Interpreter, Bilingual

Job Description

Job Description

MISSION 

The Warren Center advocates, serves and empowers the children and families impacted by developmental delays and disabilities. 

SUMMARY 

The Interpreter role supports the overall mission and purpose of The Warren Center by effectively providing accurate interpretation and translation for non-English-speaking families of the organization and its programs. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

•    Accompany professional staff to home visits and other meetings with families to assist in communicating in the family’s primary language.

•    Translate forms and reports for families as needed.

•    Assist other staff in scheduling and confirming appointments by phone and in writing as needed

•    Assist families in accessing additional community resources, as needed

•    Be familiar with The Warren Center ECI policies and procedures to assist families’ understanding

•    Document services delivered to families for professional staff to ensure appropriate billing and documentation

•    Collaborate with staff and families in a non-judgmental, healthy, helpful relationship

•    Joint program planning and mutual support of families and team members

•    Must have reliable transportation to drive throughout the workday to families

ADDITIONAL TECHNICAL SKILLS, TRAITS AND KNOWLEDGE

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each qualification satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

•    High energy and passion for The Warren Center’s mission is essential

•    Flexible and adaptable style

•    Clear and concise communication skills

•    Professional, dependable, and proactive

•    Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

•    Team player who will productively engage with others at varying levels of seniority within and outside The Warren Center

•    Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail