Community Outreach Coordinator & Staff ASL Interpreter
๐๐ค Join Our Team in as a Community Outreach Specialist & American Sign Language Staff Interpreter! ๐ค๐
๐ Full-time position located in the St. Louis Metropolitan Area
About this opportunity and MT & Associates vision for YOU in it.
At MT&A our approach is not to outshine competitors, but to carve a distinct path that matters for us all. Our goal is to leave a lasting impact on the field of interpreting, as well as our lives, fostering longevity and happiness. Building relationships within the community isn't just part of the job โ it's your/our mission.
In this role, you're a vital representative of MT&A, being the glue connecting current and future interpreters, clients, and customers, taking in their concerns, and transforming them into solutions. By doing so, you become a catalyst for community progress. Your role extends beyond the ordinary, shaping a brighter future for interpreting (thus improving the lives of the Deaf and Hearing community) and leaving a mark that resonates. Your actions will drive meaningful change for the greatest positive community (hearing & Deaf) impact.
A successful candidate is creative, organized, proactive, solutions-focused, fun, and compassionate. If youโre seeking a team that shares these skills and, then we might be the perfect fit for each other.
๐The Adventures that await youโฆ
Community Outreach:
๐ค Representing MT&A and connecting to the community through networking, professional eventsโฆ
๐งโ๐ซ Stay updated with the latest developments in ASL interpretation and share your knowledge
๐ Develop/host workshops and training sessions to supercharge interpreters' skill
๐ค Recruit awesome interpreters to the MT&A team
๐ Share the good stuff with our team
๐คASL Interpretation:
๐ Interpret onsite and in virtual settings for a variety of clients: education, businessโฆ
๐ค Team up with clients, colleagues, and Deaf individuals for effective communication
๐ฉ Partner with the coordination and business development team for the best possible services
๐ Qualifications:
๐ Associateโs in ASL/English Interpretation or related field or equivalent experience required. (Bachelorโs degree preferred)
โ๏ธ RID/BEI certification - Level 4 or 5 minimum
๐Active License or ability to hold a license in Missouri and Illinois
๐ญ ASL interpretation experience in a variety of settings
๐ค Deaf culture aficionado
๐ฌ Excellent communication and people skills.
๐Fun, team focused, and ability to communicate through Gifs
๐ฏWork well independently and with a team, working towards the mission and goals of the team
๐๏ธ Organizational wizard
๐ฅ Active (or willing to become active) in ASL interpreting community and associations
๐ฑ Ready to help the ASL interpreting field grow
๐ฅ๏ธ Tech-savvy with Microsoft Office and more
๐ Benefits:
๐ธ Competitive compensation based on skills and certification level
All the good stuff โ Shared Health Benefits, PTO, Holidays ๐ฉบ๐ฅ๐ด๐
Cash in the bank โ paid every two weeks and we do the tax stuff and share the cost ๐ฐ๐ฆ๐
๐ Opportunities for professional growth
๐ Be a part of a dynamic team ready to change the world
Ready to dive into a dynamic role that's all about ASL, community, and fun? ๐ Apply now and let's knock down communication barriers together.
MT & Associates is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and abilities. ๐๐ค
Flexible work from home options available.