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UVM Health - UVM Medical Center · 2 weeks ago

Educational Interpreter - American Sign Language (ASL)

Burlington, VT

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

UVM Health - UVM Medical Center is dedicated to improving the lives of patients through outstanding care. They are seeking an Educational Interpreter to provide onsite interpreting services for a deaf student in various educational settings while adhering to professional ethics and regulations.

Responsibilities

Applying to this position ensures you will be considered for all open Educational Interpreter (EI) positions

This position provides onsite interpreting services for a student who is deaf in the classroom, school or school-sponsored activities (sports, theater, clubs)

The Educational Interpreter is part of the student’s school team

They have the freedom to act within Departmental and UVM Medical Center policy to maximize services to students and school districts

They must follow a professional code of ethics, regulations, and laws as they pertain to interpreters and student rights

They receive guidance from the Supervisor of the ASL/Bilingual Unit and peer support from the other Educational Interpreters, Communication Facilitators, Sign Support Providers and DHHDB Edu Svcs Staff

Qualification

Fluency in ASLEducational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA)Fluency in EnglishConfidentiality rulesProfessionalismCultural sensitivityDiverse populations experienceInterpersonal skillsCommunication skills

Required

Fluency in English and American Sign Language

Understands and agrees to follow confidentiality rules and a Code of Ethics, such as the RID Code of Professional Conduct

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

High level of professionalism

Ability to exercise sound discretion in the moment to serve the needs of the students and schools as they arise

Knowledge, sensitivity, and ability to bridge ethnic values, cultural beliefs and behaviors within educational systems

Ability to work with diverse populations from various cultural/economic backgrounds and age groups

High School Diploma or Equivalent, with minimum 2 years relevant college or professional training or equivalent experience required or Native ASL user

Minimum two years of formal educational/medical interpreting, with demonstrated knowledge of educational specialties