Sign Language Interpreter - VRS - Full Time

Salary Range: $25-$60 (depending on location, education, and certifications)

Location: Winnipeg, MB (In Center)

Details:

• The Full time 32 hour a week position will require that hours be worked Monday-Saturday, 7am-7pm MST.
• This position will require that 100% of the required 32 hours are worked in VRS. Anything worked above 32 hours can be worked in other job codes.
• Those selected will be required to remain in their FT position for one year. (Cannot move to PT until the year is up).

Hours Requirement: 10 hours minimum of interpreting services required per month (at leadership's discretion).

Shifts: Available hours are Monday-Saturday, 7am-7pm MT. (If selected and hired you will initially be asked to work at least one shift either Monday, Friday or Saturday)

Benefits of interpreting with Sorenson:

• Paid Vacation Time and Paid Sick Time and Paid Holidays
• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Flexible Scheduling
• Premium shifts offered to boost hourly wage
• Earn CEU’s
• Opportunity for annual certification, testing and membership/licensure reimbursement up to 100% based on average hours worked
• 401K plans with employer contribution
• No scripts
• Resiliency/Vicarious Trauma resources available at no cost
• Company-wide Network
  • Transfer and visiting interpreter opportunities to any of the centers across the US and Canada

A successful candidate will have:

• Ability to pass our required skills assessment
• A high school diploma or GED
• An associate’s or bachelor’s degree (preferred, but not required)
• Interpreter certification
• 3 years’ experience working as an interpreter (preferred, but not required)
• Ability to troubleshoot basic technical issues
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, highly regulated and customer service focused environment
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, tools and to handle other computer components
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Active membership in good standing with CASLI

Job Summary:

Sorenson Communications is expanding our Video Relay Service. As a result, we are seeking Interpreters to provide Sign-to-Voice and Voice-to-Sign interpreting services. Full and part-time positions are available in the US and in Canada.

Responsibilities:

• Effectively interpret between American Sign Language (ASL) and spoken English
• Maintain compliance with any national, state, or local licensure and/or certification requirements
• Adhere to Sorenson policies and procedures, the CASLI Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Professional Conduct or the NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct
• Demonstrate full compliance with Sorenson Communications attendance policy
• Accurately complete assigned tasks/duties, projects and paperwork promptly and within approved guidelines
• Maintain a flexible work schedule to meet the demands of the VRS industry
• Quickly learn and implement new and changing technologies
• Work effectively in a team environment; receive and provide support to colleagues
• Work effectively in an environment with oversight that may include call monitoring, mentoring, and evaluations
• Enhance interpreting skills through continued education training
• Complete additional duties and assignments on an ongoing basis

About Us:

Sorenson Communications is committed to connecting people every day through communications access 24/7/365. Our customers rely on us and our innovative technology to quickly deliver accuracy in every conversation. We are industry leaders because our customers sense our passion, care, and commitment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Sorenson Communications is an EOE, Disability/Age Employer.

Qualifications:

Education:
Required: Diploma

Experience:
Preferred: Interpreting experience (previous VRS experience preferred)