Hawaiian Interpreter

LanguageLine Solutions is hiring a Hawaiian Interpreter to work from home, handling phone calls between Hawaiian and English speakers in a variety of industries. The interpreter will receive training and support from a Senior Language Specialist and Interpreter and Technology Help Desks.

Requirements

• Fluency in Hawaiian and English and skilled in the associated cultural dynamics.
• Ability to provide cultural competency and assess regional and accent differences to find ways of communicating with the LEP.
• Excellent listening, retention and note-taking skills to maintain a high level of accuracy during interpretation.
• Ability to concentrate, stay detached from the conversation, remain neutral and objective at all times, and remain on calls that involve sensitive subjects such as end of life conversations, pregnancy termination, vaccinations, and matters concerning sexual orientation and/or gender expression.
• Education or work experience in language-related fields such as teaching, language assessment, translation or interpretation preferred.
• Must be able to adapt to any LLS technology enhancements that improve service delivery and meet client demands.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Benefits

• Employee Referral Program
• Advancement opportunities within the organization
• Interpreter support
• An inclusive and diverse work environment