Sign Language Interpreter - VRS - Part Time - Oakbrook, Illinois

Salary Range$25-$60 (location, education, certifications)LocationOakbrook, ILHours Requirement10 hours minimum of interpreting services per month.ShiftsMonday-Saturday 7am-7pm MT. Initially work at least one shift Monday, Friday, or Saturday.Benefits of interpreting with SorensonFlexible SchedulingPremium shifts offered to boost hourly wageEarn CEU'sOpportunity for annual certification, testing and membership/licensure reimbursement up to 100% based on average hours worked401K plans with employer contributionNo scriptsResiliency/Vicarious Trauma resources available at no costCompany-wide NetworkTransfer and visiting interpreter opportunities to any of the centers across the US and CanadaA successful candidate will haveAbility to pass required skills assessmentHigh school diploma or GEDAssociate's or bachelor's degree (preferred, but not required)Interpreter certification3 years' experience working as an interpreter (preferred, but not required)Ability to troubleshoot basic technical issuesAbility to work in a fast paced, dynamic, highly regulated and customer service focused environmentDexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, tools and to handle other computer componentsRegular and predictable attendanceJob SnapshotSorenson Communications is expanding our Video Relay Service (http://www.sorensonvrs.com/). We are seeking Interpreters to provide Sign-to-Voice and Voice-to-Sign interpreting services. Full and part-time positions are available in the US and Canada.ResponsibilitiesEffectively interpret between American Sign Language (ASL) and spoken EnglishMaintain compliance with any national, state, or local licensure and/or certification requirementsDemonstrate full compliance with Sorenson standards and policies, FCC regulations and the RID Code of Professional ConductDemonstrate full compliance with Sorenson attendance policyAccurately complete assigned tasks/duties, projects and paperwork promptly and within approved guidelinesMaintain a flexible work schedule to meet the demands of the VRS industryQuickly learn and implement new and changing technologiesWork effectively in a team environment; receive and provide support to colleaguesWork effectively in an environment with oversight that may include call monitoring, mentoring, and evaluationsWork effectively in a fast paced, dynamic, highly regulated environmentEnhance interpreting skills through continued education trainingComplete additional duties and assignments on an ongoing basisAbout UsSorenson Communications is committed to connecting people every day through communications access 24/7/365. Our customers rely on us and our innovative technology to quickly deliver accuracy in every conversation. We are industry leaders because, in all our endeavors, our customers sense our passion, our care, and our commitment. This dedication extends to our workplace. Our employees are united and proud to be part of important human interactions and understand that everything we do to facilitate communication creates connections and enhances relationships between people.Sorenson Communications, LLC. offers Video Relay Service (VRS), which gives Deaf people who use American Sign Language (ASL), and hearing people the option to communicate in their preferred language – either ASL or spoken English or Spanish. Sorenson also provides onsite and remote interpreting services between English and various other world languages.Equal Employment OpportunitySorenson Communications is an EOE, Disability/Age Employer.Qualifications EducationRequired DiplomaExperiencePreferred Interpreting experience (previous VRS experience preferred)Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.J-18808-Ljbffr