Cape Verdean Creole Interpreter job at SOS International LLC Lowell, MA, US

Job Description

Overview:

*** This position is contingent upon contract award ***
SOSi is actively seeking qualified, professional, and experienced Cape Verdean Creole interpreters to support the language needs of unhoused families in a 24/7 emergency shelter in Lowell, MA.

Responsibilities:

· Provide in-person and/or over-the-phone consecutive interpretation between Cape Verdean Creole and English and vice versa between shelter staff and low English proficiency individuals as required.

Qualifications:

Possess one (1) year of experience interpreting.
Highly proficient in both English and Target Language, ILR scale of 2+.
Ability to speak English and Target Language fluently, including high to low levels of language register, regional colloquialisms, and slang expressions, and do so with clear and intelligible pronunciation.
Ability to preserve the tone and emotional level of the speaker, as well as manage the delivery, speed, and length of the statement (projection, pace and pausing) of the speaker.
Ability to maintain appropriate speed and projection while rendering interpretation, and request and incorporate clarification of speaker’s statements only when justified.

Preferred Qualifications:

American Translators Association (ATA) certification in interpretation or similar certification.
Experience and/or training in shelters.
Experience working with immigrant populations and child welfare.

Working Conditions:

Work in a fast-paced environment and remain emotionally controlled.
Willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Ability to work flexible hours and shift work. We operate 24/7/365. Inside and outside, all weather conditions.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Contract work, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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