What You'll Be DoingWake County’s Maternal and Child Health (MCH) team is seeking a compassionate and professional Medical Interpreter (Fluent in English and Spanish) to aid Mothers and Families seeking our services. The primary responsibility of the Interpreter role is to provide Spanish interpreting services for patients with limited or no English proficiency who are receiving preventive health care within our Maternal and Child Health (MCH) section. The successful candidate will be expected to interpret from English to Spanish, and Spanish to English and be proficient in medical interpretation. To excel in this role you must demonstrate the same warmth and understanding towards clients that our MCH team provides daily to all needing our help. This is the perfect opportunity for those wanting a meaningful and rewarding public health career assisting the community.
Responsibilities Include:
- Provide interpretation in person for the Maternal Health nurses/case managers during home visits, assist in interpretation for community events, interpret for telephonic visits, and schedule calls
- Provide supplemental support and coverage to human services clinics as needed
- Interpret for health care professionals in the delivery of medical, social support services and outreach services to Spanish-speaking clients
- Ability to obtain interpreter certification within 1 year of hire
- Drive to and interpret for the Maternal and Child Health staff on home visits
- Perform interpreting assistance in person and by phone as needed for other MCH staff and the clients/ patients
- Provided interpreting assistance to the clinics in-person, when available
- Collaborate with MCH community outreach events as needed by providing interpreting assistance
- Perform administrative tasks to document work performed and productivity on a daily basis, during downtime
- Maintain a high level of communication and transparency that allows a positive workflow and coordination of duties and assignments
About Our TeamWake County Health and Human Services (WCHHS) is the consolidation of programs and services that include social services, public health, job search assistance, child support, and transportation. Our mission, in partnership with the community, is to facilitate full access to high quality and effective health and human services for Wake County residents. In addition to our numerous standard programs, Wake County Health and Human Services (WCHHS) is engaged in a number of special initiatives that are impacting services and programs throughout our entire agency. Whether legislated down from the changing regulations on the Federal or State level or bubbling up from the entrepreneurial spirit of our staff, you can always look forward to Wake County Health and Human Services implementing new and exciting enhancements to our services and programs.
The Basics (Required Education and Experience) - High school diploma or GED
- Fluency in English and interpreting skills in a specific foreign language
- Equivalent education and experience are accepted
- Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience) - Interpreter experience including Medical Spanish
How Will We Know You're 'The One'? - Demonstrated warmth and understanding towards clients
- Excellent knowledge and understanding of medical terminology in English and Spanish, as well as a good understanding of everyday language and different slangs in Spanish
- Knowledgeable and compliant with the interpreter’s code of ethics that include confidentiality and privacy of the client’s information
About This PositionLocation: Human Services Center Sunnybrook Raleigh, NC 27610
Employment Type: Regular
Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 5:15 pm
Hiring Range: 22.48 - 26.49
Market Range: 22.48 - 30.51
Please include
ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 9/16/2024
What Makes Wake GreatHome to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.
Equal Opportunity StatementWake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
Background Check StatementPosition may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Emergency Service Worker StatementIn the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.
