Interpreter

About the role

The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD (“The HARRIS CENTER”) is seeking an Interpreter to join the Interpreting Services team. The role involves facilitating communication between patients and service providers by interpreting messages spoken in one language into another.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates oral communication between staff and consumers in an accurate and thorough manner.
• Recognizes and honors the confidentiality of information conveyed during interpreting duties.
• Maintains impartiality while assisting with interpreting communication between the patient and service providers.
• Renders interpreter services in a respectful manner.
• Demonstrates ethical and professional conduct in all job duties performed and in the work environment.
• Performs related work as assigned and adapts to changing work requirements.
• Affords assistance in translating agency documentation from English to requested language.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D required.
• Two (2) years’ experience in interpretive services, required.
• Valid Texas driver’s license, required.
• Current Automobile insurance, required.
• Passes the agency’s language certification exam.
• Ability to speak, read and understand the English and Spanish language at a level that permits effective interaction with the patient and service provider.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D required.
• Two (2) years’ experience in interpretive services, required.
• Valid Texas driver’s license, required.
• Current Automobile insurance, required.
• Passes the agency’s language certification exam.

Skills

• Ability to speak, read and understand the English and Spanish language at a level that permits the individual to interact effectively with the patient and service provider.

Benefits

The Harris Center offers a competitive salary along with a suite of excellent benefits designed to enrich your life both professionally and personally. These benefits include:

• A robust retirement plan with company matching.
• Prior service credit accelerating your journey towards a more substantial Paid Time Off accrual.
• Cell Phone Discounts and exclusive entertainment deals through Tickets at Work.
• A free Headspace subscription for mental wellness.
• An Employee Assistance Program supporting your overall well-being.
• Significant financial relief through student loan forgiveness as a valued member of The Harris Center team.

Pay

Competitive salary offered.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the role and the community.