Mandarin Interpreter
- Compensation
- $23–$25 / hr
- Location
- US Remote
- Work setup
- Remote
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Technical writing
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Fluency in Mandarin 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
- 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.
- Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with LanguageLin
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Candidates who are currently employed by a client of LanguageLine Solutions or an affiliated LanguageLine Solutions business may not be eligible for consideration.
- Ability to read and write the requested languages – highly preferred.
Full description
LanguageLine Solutions is Hiring!
At LanguageLine, we strive for a world in which language and cultural barriers no longer exist. Use your language skills to dramatically improve the lives of limited-English speakers, as well as the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing. Even better, you can do this while working from your own home.
LanguageLine has been certified as a Great Place to Work, and is regularly listed as one of America’s top work-from-home employers.
Our interpreters serve clients across numerous industries, including health care, 911, first responders, education, government agencies, and all walks of business.
As an interpreter, you will receive training that is the best in the industry. We’ll ensure that you learn new skills while further developing your skillset. We provide numerous opportunities for advancement. You’ll be in a certified ASTM and ISO environment. You'll also be supported by a Senior Language Specialist, as well as our Interpreter and Technology Help Desks.
Join our team now!Job DescriptionWork at Home Bilingual Mandarin-English Video-Phone Interpreter Job Title: Mandarin Interpreter
Location: Work at Home position in United States
Position: Video-Phone Interpreter
Pay: $23 - $25 per hour.
- Compensation will not be less than any applicable state or local minimum wage.
We Offer:
- Paid professional interpreter training and continuous development.
- Incentives for meeting attendance targets.
- Benefits include: Paid Sick Leave in accordance with applicable law, Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Accident, Critical Illness & Life, AD&D, Insurance Package, Inpatient Hospital, Short Term Disability, and 401K Retirement.
- Employee Referral Program.
- Advancement opportunities within the organization.
- Interpreter support.
- An inclusive and diverse work environment.
Position Overview:
The Mandarin Video-Telephone- Interpreter is responsible for handling calls on demand, and renders the meaning of conversations between Mandarin and English speakers. The interpreter breaks the communication barrier in a wide range of industries that LanguageLine Solutions serves: Healthcare, Government, Insurance, Financial, Utilities, Travel & Hospitality, General Business, Law Enforcement, Court, and 911.
The interpreter processes information quickly, concisely and recognizes sensitive cultural differences. The interpreter is professional and courteous at all times and uses appropriate terminology and understands common industry procedures and practices. The video and audio interpreting sessions may involve simple or complex, technical or non-technical subjects.