Job Information
SOS International LLC Interpreter Spanish in Cambridge, Massachusetts
Overview
SOSi is actively seeking qualified, professional, and experienced Spanish interpreters to support the language needs of unhoused families in a 24/7 emergency shelter in Cambridge, MA.
Essential Job Duties
· Provide in-person and/or over-the-phone consecutive interpretation between Spanish and English and vice versa between shelter staff and low English proficiency individuals as required.
Minimum Requirements
· Possess one (1) year of experience interpreting.
· Highly proficient in both English and Target Language, ILR scale of 2+.
· Ability to speak English and Target Language fluently, including high to low levels of language register, regional colloquialisms, and slang expressions, and do so with clear and intelligible pronunciation.
· Ability to preserve the tone and emotional level of the speaker, as well as manage the delivery, speed, and length of the statement (projection, pace and pausing) of the speaker.
· Ability to maintain appropriate speed and projection while rendering interpretation, and request and incorporate clarification of speaker’s statements only when justified.
Preferred Qualifications
· American Translators Association (ATA) certification in interpretation or similar certification.
· Experience and/or training in shelters.
· Experience working with immigrant populations and child welfare.
Work Environment
· Work in a fast-paced environment and remain emotionally controlled.
· Willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
· Ability to work flexible hours and shift work. We operate 24/7/365. Inside and outside, all weather conditions.