Rt Freelance Interpreter

5 days ago

Greater Toronto Area, Canada MCIS Language Solutions Full time

**Position**: Freelance Interpreter (English/Somali)

**Organization**: MCIS Language Solutions

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 will be to facilitate clear and accurate communication between English and Somali speakers, ensuring individuals with limited language proficiency have access to vital services.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Interpretation**: Provide **accurate, clear, and professional interpretation** between English and Somali in community settings. You will be expected to interpret in high-pressure environments such as healthcare and legal situations, requiring quick thinking and attention to detail.
- **Cultural Sensitivity**:Demonstrate cultural awareness** when working with diverse communities, ensuring that both the meaning and tone of statements are faithfully conveyed while respecting cultural nuances.
- **Facilitating Access to Services**:Support vulnerable populations** by breaking down linguistic barriers in crucial interactions. Your work will help individuals navigate complex systems, such as healthcare, law enforcement, and social services, enabling them to receive the assistance they need.
- **Travel**: Travel to assignment locations as required. You must be able to access assignments via **car, public transportation, or other means**. Flexibility is key, as assignments may vary in location and time.
- **Remote Assignments**: In addition to in-person interpretation, you will also handle **over-the-phone or video interpretation** assignments. These can be completed remotely, 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.

**Requirements**:

- **Fluency in English and** Somali (both written and spoken) is required. A strong command of both languages is necessary for accurate and effective interpretation.
- **Reading Proficiency**: Strong 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**. You must be able to build rapport with individuals from various cultural backgrounds and offer a supportive, non-judgmental service.
- **Transportation**: Ability to travel to different locations as needed. A reliable form of transportation, whether personal or public, is necessary.

**Training and Support**:

- **Training**: If you are new to interpretation, MCIS provides a **free online training module** designed to prepare you for assignments. This module must be completed before starting any work.

**Job Type**: Part-time, Casual, Freelance

**Salary**: $20.00 to $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 play a pivotal role in ensuring individuals can access critical services in their native language.

**Job Type**: Contract

Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour

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