Job Description
In-Person Arabic Interpreter Location: St. Louis, MO (USA)
Position Classification: PRN (As-Needed / On-Call)
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POSITION SUMMARY This position is classified as PRN (Pro Re Nata), meaning as-needed and assignment-based. This position does not guarantee a set number of hours. Assignments are scheduled based on client demand and interpreter availability.
An Interpreter is responsible for facilitating interpretation sessions in a professional, focused manner and utilizing the necessary equipment to provide accurate and complete interpretation.
Interpreters must possess and maintain a high level of skill, proficiency, and professionalism in interpreting.
Due to the sensitive nature of much of the information processed during an interpretation session, a high degree of integrity and confidentiality must be always maintained.
Flexible on-call hours Monday - Friday, possible weekends as needed.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES - Fluency in Arabic and English and skilled in the associated cultural dynamics
- Ability to provide cultural competency and assess regional and accent differences to find ways of communicating with Limited English Proficiency speakers
- Knowledge of industry-specific terminology
- Excellent listening, retention and note-taking skills to maintain a high level of accuracy
- Facilitate many kinds of conversations - emergencies, medical procedures, legal situations
- Demonstrate full compliance with LAMP standards and policies, and the Code of Ethics
- Maintain professional standards by attending continuing education trainings to maintain the highest standards for delivery of service
- Handle conference calls when on-site interpreting is not necessary
- Willing to do drug screening, TB test, drug test, and FBI background check
- Completed Immunization Records
- Will need reliable transportation
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS - Ability to read, write and speak the target language at a native level fluency
- Proficient in both English and the target language vocabularies typically used in formal, consultative, and casual modes of communication
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communications skills
- Exude extreme professionalism through appearance, attitude, punctuality and posture
- Eligibility to work for any U.S. employer
- Work experience in language-related fields such as teaching, language assessment, translation or interpretation preferred
- Professional certification and training is a plus
- Experience in relevant areas other than interpretation (e.g. healthcare, legal) is a plus
Pre-Employment Screening All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screenings will include criminal background check and other background checks (as needed), Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, and Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination. Various positions will require physical examination, Tuberculosis screening and Hepatitis A. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
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Job Tags
Work experience placement, Casual work, Relief, Local area, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours, Weekend work