Lead American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter
(Deaf/Hard of Hearing/DeafBlind Program)
Hours: Full-Time (40 hrs/wk), flexible schedule to meet the needs of the program/agency
Responsibilities:
The Lead American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter will promote the Leadership, Engagement, and Advocacy for Deaf Empowerment and Resilience. This role is responsible for providing communication access to Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind individuals within the agency. This will include ASL and/or Tactile/Pro-Tactile interpretation to agency staff and residents, interpreting spoken and written content into ASL content for those who need the accommodation, and interpreting ASL content into spoken English content for those who need translation. Additionally, this role will provide guidance for staff and agency individuals regarding communication access. Assisting with the coordination of interpreting and Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) services for agency trainings, events, and meetings will be valuable. Assist in transforming agency policies and pertinent information to be more accessible for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and/or DeafBlind staff.
Required Qualifications/Skills/Training:
● Minimum 1 year of successful interpreter experience
● Successfully completed Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (MCDHH) Interpreter Screening
● National Association for the Deaf (NAD) Level IV; National Interpreter Certification (NIC), preferred
● Actively on the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID)
● Ability to communicate by gestures and other non-verbal modes
● Knowledge and awareness of Deaf culture, cultural diversity, and knowledge of Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind service delivery system
● Proficiency in written English and competent in computer applications; some remote work possible
● Ability to establish a positive rapport with individuals from different ethnic, cultural, and/or economic backgrounds
● Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
● Ability to work both collaboratively and independently
**Specific trainings will be provided as required
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