Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
Focus Interpreting is on the lookout for a dedicated American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter to join our team in Redding, CA. This position is crucial for fostering communication between deaf and hearing individuals, enabling meaningful interactions in a variety of environments.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide clear and accurate ASL interpretation in settings such as educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and community outreach programs.
- Facilitate communication by interpreting spoken language to ASL and vice versa, ensuring cultural relevance and contextualappropriateness.
- Adhere to professional ethics and confidentiality standards in all interpreting assignments.
- Work collaboratively with clients to understand their specific communication needs and preferences.
- Engage in continual professional development to enhance interpreting skills and stay current with industry standards.