ASL Onsite Community Interpreter in Vancouver WA

About the role

Mindlink is seeking a dedicated and culturally responsive ASL Community Interpreter to support multilingual students, families, and staff across Educational/Local Gov/Other Non-Profit Clients in the Vancouver WA and Portland OR area. This role includes both onsite interpretation at client sites and occasional remote video interpretation for virtual meetings and assessments. Most of our ASL projects are simultaneous. Mindlink is a mission-driven organization committed to language access and equity in education. We believe communication is a human right and strive to create inclusive environments for all.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and culturally appropriate ASL interpretation during school meetings and other events.
• Deliver services both in-person and via secure video platforms.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional ethics.
• Troubleshoot basic technical issues during video sessions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional interpreting experience.
• Verified third-party ASL language proficiency.
• High-level fluency in ASL.
• Familiarity with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and other video platforms.
• Ability to work in a secure, quiet environment for remote interpretation.
• Preferred: Completion of a 60-hour interpreter training program.
• Preferred: Certification from CCHI, NBCMI, RID, NAJIT, or Oregon State Court Interpretation.
• Preferred: Local candidates in Portland/Vancouver a must.
• Preferred: Most ASL meetings are in-person!

Skills

• Reliable high-speed internet.
• Professional headset and webcam.
• Secure and quiet workspace.

Benefits

• Company parties
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development
• Professional Development: Access to Mindlink’s Learning Center for ongoing training; Participation in feedback cycles using tools like LinguistLink.