Face to Face Interpreter – Nepali

Access 2 Interpreters, LLC. • Columbus, OH

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Access 2 Interpreters, LLC is seeking an English–Nepali interpreter for face-to-face assignments in the Central Ohio area. Interpreters assist people during medical, social service, and other appointments. This position is for in-person interpretation, not video or telephone interpretation.

As a contractor, you choose your own schedule and can accept as many or as few available assignments as you like. Assignments are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, although most are requested during business hours. Higher rates may be offered to interpreters with more experience. Previous professional interpreting experience is not required.

Requirements

• Be located in the Central Ohio area.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Be eligible to work in the United States.
• Pass a federal fingerprint-based criminal background check and a 10-panel drug screening; both are provided at no cost to the applicant.
• Provide proof of completion of at least 40 hours of accredited interpreter training, such as Bridging the Gap, Access 2 Interpreters' Access Academy, court interpretation training, or an interpretation certificate or degree from an accredited college or university.
• Provide certification of bilingual proficiency or pay for and complete a third-party bilingual fluency evaluation through an accredited testing and evaluation organization.
• Speak English and Nepali.

Nice To Haves

• More interpreting experience may qualify an applicant for higher rates.
• Previous professional interpretation experience is welcome but not required.
• English as a second language is welcome.

Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face interpretation during medical, social service, and other appointments.
• Accept available assignments according to your chosen schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED