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Interpreter (American Sign Language)


PSSC 25-71-RJ

Position is located with PINECREST SUPPORTS & SERVICES CENTER. 

Location: Residential Services

Shift: 8AM-8PM       Team A or B 

Interpreter $25.00hr. 

Only Applicants certified or proficient in American Sign Language will be considered.

This position will be filled as an Unclassified Appointment based on this job posting.

Requirements

Proficient in American Sign Language to serve as an Interpreter for people in need of deaf services or Certified in American Sign Language?

Qualifications

75% Interpret for one or more persons who are both intellectually/developmentally disabled and deaf. Incumbent interprets resident's American Sign Language (ASL) to verbal speech in order to facilitate the resident's expressive communication with others and interprets others' verbal speech to the resident(s) using ASL in order to facilitate the resident's receptive communication.   Interpretation services are provided in residential, programmatic, recreational, and health care settings at the facility and in community settings during community integration activities and medical appointments. Facilitate resident's participation in his/her active treatment program as required by Federal regulations (Title XIX) for those admitted to Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF/IID).

25% Provide information to and/or in-service staff about communication needs and strategies for deaf residents. Participate in Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetings regarding active treatment programs for residents in need of and receiving ASL interpreter services.

Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Administrator to support the Agency and/or the people we serve. 

Date Posted
07/08/2025
Job Reference
PSSC 25-71-RJ
Organization
LDH-Office for Citizens with Development Disabilities
Location
Pineville, LA 70802
Category
Operations
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