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Fishersville, Virginia. 22939
United States
Wilson Workforce Rehabilitation Center (WWRC) provides people with disabilities comprehensive, individualized services to realize optimal personal independence and employment. We strive to be the preferred provider of comprehensive vocational rehabilitation for Virginians with Disabilities. We apply our shared values (Ethical, Engaged and Effective) to everything we do.
Job Duties:
WWRC seeks a Interpreter for the Deaf to work primarily a second shift allowing equal access to programs and services in the afternoon and evening environment. This position may work some first shift hours to provide occasional coverage where needs exist.
In accordance with Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) standards, facilitates communication between deaf and hearing by employing both transliterating and interpreting skills. Coordinates and/or provides sign language training to staff and others as determined appropriate. Serve as an effective spokesperson for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services Unit DHHSU, on behalf of the Rehabilitation Counseling Division, and provide technical assistance and consultation to ensure communication accessibility at WWRC.
Plan and provide quality interpreting and transliterating services for VR consumers participating in WWRC programs and for consumer family members, staff, and visitors as indicated, in accordance with the RID Code of Conduct. Provide agency accessibility by facilitating communication between signing and non-signing individuals. To meet the expectations of the Staff Interpreter, the incumbent must have access to personally identifiable and confidential information about agency consumers and/or agency staff.
Work closely with the Rehabilitation Counseling Department to provide general administrative case management assistance with comprehensive vocational rehabilitation services which result in employment and enhanced independent living. Services are provided in compliance with Federal, State, Agency and Center policy and procedures, and may include screening referrals, collecting and documenting information, preparing and processing OGS, maintaining data in automated service tracking system, and providing transportation of students for a wide variety of services.
The ideal candidate will have:
Knowledge/Experience - Valid Virginia driver’s license or the ability to obtain within 30 days of employment. Certificate of Transliteration or Interpretation through the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf or Quality Assurance Screening Level III or above through the VQAS testing system, Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) Level III Intermediate or above via EIPA Diagnostic Center, or National Interpreting Certification. Interpreting/transliterating experience in both individual and group situations.
Knowledge of deaf culture and common communication issues associated with deafness and hearing loss; the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words and rules of composition and grammar; office procedures, tracking systems, and work-task organization; and, Windows-based computer software, or similar work processing software.
Competencies: -Proficiency in American Sign Language and other signing communication modalities. Proven interpreting and transliterating skills in American Sign Language, expressive and receptive as determined by State Quality Assurance Screening
Skills/Abilities - Skills in leading teams to desired outcomes; and, promoting and delivering quality interpreter services for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. Ability to: independently plan, organize, and prioritize work to accomplish team goals; interpret and appropriately apply established policies and procedures in the provision of services; analyze and interpret complex information for various audiences; interpret client communication in a manner that others understand consumer views and/or wishes; maintain confidential information and abide by RID’s Code of Conduct; and, organize and manage multiple and sometimes unrelated or competing responsibilities in a timely manner.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from varying social and economic environments.
Additional Considerations
Completion of an interpreter training program or equivalent amount of training and experience.
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This has been designated a sensitive position under Va. Code § 2.2-1201.1.
A fingerprint-based criminal history check will be required of the finalist candidate.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact recruitment@dars.virginia.gov for assistance.
Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, Americorp, Peace Corps, and other National Service Alumni are encouraged to apply.
To Apply:
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Contact Information
Name: Human Resources
Email: Recruitment@dars.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer