculture, WA Department of Commerce, etc.