Gujarati Interpreters - Albany

Homeland Language Services • Albany, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Interpreter provides interpretation for Limited English Proficient (LEP) individuals, their families, clients, and staff in various settings, including medical, legal, educational, and social services. The Interpreter advocates for LEP individuals' access to services and provides intercultural mediation to assist professionals in delivering culturally sensitive care, support, and instruction. A commitment to exceptional customer experience, maintaining privacy and safety, and fostering teamwork is required.

Requirements

• 1+ years of interpreting experience or a successful internship program.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Fluency in both spoken and written English.
• Fluency in Gujarati (spoken and written).
• Professional-level interpreting skills.
• Ability to perform short non-publication translations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in medical, customer service, legal, or educational settings.
• Certifications such as CMI, CHI, CCHI, or completion of a 40-hour interpreting course.
• Native-level fluency in Gujarati.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpretation for Limited English Proficient (LEP) individuals, their families, clients, and staff.
• Interpret in medical, legal, educational, and social services settings.
• Advocate for LEP individuals' access to services.
• Provide intercultural mediation to assist professionals in delivering culturally sensitive care, support, and instruction.
• Maintain privacy and safety.
• Foster a teamwork spirit.

Benefits

• Contract type of employment (W-9/1099)
• Flexible schedule
• Ability to select or decline jobs based on schedule or availability
• Work via smartphone
• Friendly team environment
• Supportive team
• Active communication
• Corporate culture
• Opportunities for professional growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED