Salary Range: $25-$60 (depending on location, education, and certifications)

Location: Winnipeg, MB

Shifts : Available hours are Monday-Saturday, 7am-7pm MT. (If selected and hired you will initially be asked to work at least one shift either Monday, Friday or Saturday)

Benefits of interpreting with Sorenson

Flexible Scheduling

Premium shifts offered to boost hourly wage

Earn CEU’s

Prospect for annual certification, testing and membership/licensure reimbursement up to 100% based on average hours worked

Enrollment in RRSP/DPSP and access to retirement planning

No scripts

Resiliency/Vicarious Trauma resources available at no cost

Company-wide Network

Transfer and visiting interpreter opportunities to any of the centers across Canada

A successful candidate will have

Ability to pass our required skills assessment

A high school diploma or GED

An associate’s or bachelor’s degree (preferred, but not required)

Interpreter certification (as required by local regulations)

3 years’ experience working as an interpreter (preferred, but not required)

Ability to troubleshoot basic technical issues

Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, highly regulated and customer service focused environment

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, tools and to handle other computer components

Regular and predictable attendance

Job Snapshot
Sorenson Communications is expanding our Video Relay Service. As a result, we are seeking Interpreters to provide Sign-to-Voice and Voice-to-Sign interpreting services. Full and part-time positions are available in the US and in Canada.

Responsibilities

Effectively interpret between American Sign Language (ASL) and spoken English

Maintain, as applicable, compliance with any national, state, or local licensure and/or certification requirements

Adhere to Sorenson policies and procedures,



the CASLI Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Professional Conduct or the NAD‑RID Code of Professional Conduct

Demonstrate full compliance with Sorenson Communications attendance policy

Accurately complete assigned tasks/duties, projects and paperwork promptly and within approved guidelines

Maintain a flexible work schedule, in order to meet the demands of the VRS industry, is essential for this position

Possesses the ability to quickly learn and implement new and changing technologies

Work effectively in a team environment; receive support from and provide support to colleagues

Possess the ability to work effectively in an environment with oversight that may include, but is not limited to call monitoring, mentoring and evaluations

Possess the ability to work effectively in a fast paced, dynamic, highly regulated environment

Enhance interpreting skills through continued education training

Demonstrate willingness and ability to complete additional duties and assignments on an on‑going basis

About Us

Sorenson Communications is committed to connecting people every day through communications access 24/7/365. Our customers rely on us and our innovative technology to quickly deliver accuracy in every conversation. We are industry leaders because, in all our endeavors, our customers sense our passion, our care, and our commitment. This dedication extends to our workplace. Our employees are united and proud to be part of important human interactions and understand that everything we do to facilitate communication creates connections and enhances relationships between people.

Sorenson Communications, LLC. offers Video Relay Service (VRS), which gives Deaf, who use American Sign Language (ASL), and hearing people the option to communicate in their preferred language—either ASL or spoken English or Spanish. Sorenson also provides onsite and remote interpreting services between English and various other world languages.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Sorenson Communications is an EOE, Disability/Age Employer.

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📌 Sign Language Interpreter - VRS - Part Time - Winnipeg, Manitoba
🏢 Sorenson Communications
📍 Manitoba