NC - Turkish Interpreter - Freelance

We appreciate your interest in working with our teams! Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Choice Translating and TravelingBrand, sister companies, are always on the lookout for passionate, talented individuals. You can explore our current openings and apply for the opportunity that matches your skills and enthusiasm. Return to TravelingBrand's careers page here. Return to Choice Translating's careers page here. NC - Turkish Interpreter - Freelance Charlotte, NC Contracted Interpreting Student (High School) Share Are you passionate about helping your community? We Need Your Help! Choice Translating is seeking on-site (OSI), video remote (VRI), and over-the-phone (OPI) contractor interpreters for multiple languages to join our team of talented linguists. Location Based in Charlotte, NC for on-site interpreting Open to interpreters in North Carolina or other states for VRI/OPI opportunities Qualifications Fully bilingual, fluent in Turkish and English Technologically proficient (familiar with Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, etc.) High school diploma required; college degree preferred Eligible to work in the U.S. (Green Card or higher) Clean driving record, valid driver’s insurance, and reliable transportation Responsibilities Accurately interpret spoken communication in real-time Communicate clearly and professionally in both languages Maintain confidentiality and follow HIPAA and interpreter Code of Ethics Manage your own flexible schedule and accept appointments as needed Provide services on-site, via video (VRI), or by phone (OPI) Be punctual, professional, and committed to high-quality work Why Join Choice Translating? A trusted market leader with 30+ years of experience We make a difference in people’s lives and give them a voice Every day brings new, meaningful challenges We provide support to help you succeed Join a strong, local support team that values communication and integrity Our Core Values Do the right thing Be humbly confident Commit to excellence Treat people like family Communicate openly and honestly Apply now and help bridge language barriers in your community! Visit: Share Apply for this position Required field notes: First Name, Last Name, Email Address, Phone, Address, Resume, We\'ve received your resume. Click here to update it., Attach resume or Paste resume, Attach resume as .pdf, .doc, .docx, .odt, .txt, or .rtf (limit 5MB) or Paste resume, Paste your resume here or Attach resume file, Paste your resume here or Attach resume file What\'s your citizenship / employment eligibility? No answer I am a U.S. Citizen/Permanent Resident Non-citizen allowed to work for any employer Non-citizen allowed to work for current employer Non-citizen seeking work authorization I am a Canadian Citizen/Permanent Resident Other What\'s your highest level of education completed? No answer GED or Equivalent High School Some College College - Associates College - Bachelor of Arts College - Bachelor of Fine Arts College - Bachelor of Science College - Master of Arts College - Master of Science College - Master of Fine Arts College - Master of Business Administration College - Doctorate Medical Doctor Other Are you 18 years of age or older? No answer Yes No LinkedIn Profile URL Have you ever been convicted of a felony? No answer No Yes Business Name: (if you operate as a business/ if applicable) Additional Phone/mobile Number For gender-sensitive interpreting assignments, some clients request interpreters of a specific gender. Please indicate your gender so we can accommodate appropriate placements. (e.g., medical or cultural settings). This information is used solely for scheduling purposes and does not affect hiring decisions. -- No answer -- Female Male Non-binary/gender diverse Prefer not to say Have you ever applied for or been employed by Choice Translating, Inc.? Yes No Do you know anyone who currently works or has previously worked for Choice Translating? If yes, please list their names below. If someone specifically referred you to apply, please include their name as your referral. Do you have a car? Yes No Do you have car insurance? Yes No Valid driver\'s license Number: Country of Origin: What is your native or first language? List each language you interpret and specify type (Consecutive, Simultaneous, or Both): E.G. Arabic – Consecutive Spanish – Simultaneous Dari - Both How many years of relevant professional (paid) experience do you have? What types of interpreting have you done Onsite (OSI), Video Remote (VRI), or Over-the-Phone OPI)? OSIVRIOPI For each language you wish to interpret, indicate how many years you received formal education in that language or about that language (including primary, secondary, or university studies). Have you received any interpreter certifications or completed formal training programs? If so, please list them here. If you haven\'t had formal education in your interpreting languages, describe how you gained your language proficiency. What types of interpreting settings do you have experience with? Medical - Emergency Medical - Non Emergency Social Services Police Law (Firm / Court) Schools Conferences Which healthcare facilities or government agencies have you interpreted for? Please include both current and past experience. Please list any other agencies for which you currently or previously provided interpreting services. Are you currently employed in a role outside of interpreting? If yes, please provide the name of your employer. Please indicate your schedule and availability (e.g., daytime, evenings, weekends). Do you require any accommodations to perform the essential functions of your job due to a disability? If yes, please specify the type of accommodation requested. References: Please provide references from your current or previous employment, or from any other professional experience. Include each reference\'s name, role, and contact information. Scenario: A patient doesn\'t understand the doctor\'s words and asks you to explain. How do you respond? A) Interpret exactly what was said and let the doctor clarify. B) Explain the term in your own words. C) Rephrase to make it simpler. Scenario: You are interpreting a meeting where one party makes a comment you personally disagree with. What do you do? A) Ignore the comment and skip it in your interpretation. B) Soften or reword the comment to make it less offensive. C) Interpret the message faithfully, without adding your own opinion or tone. Scenario: You are offered a legal interpreting assignment, but you do not have legal training. What do you do? A) Accept but learn as you go. B) Decline the assignment. C) Accept because you need the work. Human Check #J-18808-Ljbffr