Health Interpreter

The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD ("The HARRIS CENTER") is looking for an Interpreter to join the Interpreting Services team. Facilitates communication between patients and service providers by interpreting the message spoken by each party into a second language. Facilitation may occur either in person or by telephone.

Recognizes and honors the confidential nature of information conveyed in the performance of interpreting duties.

Renders interpreter services in a respectful manner.

Assists in translating agency documentation from English to requested language.

High School Diploma or G.Valid Texas driver’s licence, required.

Must pass the agency’s language certification exam.

Ability to speak, read and understand the English and Spanish language at a level that permits the individual to interact effectively with the patient and service provider.

The Harris Center is the state-designated Local Mental Health Authority and Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Authority serving Harris County, Texas. As the largest behavioral and developmental disability care center in Texas, The Harris Center provides care to over 90,000 people and has an annual budget of over $300 million. As part of its mission to transform the lives of people with behavioral health and IDD needs in the third largest county in the United States, The Harris Center provides a full continuum of services at 80 different sites across Harris County. In addition, services are provided in more than 40 different languages as well as sign language in order to better serve what is one of the largest communities in the nation. By utilizing the unique expertise of its more than 2,500 employees, The Harris Center is committed to meeting the behavioral health and IDD needs of Harris County residents and giving them hope to live to their fullest potential.

Imagine a future with a robust retirement plan complemented by our generous company matching – a testament to our investment in your long‑term financial well‑being. Enjoy Cell Phone Discounts, exclusive entertainment deals through Tickets at Work, and a free Headspace subscription for mental wellness. Additionally, our Employee Assistance Program supports your overall well‑being. Take advantage of significant financial relief through student loan forgiveness as a valued member of The Harris Center team. As a qualifying entity, our employees are eligible for various student loan forgiveness programs, designed to alleviate the financial burdens associated with higher education.

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