Freelance Interpreter; English/Haitian Creole
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Listed on 2025-12-30
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Language/Bilingual
Interpreter, Bilingual
Freelance Interpreter (English/[Haitian] Creole)
As a freelance interpreter with MCIS Language Solutions, you will provide essential spoken interpretation services in various community settings, such as hospitals, police stations, tribunal hearings, schools, and more. Your primary role is to facilitate clear and accurate communication between English and (Haitian) Creole speakers, ensuring individuals with limited language proficiency have access to vital services.
Base pay rangeCA $20.00/hr - CA $25.00/hr
Key Responsibilities- Interpretation:
Provide accurate, clear, and professional interpretation between English and (Haitian) Creole in community settings, including high-pressure environments such as healthcare and legal situations. - Cultural Sensitivity:
Demonstrate cultural awareness when working with diverse communities, ensuring both meaning and tone are faithfully conveyed while respecting cultural nuances. - Reading and Oral Translation:
Read and orally translate written materials—such as application forms, medical records, or legal documents—converting them into clear and precise oral translations. - Facilitating Access to Services:
Support vulnerable populations by breaking down linguistic barriers in crucial interactions, enabling individuals to navigate complex systems such as healthcare, law enforcement, and social services. - Travel:
Travel to assignment locations as required; must have access via car, public transportation, or other means. - Remote Assignments:
Handle over-the-phone or video interpretation assignments, offering flexibility and the ability to work from home when applicable. - Professionalism and Confidentiality:
Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality while interpreting sensitive information, particularly in healthcare, legal, or other confidential contexts.
- Fluency in English and (Haitian) Creole, both written and spoken.
- Reading Proficiency:
Ability to read and interpret written documents accurately, converting them into clear and precise oral translations. - Soft Skills:
Excellent interpersonal skills, including empathy, patience, and a commitment to service. - Transportation:
Reliable form of transportation to travel to various locations. - Legal Eligibility:
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Training:
If new to interpretation, MCIS provides a free online training module to prepare you for assignments; must be completed before starting work. - Experienced Interpreters:
We welcome applications from experienced interpreters tested and certified in community interpreting.
Part-time, Casual, Freelance
SalaryCA $20.00 to CA $25.00 per hour (based on experience and assignment type)
At MCIS Language Solutions, we pride ourselves on creating opportunities for interpreters to have a meaningful impact by helping bridge the language gap in communities across Canada. By joining our team, you will be pivotal in ensuring individuals can access critical services in their native language.
Ready to make a difference? Apply today to become part of our interpreter roster and help us support diverse communities!
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