ACCS Sign Language Interpreter (24 hrs/wk) - Leominster

Open Sky Community Services • Leominster, MA

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About The Position

Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS) is a Department of Mental Health-funded service that delivers evidence-based interventions within a clinically focused model. It serves individuals diagnosed with mental illness or dual diagnosis who live in their own homes, apartments, or group living environments. Services help individuals transition to more independent environments, strengthen natural supports, build skills, and achieve personal goals. ACCS teams are multidisciplinary and provide compassionate care.

The Sign Language Interpreter provides ASL interpretation to support the ACCS team in serving Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing individuals. The role enables communication between Deaf and hearing staff and between Deaf individuals and hearing staff. It supports the Leominster and Worcester regions and requires travel to programs in those areas.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Current National Interpreter Certification (NIC) from the National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf.
• Two years of ASL interpreting experience.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Reliability, willingness to learn, and openness to new opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Interpret in person and virtually for staff trainings, staff meetings, and team meetings involving individuals served and members of the integrated team.
• Interpret for small group gatherings between individuals served and staff, and for clinical assessments between individuals served and clinical staff.
• Travel occasionally to individuals’ homes or community locations to interpret between hearing staff and Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing individuals served.
• Collaborate with external interpreters on assignments requiring a second interpreter.
• Educate trainers and meeting leaders on creating a Deaf-friendly atmosphere at the beginning of trainings or meetings.

Benefits

• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Paid time off: 29 days in the first year, including 12 paid holidays; 32 days in the second year; current maximum of 43 days.
• Tuition reimbursement for higher education and a variety of Human Services certifications.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with prescription plan.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• Life insurance, 100% employer-paid.
• Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Individual and group supervision.

What This Job Offers

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