Remote ASL Interpreter

Overview

Seeking Video Remote Interpreters (Work From Home)

Do you enjoy working from home with utmost flexibility and competitive pay? Do you appreciate the opportunity to truly help Limited English Proficient and deaf communities? Then join our dynamic team of talented interpreters at CLI!

CLI is seeking to contract with experienced linguists to provide video remote interpreting services from home. An independent contractor interpreter is responsible for facilitating interpretation sessions for multiple parties over video. They communicate across two languages while retaining the meaning of the original message with accuracy and cultural sensitivity. If you live in the U.S., fluently speak English and other languages, have interpreting experience, and are committed to providing excellent customer service, you might be qualified to join our interpreting team.

• 2 years of professional interpreting experience
• Must have medical interpreting experience
• National Interpreter Certification (NIC) as indicated by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID)
• Completely fluent in American Sign Language and English
• Home office workspace with a neutral backdrop behind your desk (either a blank wall or propped-up screen)
• Desktop or laptop computer capable of running Windows 10 (or later) or macOS 10.14 (or later)
• Mouse & Keyboard
• Google Chrome internet browser for Windows users or Safari internet browser for Mac users
• A webcam (integrated or external) with minimum 240p (426x240) resolution
• A USB headset with microphone (no earbuds)
• An Ethernet cord (CAT 5e) connected from your computer to your router (no wireless connections accepted)
• Internet speeds providing 500 Kbps up and 1.2 Mbps down

• Video remote interpreter will provide accurate, culturally appropriate interpretation between client and deaf consumer.
• Adhere to NCIHC’s interpreter code of ethics and national standards of practice and the NID-RID Code of Professional Conduct.
• Display professional demeanor and tone during all interpreting encounters.

On your resume, please address:

• What language(s) other than English you have professional interpreting experience in
• If you currently live in the U.S.
• How many years of professional interpreting experience you have
• Any interpreter training programs and/or certifications you have completed

CLI’s interpreters often choose to partner with us for years; we experience very low turnover due to high satisfaction. Here are quotes from a few of our interpreters:

• “Working with CLI has always been a spectacular experience. Everyone from top to bottom is warm, courteous, and professional. The accuracy, attention to detail, and responsiveness of everyone involved is always top-notch.” — Anar, Gujarati & Hindi Interpreter
• “After seven years, I can say CLI is a great place to work because of the professionalism and teamwork that is displayed every day.” — Hassan, Somali Interpreter