Spanish Interpreter (Washington)

Prisma International Inc. is actively seeking qualified, professional SPANISH Interpreters located in the state of Washington to join our independent contractor team. As an Interpreter at Prisma, you would support in-person on-site interpretation (OSI) assignments in your region of Washington.Please note: This position requires a Washington State Patrol (WSP) background check and residency in the state of Washington. If you've previously undergone a detailed WSP background check (or higher clearance), you would be eligible for a fast-tracked screening process.JOB DESCRIPTION:Ideal Candidate shall be able to provide:Experience with consecutive or simultaneous on-site SPANISH interpretation between a government representative and non-English speakersPolite forms of expression, enunciation, and a high-level of customer service. Deliver correct concepts and meanings between speaker and the Limited English Proficient (LEP) speakerCorrect grammar, clarity and tones between English and SpanishExperience following the speakers' direction, professionally interject when clarification is needed, and manage the flow of a conversation. Refrain from side conversations with the LEP and entering into any disagreement with the customer or LEPCompliance with applicable ethics and standardsExperience in the education, healthcare, legal, medical, government or court industriesMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:At least one (1) year of on-site consecutive or simultaneous interpreting experienceTwo (2) professional references that can vouch for your work as an on-site consecutive or simultaneous interpreterMinimum age: Must be 18+ years or older Minimum education: Must have High School DiplomaMust reside within the state of WashingtonFull fluency in English and Spanish One of the following accreditations:Washington State Department of Social Health Services (DSHS) Language Testing and Certification (LTC). American Translation Association (ATA)Trained or accredited through a higher education institutionSECURITY REQUIREMENTS:Interpreters must have an active Washington State Patrol background check OR be able to provide a background clearance greater than a Washington State Patrol background check.DESIRED SKILLS:Experience interpreting for Washington state agencies such as WA Department of L&I, WA State Patrol, WA Department of Agriculture, WA Department of Commerce, etc. IMPORTANT APPLICANT SECURITY NOTICE:Prisma will never ask for payment information or fee transfers during recruitment or employment preparation. Legitimate outreach for information will only originate from official @prisma.com email addresses.