Portuguese Interpreter Job at SOS International LLC, Lowell, MA

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  • SOS International LLC
  • Lowell, MA

Job Description

Overview:

*** This position is contingent upon contract award ***
SOSi is actively seeking qualified, professional, and experienced Portuguese interpreters to support the language needs of unhoused families in a 24/7 emergency shelter in Lowell, MA.

Responsibilities:

· Provide in-person and/or over-the-phone consecutive interpretation between Portuguese and English and vice versa between shelter staff and low English proficiency individuals as required.

Qualifications:
  • Possess one (1) year of experience interpreting.
  • Highly proficient in both English and Target Language, ILR scale of 2+.
  • Ability to speak English and Target Language fluently, including high to low levels of language register, regional colloquialisms, and slang expressions, and do so with clear and intelligible pronunciation.
  • Ability to preserve the tone and emotional level of the speaker, as well as manage the delivery, speed, and length of the statement (projection, pace and pausing) of the speaker.
  • Ability to maintain appropriate speed and projection while rendering interpretation, and request and incorporate clarification of speaker’s statements only when justified.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • American Translators Association (ATA) certification in interpretation or similar certification.
  • Experience and/or training in shelters.
  • Experience working with immigrant populations and child welfare.
Working Conditions:
  • Work in a fast-paced environment and remain emotionally controlled.
  • Willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
  • Ability to work flexible hours and shift work. We operate 24/7/365. Inside and outside, all weather conditions.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Contract work, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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