Sorenson Communications
Sign Language Interpreter - VRS - Long Island, NY
Sorenson Communications, Hauppauge, New York, United States, 11788
Salary Range:
$25-$60 (depending on location, education, and certifications)Location:
Long Island, NYHours Requirement:
10 hours minimum of interpreting services required per month (at leadership's discretion).Shifts:
Available hours are Monday-Saturday, 7am-7pm MT.
If selected and hired you will initially be asked to work at least one shift either Monday, Friday or SaturdayIn ASL:
Video LinkBenefits of interpreting with Sorenson:Flexible SchedulingPremium shifts offered to boost hourly wageEarn CEUsOpportunity for annual certification, testing, and membership/licensure reimbursement up to 100% based on average hours worked401K plans with employer contributionNo scriptsResiliency/Vicarious Trauma resources available at no costCompany-wide Network
Transfer and visiting interpreter opportunities to any of the centers across the US and Canada
A successful candidate will have:Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities in ASL:
Video LinkAbility to pass our required skills assessmentA high school diploma or GEDAn associate's or bachelor's degree (preferred, but not required)Interpreter certification3 years' experience working as an interpreter (preferred, but not required)Ability to troubleshoot basic technical issuesAbility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, highly regulated, and customer service-focused environmentDexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, tools, and to handle other computer componentsRegular and predictable attendanceJob Snapshot:Job Summary in ASL:
Video LinkSorenson Communications is expanding our Video Relay Service. As a result, we are seeking Interpreters to provide Sign-to-Voice and Voice-to-Sign interpreting services. Full and part-time positions are available in the US and in Canada.Responsibilities:Essential Duties and Responsibilities in ASL:
Video LinkEffectively interpret between American Sign Language (ASL) and spoken EnglishMaintain, as applicable, compliance with any national, state, or local licensure and/or certification requirementsDemonstrate full compliance with Sorenson standards and policies, FCC regulations, and the RID Code of Professional ConductDemonstrate full compliance with Sorenson Communications attendance policyAccurately complete assigned tasks/duties, projects, and paperwork promptly and within approved guidelinesThe ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, in order to meet the demands of the VRS industry, is essential for this position.Possess the ability to quickly learn and implement new and changing technologiesWork effectively in a team environment; receive support from and provide support to colleaguesPossess the ability to work effectively in an environment with oversight that may include, but is not limited to call monitoring, mentoring, and evaluationsPossess the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic, highly regulated environmentEnhance interpreting skills through continued education trainingDemonstrate willingness and ability to complete additional duties and assignments on an ongoing basisAbout Us:Sorenson Communications is committed to connecting people every day through communications access 24/7/365. Our customers rely on us and our innovative technology to quickly deliver accuracy in every conversation. We are industry leaders because, in all our endeavors, our customers sense our passion, our care, and our commitment. This dedication extends to our workplace. Our employees are united and proud to be part of important human interactions and understand that everything we do to facilitate communication creates connections and enhances relationships between people.Sorenson Communications, LLC. offers Video Relay Service (VRS), which gives Deaf, who use American Sign Language (ASL), and hearing people the option to communicate in their preferred language - either ASL or spoken English or Spanish. Sorenson also provides onsite and remote interpreting services between English and various other world languages.Equal Employment Opportunity:Sorenson Communications is an EOE, Disability/Age Employer.Qualifications:Education:
Diploma of High School (required)Experience:
3 years: Interpreting experience (previous VRS experience preferred) (preferred)Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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$25-$60 (depending on location, education, and certifications)Location:
Long Island, NYHours Requirement:
10 hours minimum of interpreting services required per month (at leadership's discretion).Shifts:
Available hours are Monday-Saturday, 7am-7pm MT.
If selected and hired you will initially be asked to work at least one shift either Monday, Friday or SaturdayIn ASL:
Video LinkBenefits of interpreting with Sorenson:Flexible SchedulingPremium shifts offered to boost hourly wageEarn CEUsOpportunity for annual certification, testing, and membership/licensure reimbursement up to 100% based on average hours worked401K plans with employer contributionNo scriptsResiliency/Vicarious Trauma resources available at no costCompany-wide Network
Transfer and visiting interpreter opportunities to any of the centers across the US and Canada
A successful candidate will have:Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities in ASL:
Video LinkAbility to pass our required skills assessmentA high school diploma or GEDAn associate's or bachelor's degree (preferred, but not required)Interpreter certification3 years' experience working as an interpreter (preferred, but not required)Ability to troubleshoot basic technical issuesAbility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, highly regulated, and customer service-focused environmentDexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, tools, and to handle other computer componentsRegular and predictable attendanceJob Snapshot:Job Summary in ASL:
Video LinkSorenson Communications is expanding our Video Relay Service. As a result, we are seeking Interpreters to provide Sign-to-Voice and Voice-to-Sign interpreting services. Full and part-time positions are available in the US and in Canada.Responsibilities:Essential Duties and Responsibilities in ASL:
Video LinkEffectively interpret between American Sign Language (ASL) and spoken EnglishMaintain, as applicable, compliance with any national, state, or local licensure and/or certification requirementsDemonstrate full compliance with Sorenson standards and policies, FCC regulations, and the RID Code of Professional ConductDemonstrate full compliance with Sorenson Communications attendance policyAccurately complete assigned tasks/duties, projects, and paperwork promptly and within approved guidelinesThe ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, in order to meet the demands of the VRS industry, is essential for this position.Possess the ability to quickly learn and implement new and changing technologiesWork effectively in a team environment; receive support from and provide support to colleaguesPossess the ability to work effectively in an environment with oversight that may include, but is not limited to call monitoring, mentoring, and evaluationsPossess the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic, highly regulated environmentEnhance interpreting skills through continued education trainingDemonstrate willingness and ability to complete additional duties and assignments on an ongoing basisAbout Us:Sorenson Communications is committed to connecting people every day through communications access 24/7/365. Our customers rely on us and our innovative technology to quickly deliver accuracy in every conversation. We are industry leaders because, in all our endeavors, our customers sense our passion, our care, and our commitment. This dedication extends to our workplace. Our employees are united and proud to be part of important human interactions and understand that everything we do to facilitate communication creates connections and enhances relationships between people.Sorenson Communications, LLC. offers Video Relay Service (VRS), which gives Deaf, who use American Sign Language (ASL), and hearing people the option to communicate in their preferred language - either ASL or spoken English or Spanish. Sorenson also provides onsite and remote interpreting services between English and various other world languages.Equal Employment Opportunity:Sorenson Communications is an EOE, Disability/Age Employer.Qualifications:Education:
Diploma of High School (required)Experience:
3 years: Interpreting experience (previous VRS experience preferred) (preferred)Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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