Spanish Interpreter

Responsibilities

• Provide professional Spanish-English interpretation for Limited English Proficient (LEP) individuals, families, and staff.
• Facilitate communication in various settings, including medical, legal, educational, and social service environments.
• Act as an intercultural mediator to assist professionals in delivering culturally sensitive care and instruction.
• Advocate for LEP individuals' access to essential services while maintaining strict privacy and safety standards.
• Perform short non-publication translations as required.

Requirements

• 1+ years of interpreting experience or completion of a successful internship program.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Fluency in both spoken and written English and Spanish (native-level Spanish fluency preferred).
• Professional-level interpreting skills.
• Ability to work on-site in Santa Maria, CA.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in medical, legal, customer service, or educational settings.
• Professional certifications such as CMI, CHI, CCHI, or completion of a 40-hour interpreting course.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling: Select or decline jobs based on your availability via smartphone.
• Opportunity to work with a large, international team of language professionals.
• Contract-based employment (W-9/1099).

About the Company

Established in 2016, Homeland Language Services provides high-quality interpreting and translating services worldwide. With a team of over 500 professional interpreters and translators, we serve clients across various industries in more than 100 languages.