Salary Range: $25-$60 (depending on location, education, and certifications)
Location: Lubbock, TX
Hours Requirement: Minimum of 10 hours of interpreting services per month (at leadership's discretion).
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Benefits of interpreting with Sorenson:
* Flexible Scheduling
* Choose your preferred work assignments
* Pay for both canceled and replacement assignments within the same timeframe
* Reimbursements for parking, tolls, and mileage for all assignments
* Paid travel time between Sorenson community assignments
* Differentials for Night, Graveyard, Weekend, and Legal assignments
* Tax withholding and direct deposit payments
* Employee benefits such as yearly professional development stipend (with minimum weekly hours), 24/7 Telehealth
* Auto-enrollment in 401K and access to retirement planning
* Group rates for vision, dental, short-term disability, life, accident, and critical illness insurance, EAP
Candidate Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities in ASL: https://vimeo.com/user/17335376/folder/21690227?isPrivate=false
* Ability to pass our skills assessment
* High school diploma or GED
* Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred but not required
* Interpreter certification
* 3 years' interpreting experience preferred but not required
* Ability to travel independently within the metropolitan area, with access to a vehicle, valid driver's license, and insurance
Job Snapshot:
Job Summary in ASL: https://vimeo.com/user/17335376/folder/21690227?isPrivate=false
Sorenson Communications seeks part-time Deaf and hearing interpreters to provide high-quality services across multiple locations. Hours will align with community demand.
Applicants must demonstrate excellent language skills in ASL and English and provide excellent customer service. All applicants must pass a skills screening.
Responsibilities:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities in ASL: https://vimeo.com/user/17335376/folder/21690227?isPrivate=false
* Interpret effectively between ASL and spoken English (hearing interpreters)
* Interpret between ASL, Tactile ASL, other visual communication forms, and written English (Deaf interpreters)
* Follow Sorenson policies, procedures, and NAD-RID Code of Conduct
* Provide excellent customer service professionally and respectfully
* Work effectively with colleagues and support team members
* Meet performance and customer service expectations with minimal supervision
* Continue education and training to enhance skills
* Maintain compliance with licensure and certification requirements
* Maintain a flexible schedule to meet community needs
* Work effectively in diverse, fast-paced environments
* Adhere to attendance requirements
* Represent Sorenson professionally in the field
* Mentor interns when appropriate
* Be punctual and prepared for engagements
* Adapt to assignment changes flexibly
* Use technology for reporting and billing
* Complete additional duties as assigned
About Us:
* Sorenson is dedicated to providing 24/7 communication access, connecting people through innovative technology and excellent service.
* Offers Video Relay Service (VRS) and interpreting services in multiple languages, including onsite and remote options.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Sorenson is an EOE, Disability/Age Employer. Applicants will be notified of their rights under federal employment laws. For more information, review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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