Company Information
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Company Name: Perspectives Corporation
Website: http://www.perspectivescorporation.com/apply

Job Information
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Job Title: Interpreter For The Deaf
Job Type: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Address:
1130 Ten Rod Road
North Kingstown, Rhode Island. 02852
United States

Job Description:
Effectively interprets between American Sign Language, signed languages, and
atypical language to fulfill the mission of Perspectives Corporation; this
may include but is not limited to interpreting for individuals receiving
services, employees, management, community members, and stakeholder in a
variety of settings. Interpreters will translate and caption materials as
needed. In addition, interpreters will advocate for interpreting needs, and
be knowledgeable of best practices in the field. ASL Interpreters will adhere
and follow the NAD-RID Professional Code of Conduct (see addendum).



Requirements:
Minimal Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or equivalent and 3 consistent years working as a
sign language interpreter.
• Must hold a certificate in sign language interpretation from the Registry
of Interpreters for the Deaf, Inc., CASLI, LLC, National Association for the
Deaf (NAD 4/5), Board of Evaluators for Interpreters (BEI Advanced/Master),
or Massachusetts State Screening.
• Must also have (or be eligible for) a certified license issued by the RI
Board of Examiners for the Deaf through the RI Department of Health and must
maintain such certifications as a condition of employment.
• Must be able to plan ahead and maintain a flexible work schedule and the
ability to work virtually and travel throughout Rhode Island.
• Knowledge of technology, e-mail, smart phone, DHOH technology, etc.
• Must have good judgment with the ability to effectively problem solve.
• Must display the ability to thrive in a challenging and creative working
environment.
o Working knowledge of state & private interpreting agencies
• Must have good interpersonal and communication skills.
o Knowledge of the National Association of the Deaf (NAD)-Registry of
Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Code of Professional Conduct.
o Knowledge of Deaf culture and cultural experiences associated with
deafness.
o Must be a self-starter.
o Must have well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must have well developed interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be comfortable interpreting for DeafBlind individuals who use
tactile and/or Pro-Tactile sign language.
• Must be comfortable working with a team of interpreters, Deaf or hearing,
using Open Process.

Desired Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Interpreting, Linguistics, Deaf Studies, or
related field.
• Knowledge of the Google platform
• Must be able to mentor.
• Must participate in collegial supervision.
• Must be able to translate frozen texts to a digital platform.
• Basic supervisory skills
• Knowledge of technology, email, smart phone, etc

Physical Requirements of the Position:
While performing the duties of the job, the employee requires sitting for
extended periods of time.




Resume Information
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Applicants should submit the following:: Resume, Cover Letter, Application Form
Majors Desired:: Interpreting

Application Information
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Apply online at:: https://www.perspectivescorporation.com/careers/?return=dhoh
Email application materials to:: Szarembka@perspectivescorporation.com