CASG Interpreters

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), working in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities to help people survive, reclaim control of their future, and strengthen their communities.

A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions.

The Community Group Interpreter is a volunteer position to support the IRC in NY’s Health and Wellness group-based activities that include workshops and peer support groups. The Community Interpreter will facilitate clear communication between clients and staff to support refugees and other migrants to help build resilience, knowledge, and skills to support their emotional wellness. The ideal candidates will have prior experience in the field of interpretation (formally or informally).

They must also be available for a 4‑6‑month period, twice a week. Due to the nature of the program, the Community Group Interpretation Volunteer may not need to volunteer for a set number of hours every week but should be available for a minimum of five hours per week. You will also receive a courtesy stipend.

• Provide interpretation for clients and IRC staff for all Peer Support and Emotional Wellness sessions and/or workshops.
• Perform written translations of supplemental documents for group sessions and/or workshops.
• Be able to travel to Manhattan/Brooklyn one to two times a week starting in January until May.
• Communicate effectively in person.
• Adhere to IRC policies, particularly those related to confidentiality and client privacy.
• Participate in weekly pre/post session meetings with Group Facilitator and/or Health & Wellness Department Manager.

• The ideal candidates will have experience in interpretation.
• Be available 4‑6 months, twice a week.
• Be available to commit a minimum of 5 hours per week.
• Ability to fluently speak Spanish, Russian, French, Haitian‑Creole.
• Ideally have experience working with immigrants or refugees in social service settings.
• Must have excellent verbal English language skills.
• Must be willing to work varied hours Monday‑Friday between 9 am and 6 pm.
• Must be over 18 years of age.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Access and Word, E‑mail).
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Adhere to professional standards of confidentiality and boundary‑setting.
• This position reports to the Safety & Wellness Mental Health Coordinator.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Standard of Professional Conduct:
The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.