Spanish-English Interpreter/Translator

About the role

Unique Interpreters, LLC is seeking qualified Spanish-English Interpreters/Translators to provide remote, on-demand interpretation and document translation support for client engagements involving sensitive, trauma-informed conversations. This is a part-time, remote, independent contractor position ideal for experienced interpreters seeking flexible, meaningful work.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, real-time consecutive and/or simultaneous interpretation during phone sessions between English and Spanish speaking parties.
• Translate written documents, forms, and correspondence between English and Spanish as needed.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all client, case, and personal information encountered during sessions.
• Interpret in a neutral, professional, and trauma-informed manner, particularly during sensitive conversations involving families and children.
• Accurately convey tone, intent, and cultural context without adding, omitting, or altering content.
• Maintain reliable availability for scheduled and on-demand interpretation sessions.
• Document session details (date, time, duration) for accurate billing and quality tracking.
• Communicate promptly with Unique Interpreters, LLC scheduling staff regarding availability, conflicts, or technical issues.
• Adhere to professional interpreter ethics standards, including accuracy, impartiality, and confidentiality.

Requirements

• Native or near-native fluency in both Spanish and English (verbal and written).
• Minimum of one year of professional interpretation and/or translation experience.
• Current interpreter certification required — one of the following: Certified Medical Interpreter (CMI), Certified Court Interpreter, National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters (NBCMI), Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI), or equivalent state/federal interpreter certification.
• Reliable high-speed internet connection, computer/smartphone, and headset suitable for remote interpretation.
• Ability to pass a background screening as required by client contracts.
• Strong professional communication skills and ability to maintain composure during emotionally sensitive conversations.
• Ability to work independently and manage a flexible, part-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Prior experience interpreting in social services, child welfare, immigration, healthcare, or legal settings.
• Experience working with vulnerable populations, including families and minors.
• Availability for both scheduled sessions and short notice on-demand requests.
• Additional languages of value: Haitian Creole, Hindi, Mandarin Chinese, Russian/Croatian.

Pay

$0.50 – $0.75 per minute of billable interpretation/translation time (based on experience and certification).