Job Description

Title  Interpreter/Translator

Job Type  Ministerial

Reports to  Interpreter/Translator Coordinator

Position Description:

This part-time non-benefited position provides interpretation and translation services to clients of Catholic Charities.

Key Tasks
- Interpret for Spanish speaking patients in the Blessed Mother Teresa Health Center and other programs of Catholic Charities as needed
- Makes referrals with Catholic Charities and other programs to assist with client’s other needs
- Ensure client’s dignity and Catholic values are always upheld
- Enter client data in ETO
- Work cooperatively with Interpreter Coordinator to monitor program needs, effectiveness, areas of improvement
- Duties as assigned
 
Key Skills
- Strong understanding of Catholic social teaching
- Bachelor’s degree preferred or related experience
- Interpreter certified
- Interpersonal skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication (English and Spanish)
- Problem solving and decision making abilities
- Ability to handle intense job situations due to the nature of the appointments
- Must be able to lift 20 lbs., bend, stoop, sit and stand for long periods of time
- PC literate with Word, Excel, Outlook

Key Attributes
- Commitment to the mission and vision of Catholic Charities
- Detailed and organized
- Flexible and dynamic
- Self-motivated and self starter
- Team player and able to work on own initiative
- Professional and positive approach