(HEALTH) Foreign Language Interpreter II
About The Position
The Sampson County Health Department is looking for a dedicated and fluent interpreter to join our WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program team. As an interpreter in our WIC department, you will play a vital role in ensuring that all services, communications, and documentation are accessible and culturally appropriate for the families we serve. Your work will help clients receive the essential food benefits they need for proper nutrition and overall well-being. This position will assist clients through accurate interpretation during appointments; conducting interviews and gathering information to determine program eligibility; issuing eWIC cards and entering data into electronic health records; supporting the team in delivering respectful, clear, and inclusive services. This position will be required to interpret in other areas of the Health Department as needed. This position will also serve as the Vendor Coordinator and will consult with our State Vendor Consultant when necessary. This position will conduct vendor monitoring at our local approved vendor stores, maintain vendor files/applications, and will facilitate annual vendor training.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- One year of experience in interpreting and translating English in a setting that requires knowledge of programs and services.
- Demonstrate interpreting fluency.
- Demonstrate accurate translation skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills in both English and the target language.
- Knowledge of ethical standards and practices in interpretation.
- Good judgment and organizational skills.
- Reading and ability to perform basic calculations.
- Filing, alphabetically and chronologically.
- Communication skills.
- Typing.
- Data entry.
- Confidentiality.
Nice To Haves
- Passion for public health and community service.
Responsibilities
- Assist clients through accurate interpretation during appointments.
- Conduct interviews and gather information to determine program eligibility.
- Issue eWIC cards and enter data into electronic health records.
- Support the team in delivering respectful, clear, and inclusive services.
- Interpret in other areas of the Health Department as needed.
- Serve as the Vendor Coordinator.
- Consult with the State Vendor Consultant when necessary.
- Conduct vendor monitoring at local approved vendor stores.
- Maintain vendor files/applications.
- Facilitate annual vendor training.
Benefits
- Full benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
