Interpreter for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing(PT, 1ST, 3 positions)

The Department of Rehabilitation Services, Bureau of Rehabilitation Services, is currently recruiting for three (3) part time Interpreter positions, fifteen hours (15),  to provide support in the Bridgeport, Danbury, Middletown, New London, New Haven, Norwich, and Waterbury areas. 

Additional travel to other BRS area offices and outside locations will be required as needed.   Please note, these SCHEDULES MAY CHANGE based on agency need.  

 

 These positions will be responsible for supporting Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors in their daily functions. 

INTERESTED CANDIDATES SHOULD REFER TO THE Selection Plan section for WORK SCHEDULES BASED ON LOCATION PREFERENCE.            

 

    Applicants are required to upload requested material(s) with their submission (NOTE: in order to upload documents you must ensure that your internet browser’s ‘pop-up’ blocker is off. Failure to do so may prevent you from being able to upload documentation into JobAps.). Questions about these required documents should be directed to DORS HR Office, 860-424-4985                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

PCN#116022, Danbury

Tues – Thurs: 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Friday: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM  

 

PCN#116023, New Haven, Middletown, Norwich and New London

Tues: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Wed: 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Thurs:  9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Fri: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM  

 

PCN#116025 Bridgeport, Waterbury

Mon & Thurs: 10:00 AM - 2:45 PM

Tues & Weds: 10:00 AM - 2:45 PM

In the Department of Rehabilitation Services, or other state agency this class is accountable for serving as Interpreter for deaf and hard of hearing individuals.

DEARTMENT OF REHABILITATION SERVICES (DORS): In the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services central office and regional offices, Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind, Bureau of Disability Determination Services or DORS administrative offices, serves as interpreter to deaf and hard of hearing professional staff in telephone calls, at meetings, training and conferences and in conduct of routine agency business in an agency program working a set schedule; may interpret for hearing staff and/or consumers to facilitate communication; performs related duties as required.
STATE AGENCIES: Serves as interpreter for deaf and hard of hearing persons who are agency employees, persons who are applying for or receiving services from a State agency and in-patients and/or out-patients; provides a communication bridge between staff professionals, i.e. counselors; doctors, nurses, therapists and deaf patients; provides a communication bridge in the treatment and care planning of patients; accompanies patients to treatment activities and assists in facilitation of communication between staff and patient; performs related duties as required.

Knowledge of all forms of interpreting for the deaf and hard of hearing; familiarity with National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Code of Professional Conduct; interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to establish and maintain harmonious relations with those contacted in the work; ability to utilize computer software.

Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain a National Interpreting Certification and be a registered Interpreter with the State of Connecticut in accordance with Sec. 46a-33a of the Connecticut General Statutes.

Preferred Candidate should possess the full national certification which includes the successful completion of the performance exam. 

Would be familiar with Vocational Rehabilitation terminology, able to demonstrate interpreting and voicing skills and familiarity with the National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Code of Professional Conduct.  

1. Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license. At the time of appointment candidates may be required to have a motor vehicle driving history satisfactory to the Commissioner or Commissioner's designee.
2. Incumbents in this class will be required to travel.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.