UVM Health - UVM Medical Center
Educational Interpreter - American Sign Language (ASL)
UVM Health - UVM Medical Center, Burlington, Vermont, us, 05405
Overview
Educational Interpreter - American Sign Language (ASL). This position provides onsite interpreting services for a student who is deaf in the classroom, school or school-sponsored activities (sports, theater, clubs). We have positions in districts throughout the state of Vermont. Responsibilities
The Educational Interpreter is part of the student’s school team. They follow a professional code of ethics, regulations, and laws as they pertain to interpreters and student rights. They work under guidance from the Supervisor of the ASL/Bilingual Unit and receive support from peer Educational Interpreters, Communication Facilitators, Sign Support Providers, and DHHDB Edu Svcs Staff. They maximize services to students and school districts within Departmental and UVM Medical Center policy. Knowledge / Skills
Fluency in English and American Sign Language Understands and follows confidentiality rules and a Code of Ethics, such as the RID Code of Professional Conduct Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, professionalism, and the ability to exercise sound discretion to serve student and school needs Kno wledge, sensitivity, and ability to bridge ethnic values, cultural beliefs and behaviors within educational systems; ability to work with diverse populations from various cultural/economic backgrounds and age groups Education
Bachelor’s Degree preferred or High School Diploma or Equivalent, with minimum 2 years relevant college or professional training or equivalent experience required, or Native ASL user Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) score of 4.0 or higher preferred or credentialed by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Successful completion of a formal program in American Sign Language / English interpreting, preferred Experience
Minimum two years of formal educational/medical interpreting, with demonstrated knowledge of educational specialties Why UVM Health Network (UVMHN)?
As a team, The University of Vermont Health Network improves the lives of our patients by delivering outstanding care cost-effectively, as close to patient\'s homes as possible. Working together to better serve our communities makes us stronger, focused on collaboration instead of competition. Benefits
At UVMMC, we support our employees as passionately as we care for our patients. We offer a comprehensive, total compensation package that includes salary, health and wellness benefits, paid time off, and more. Benefits information Learn More
What is it like working here? Learn about our program Find more information about the University of Vermont Health Network here
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Educational Interpreter - American Sign Language (ASL). This position provides onsite interpreting services for a student who is deaf in the classroom, school or school-sponsored activities (sports, theater, clubs). We have positions in districts throughout the state of Vermont. Responsibilities
The Educational Interpreter is part of the student’s school team. They follow a professional code of ethics, regulations, and laws as they pertain to interpreters and student rights. They work under guidance from the Supervisor of the ASL/Bilingual Unit and receive support from peer Educational Interpreters, Communication Facilitators, Sign Support Providers, and DHHDB Edu Svcs Staff. They maximize services to students and school districts within Departmental and UVM Medical Center policy. Knowledge / Skills
Fluency in English and American Sign Language Understands and follows confidentiality rules and a Code of Ethics, such as the RID Code of Professional Conduct Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, professionalism, and the ability to exercise sound discretion to serve student and school needs Kno wledge, sensitivity, and ability to bridge ethnic values, cultural beliefs and behaviors within educational systems; ability to work with diverse populations from various cultural/economic backgrounds and age groups Education
Bachelor’s Degree preferred or High School Diploma or Equivalent, with minimum 2 years relevant college or professional training or equivalent experience required, or Native ASL user Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) score of 4.0 or higher preferred or credentialed by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Successful completion of a formal program in American Sign Language / English interpreting, preferred Experience
Minimum two years of formal educational/medical interpreting, with demonstrated knowledge of educational specialties Why UVM Health Network (UVMHN)?
As a team, The University of Vermont Health Network improves the lives of our patients by delivering outstanding care cost-effectively, as close to patient\'s homes as possible. Working together to better serve our communities makes us stronger, focused on collaboration instead of competition. Benefits
At UVMMC, we support our employees as passionately as we care for our patients. We offer a comprehensive, total compensation package that includes salary, health and wellness benefits, paid time off, and more. Benefits information Learn More
What is it like working here? Learn about our program Find more information about the University of Vermont Health Network here
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