Interpreter (On-Call $21.00/Hour)

Catholic Charities of Onondaga County

  • Syracuse, NY
  • $21.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 27 days ago
Thrive and Change LivesAt Catholic Charities over 70% of our managers were promoted from within!We believe that quality service begins with a passionate, motivated and hardworking workforce; a positive and caring work environment, and recognition for the challenging work our employees perform in service to others. For these reasons and many more Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is a great place to work!Flexible Work SchedulesRemitted TuitionProfessional DevelopmentCompetitive Pay and Work Life BenefitsProfessional Supervision and CoachingRecognition and Appreciation ProgramsOpportunities for Growth and PromotionResponsibilitiesThe Interpreter will provide interpretation for RSSP staff and outside services; including interpreting at medical appointments, job interviews, and other services. They will Interpret for internal staff and external support services as assigned. Maintain case notes documenting interpretation services. Assist employment specialists and case managers with activities and services that facilitate client self-sufficiency. Report areas of concern to case managers, employment specialists, and the RSSP Program Manager as necessary for the well-being of the client. Maintain client confidentiality, disclosing information only to appropriate program staff. Regularly attend agency staff meetings. Maintain guidelines established by the funding sources and Catholic Charities policies and procedures.The languages needed for this position are:
  • Somali
  • Sundanese
  • Spanish
  • Rohingya
This position is On-Call. Pay is $21.00 per HourQualificationsEducation and/or Experience Required at Entry:
  • Fluent in
  • Somali
  • Sudanese
  • Spanish
  • Rohingya
  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience working with working with culturally diverse families or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Licenses/Certificate/Clearances:
  • Valid N.Y.S. Drivers License,
  • registered and insured vehicle,
  • N.Y.S. Child Abuse Registry clearance.
Skills/Abilities:
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word.
Working Conditions and Environment/Physical Demands:
  • Mobility sufficient to drive to and participate in meetings at client’s homes and/or community facilities which may not meet Federal accessibility standards for disabled individuals
  • Manual dexterity sufficient to work with children/adults in a challenging and active environment.

Catholic Charities of Onondaga County