Interpreter (Haitian-Creole)

Description

Schedule: 40 hours, Monday-Friday 8:30 am -5:00 pm

Pay: $23.48 per hour - DOE 

LOCATION: 444 Harrison Ave, 363 Albany Street, community locations; travel is required depending on the living situation of persons being served. Most residences are located within Greater Boston 

 SUMMARY OF POSITION: 

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Interpreter to support our homeless services team by providing professional language interpretation for Haitian-Creole and/or French speaking clients. This role involves assisting clients in understanding their rights, accessing services, and navigating various social, medical, and legal systems in a safe and supportive environment. The ideal candidate will be empathetic, skilled in both language interpretation and understanding the unique challenges faced by homeless populations 

Requirements

  QUALIFICATIONS:

• Language Proficiency: Fluent in Haitian-Creole and/or French, both written      and spoken, with the ability to interpret and translate accurately in both      languages. Additional language skills are a plus.
• Cultural Competence: Knowledge of cultural differences and the ability to      adapt communication style to effectively engage with clients from diverse      backgrounds.
• Flexibility:      Ability to work in a dynamic environment and adapt to changing client      needs, schedules, and priorities.
• Certification:      Certification from a recognized interpreting body (e.g., ATA, NBCMI, or      others) is preferred but not required.
• Empathy & Compassion: A strong desire to help      vulnerable populations, particularly those experiencing homelessness, and      an understanding of the unique challenges they face.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in      both the target language(s) and English. Ability to explain complex      information clearly and understandably.
• Experience:      Minimum of 1 (one) of experience in interpreting, translation, or a      similar role, preferably in a social services, healthcare, or legal      setting. Experience working with homeless populations is a strong plus.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

REQUIRED: Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent

PREFERRED: BA in Human Services related field

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

REQUIRED: Minimum of 1 (one) year of experience in interpreting, translation, or a similar role, preferably in a social services, healthcare, or legal setting. 

PREFERRED: Experience working with homeless populations is a strong plus.