Foreign Language Interpreter (In-person) - St. Louis

Job Summary

This position is classified as PRN (Pro Re Nata), meaning as-needed and assignment-based. This position does not guarantee a set number of hours. Assignments are scheduled based on client demand and interpreter availability.

Job Responsibilities

• Fluency in target language and English and skilled in the associated cultural dynamics
• Ability to provide cultural competency and assess regional accent differences to find ways of communicating with Limited English Proficiency speakers
• Knowledge of industry-specific terminology
• Excellent listening, retention and note-taking skills to maintain a high level of accuracy
• Facilitate many kinds of conversations – emergencies, medical procedures, legal situations
• Demonstrate full compliance with LAMP standards and policies, and the Code of Ethics
• Maintain professional standards by attending continuing education trainings to maintain the highest standards for delivery of service
• Handle conference calls when on-site interpreting is not necessary
• Willing to do drug screening, TB test, and Background check
• Complete required annual Immunization Records and compliances trainings
• Will need reliable transportation

Job Requirements

• Ability to read, write and speak the target language at a native level fluency
• Proficient in both English and the target language vocabularies typically used in formal, consultative, and casual modes of communication
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communications skills
• Exude extreme professionalism through appearance, attitude, punctuality and posture
• Eligibility to work for any U.S. employer
• Work experience in language-related fields such as teaching, language assessment, translation or interpretation preferred
• Professional certification and training is a plus experience in relevant areas other than interpretation (e.g., healthcare, legal) is a plus

Pre-Employment Screening

• Criminal background check
• Other background checks (as needed)
• Family Care Safety Registration
• Drug screen
• Employment and education or licensure/certification verification
• Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination
• Physical examination
• Tuberculosis screening
• Hepatitis A