Spanish Interpreter

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TITLE OF POSITION: Interpreter

SUPERVISOR: Director of Operational Support and Training

Work Schedule MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Be fluent in English and another language (i.e. Spanish, German, Sign

Language, etc.).

• Ability to relate well with people in person and on the phone
• Dependable vehicle, valid drivers license, and compliance with agencys

Liability Carriers Requirements May Be Required Depending On Job assignment

GENERAL RESPONSPIBILITIES: Provide language translation services to

consumers in the course of their treatment.

Essential Job Functions 1. Demonstrate competent use of non-English language to facilitate

treatment and other services for consumer. May include but not limited

to; assistance with admission/financial process, treatment, discharge,

or communication with community partners that directly impacts consumer

care.

2. Proficiency in medical terminology is required for translation, or

attend required trainings to gain proficiency.

3. Communicates legibly and accurately both verbally and in writing,

within the agency and with external contacts.

4. Demonstrates ability to remain calm and professional in times of

crisis while providing interpretive support to consumers and/or their

families.

5. Maintain ethical standards regarding confidentiality of consumers

and not breeching that trust.

6. Demonstrates understanding and culturally competent aspects of

treatment and communicates these between English speaking and

non-English speaking staff/consumers.

7. Maintains strong working relationship with all Four County Mental

Health Center (FCMHC) staff.

8. Responds to requests for interpreter services to standard.

Other Job Functions Represents FCMHC in a professional manner while projecting a positive

and service-oriented attitude to community partners and co-workers.

Maintains good relationships with community partners and referral

sources.

Exhibits dependability and flexibility in working with the supervisors

and co-workers. Is able to adapt to changing needs as evidenced by

meeting established deadlines, following through on tasks, and meeting

established goals.

Adheres to ethical standards set by the Agency, profession and State.

Exhibit and promote decisions / behavior consistent with the Centers

established Vision, Mission, and Values.

Other duties as assigned.