American Sign Language Interpreter

The ability to communicate with people is what brings us all together.  That’s why here at ZP Better Together, ZVRS & Purple Communications, we believe that every conversation matters.  If you have a heart for the Deaf community and want to serve in an environment that has a welcoming, supportive and inclusive culture, you’ve come to the right place!  See more here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bT_41MglGXw

Why do interpreters love working for ZP Better Together, ZVRS & Purple Communications?

                Flexible scheduling

• Preschedule VRS work in advance
• Pick up work via the swap board or assignment portal
• Split schedule between VRS and On-site or just do one or the other, it’s flexible!

                Continued growth as an interpreter

• Improve and maintain receptive skills and vocabulary
• Supportive and encouraging environment
• Training available year round
• Free CEUs offered
• Workshops typically free for employees                

                Our culture

• We like to have fun!
• Interpreter appreciation days
• Customer service week 

                Interpreters have a voice

• Interpreters are treated like professionals
• Interpreter feedback portal
• Transparent communication

Many opportunities to fit your needs! 

                VRS

                Full time:  36 hours per week + benefits

                Part time:  24 hours per week

                Flex:  15 hours per 6 week scheduling round

                On site (community)

                On site:  1 assignment per quarter

Do you qualify?  We are looking for:

• Fluent ASL and spoken English language skills
• Able to provide accurate interpretation
• Good understanding of Deaf culture
• Thorough knowledge of and adherence to the NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct
• Three to five years of experience in interpreting (preferred but not required)
• As applicable, state licensure or state-required credentials 
• You must be 18 years or older to apply

 Not quite ready to make the jump into VRS? It’s ok! We have a PAID Interpreter Apprentice Program!

• Get your chance to interpreter LIVE VRS calls while developing your skills
• Shifts available seven days a week to help work with your schedule
• Must successfully qualify by taking our skills assessment
• Must attend and successfully complete an apprenticeship training

Reach out to learn more!

Disclaimer: 
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees for this job.  Employees are expected to follow their supervisor’s instructions and to perform the tasks requested by their supervisors.

ZP Better Together is an Equal Opportunity Employer.