Spanish Relief Interpreter

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Position Overview:
Volunteers are responsible for interpreting verbal and written information between Spanish-speaking clients and their English-speaking team members, while the clients learn how to use a guide dog for travel. The volunteer will also act as interpreter between clients and other staff, volunteers, associated professionals, and the public. Interpretation will take place on campus and on various outings.Volunteers may also be asked to travel to local airports with volunteer drivers in Leader Dog vehicles to translate the pickup and drop off of Spanish-speaking clients.

Qualifications:

• Fluent in both English and Spanish and able to translate between both languages with ease (an online test of speaking skills will be administered to gage skill level)
• Solid understanding of Spanish, Mexican, and/or other Latin American cultures required
• Understanding and use of discretion, sound judgment and confidentiality required
• Able to interpret instruction without interjecting personal opinions or thoughts
• Physical stamina to walk and interpret for 8-hour day
• Maintain professional, productive interactions with clients and employees to promote positive teamwork
• Comfortable working and traveling with people who are blind or visually impaired
• Self-motivated and independent
• Comfortable working around large breed dogs

Physical Requirements:

• Able to talk, hear and see
• Ability to bend at the waist, stoop at the knee, and walk for long periods with excellent balande
• Comfortable working outside in all weather conditions

Time Commitment & Scheduling:
A 6 month commitment is required.
Shift: one day per week during months that we have class; up to 10 hours on one day

If you would like to apply to this position, please visit the following link:
https://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/od?from=25879

Alternatively, you can send any questions to anne.preston@leaderdog.org - thank you!