Interpreter

Requisition Number

9702BR

Job Responsibilities

Provide interpreting and/or communication support for Student Health Center staff, and deaf/hard of hearing consumers:

interpreting for direct one-one and/or group interactions

promote understanding and enhance knowledge of staff role/function of the interpreter; use of specialized equipment, etc.

serving as an advocate for deaf/hard of hearing patients

Health education and health promotion:

initiate special projects related to communication with Deaf/Hard of Hearing/Deaf Blind patients

identify appropriate ASL health video resources to be shared with patients

participate in special programs or events reaching our deaf/Hard of Hearing/ Deaf Blind populations

develop in-service for other RIT interpreters regarding health interpreting needs

Participate in SHC committees and initiatives that support our AAAHC accreditation

Other Duties as assigned including but not limited to:

Support interpreting students in developing practical experiences in health care settings

RIT Required Trainings

College/Division

Student Affairs

Organization

Student Health Center

Job Summary

Reporting to the Associate Clinical Director of the Student Health Center (SHC), the ASL Interpreter provides interpreting services for deaf or hard of hearing patients and the health care providers they are seeing in a college health setting. Services offered in the health center include psychiatry, minor trauma evaluation/management and primary care services including sexual and gender health care.

Required Qualifications

Education:

An Associates degree or equivalent credit hours in pursuit of Bachelor’s degree and 4 years experience;OR

Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of interpreting experience;OR

Masters degree and 2 years of interpreting experience

Certification by Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID), NIC Certificate in Healthcare Interpreting strongly preferredExperience:

2 or more years of experience working in healthcare as a sign language interpreter preferred

Experience in a primary care setting preferredSkills:

Must be friendly and have a professional demeanor

High level of professionalism including timeliness and flexibility

Strong customer service skills

Effective interpersonal, written, and electronic communication skills, including the ability to convey complex information in accessible terms to multicultural audiences

Ability to establish, build and maintain effective working relationships based on respect, empathy and honesty with groups and individuals

Proficiency in American Sign Language and English

Knowledge of Deaf culture

Ability to manage and maintain confidential and private information; uses confidential, sensitive and/or private records and information, protects information appropriately

High level of comfort with interpreting difficulty conversations including mental health crises, sexual history and gender identity

Follow the RID/NAD Code of Professional Conduct and utilize additional resources/support as appropriate.

Competence using word processing, email, and electronic calendaring software, computer competence supporting position functions

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with Deaf Interpreters

Delivery of educational content to peers

Required Minimum Education Level

AS

Work Location

Henrietta Campus — 100%

Wage Band

120H

FLSA Category

Non-exempt

Employment Category

Fulltime

Required Application Documents

Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume

What do we believe at RIT?

Rochester Institute of Technology is a diverse and collaborative community of engaged, socially conscious, and intellectually curious minds. Through creativity and innovation, and an intentional blending of technology, the arts and design, we provide exceptional individuals with a wide range of academic opportunities, including a leading research program and an internationally recognized education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. We are dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring.

As a member of the RIT community, you'll receive a comprehensive employee benefits package that offers multiple options and access to additional employment advantages. You can tailor your benefit elections to meet your needs (affordable medical/dental/vision benefits; paid vacation/sick time/retirement saving plan with exceptional employer match; and tuition assistance for you and your family, to name a few).

How To Apply

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Additional Details

In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at or email your request to . Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Hourly/Salary Minimum

28

Hourly/Salary Maximum

48