The Spanish Interpreter provides oral interpretation and written translation services for DDI Vantage Early Intervention staff and the children and families served. This is a casual/prn position that may work up to 10-hours per week.
Responsibilities:
- Schedules appointments for the initial family visit, confirms other scheduled appointments, and makes phone calls to families to communicate information from the service providers for families speaking a language other than English.
- Provides precise interpretation of DDIV services to the family.
- Translates Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) for families as requested.
- Accompanies service providers on visits to non-English speaking families and serves as an oral interpreter and translator of home visit reports.
- Provides interpretation to families when they have questions for service providers.
- Assists in child-find activities.
- Participates in staff in-service training, serves on committees, and attends workshops and conferences as requested or approved.
- Completes written documentation in a timely manner to ensure program compliance.
- Attends team meetings as necessary and all mandatory DDI Vantage meetings.
- Demonstrates professionalism in all aspects of the job.
- Safeguards the confidentiality of all clients at all times.
Requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of one year of related experience in interpreting and translating another language.
- Experience working with children and families; knowledge of child development and family dynamics; and knowledge of community resources is helpful.
- A state and federal background screen, TB test, and motor vehicle records check will be conducted on all new hires.