sfs
Portuguese Interpreter
Hyattsville, Maryland · Contract
No sponsorshipDetected 12 days ago
ComplianceHIPAAEHR/EMRCommunication
About the role
- This role serves as a vital communication bridge between clients, families, and clinical staff, helping foster understanding, trust, and meaningful engagement throughout the treatment process.
- The ideal candidate is culturally responsive, professional, and passionate about serving diverse communities.
- We welcome applicants who speak Portuguese
Responsibilities
- Administer Quarterly Consumer Satisfaction Surveys and accurately document results.
- Provide interpretation services during family advocacy, support services, crisis intervention, care coordination, or other client-related interactions, as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
- Family Support Worker Coordinator
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all agency policies, HIPAA requirements, and professional ethical standards.
- The role helps bridge language and cultural barriers to support services and positive treatment outcomes.
Requirements
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
- Must be able to work as an independent contractor (1099).
- Must have or be able to obtain an LLC/EIN
- Must be fluent in English and at least one additional language.
- Must have reliable personal transportation to provide services in the office if needed, virtually, and throughout the community.
- Attend monthly Family Support Worker (FSW) staff meetings and required agency training.
Nice to have
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Provide accurate verbal interpretation during family therapy sessions when therapists and clients or family members do not share the same preferred language.
Skills
- Fluency in Portuguese and English (required).
Benefits
- Submit accurate, complete, and timely weekly and monthly reports through the agency's Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
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