Translator-portuguese Job at Lensa, Hartford, CT

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  • Lensa
  • Hartford, CT

Job Description

Lensa is a career site that helps job seekers find great jobs in the US. We are not a staffing firm or agency. Lensa does not hire directly for these jobs, but promotes jobs on LinkedIn on behalf of its direct clients, recruitment ad agencies, and marketing partners. Lensa partners with DirectEmployers to promote this job for Cayuse Holdings. Clicking "Apply Now" or "Read more" on Lensa redirects you to the job board/employer site. Any information collected there is subject to their terms and privacy notice.

Overview

The Work

The Translator will provide Translation services for individuals with a language barrier. Translation will consist of but not limited to Education, Legal, Medical, Environmental, and Social Services, etc.

This position performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of Cayuse.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

  • Accurately translated situations like lectures, conversations, meetings, medical, and or legal.
  • Translators shall remain Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliant when interpreting or translating in a healthcare setting.
  • Abide by the client’s policies.
  • Abide by the American Translators Association Code of Ethics.
  • Render a complete and accurate translation without altering, omitting, or adding anything to what is stated or written, and without explanation.
  • Sensitive to the culture of the original languages and the target languages during the translation process.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Qualifications

Qualifications – Here’s What You Need:

  • High School diploma or equivalent in years of experience.
  • Minimum of 2 years of related experience.
  • Certified Translation Professional.
  • Translation Certifications.
  • Certifications from a previous agency or
  • Accreditation from a translation program.
  • Must be fluent in English.
  • Must be fluent in Portuguese.
  • Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.


Minimum Skills Required

  • The ability to facilitate translation with discretion and impartiality.
  • Proficiency in written communication.
  • A wide breadth of knowledge in a variety of topics
  • Cultural awareness when conducting translations within different regions.
  • Must possess problem-solving skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft and Adobe toolsets, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Acrobat, etc.
  • Highly motivated with the ability to handle and manage multiple tasks at any one time.
  • Must be a Self-starter, that can work independently and as part of a team.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in a related field.
  • For Medical Translation services: must have medical interpreter certificate from either the Certification Commission of Healthcare Interpreters or the National Certification for Medical Interpreters.
  • 2 years of Legal translation experience.
  • 2 years of Medical translation experience.
  • American Translators Association Certification.
  • Court certified translator certificate.


Reports to: Deputy Program Manager

Working Conditions

  • Professional remote environment.
  • Must be able to be on-call. Translator will be notified within 48 hours of potential jobs.
  • Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
  • Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
  • Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
  • Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
  • May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
  • May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.


Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pay Range

USD $45.00 - USD $65.00 /Hr.

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Location US-

ID 103520

Category Language Services

Position Type Part-Time Hourly Non Exempt

Remote Yes

Clearance Required None

If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Part time, Work at office, Local area, Remote work, Flexible hours,

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