Spanish Translator

Job Title: Spanish Translator

Weekly Hours: Varies (On-call)

Schedule: On-call; may include weekdays and occasional evenings based on client/service needs

Location

Chico, CA and throughout Butte County (community-based settings). Occasional up to 100 miles

Salary

$18.50, mileage 72.5 cents/mile.

About The Arc of Butte County

The Arc of Butte County is a nonprofit founded in 1962, dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) to live, work, and thrive. Through programs including adult day services, respite care, supported employment, and independent living skills training, we champion inclusion, independence, and full participation in society. We're looking for compassionate team members who share our commitment to making a meaningful difference.

About the position

As a Spanish Translator, you will help ensure individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families can fully access services by providing accurate oral interpretation and written translation between English and Spanish. You will interpret in a variety of settings (such as schools, medical offices, and social service agencies) and translate documents related to services and supports. This role requires professionalism, confidentiality, cultural responsiveness, and sensitivity when working with families navigating complex systems.

What You'll Do

• Provide oral interpretation in a wide range of settings, including:
• Social service agencies
• Schools and educational meetings
• Medical and dental offices
• Therapy sessions, evaluations, and related appointments
• Provide written translation of documents such as:
• Evaluations
• Letters
• Reports and other service-related materials
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Follow directions, guidelines, and organizational policies while working independently
• Communicate with the assigned coordinator as required, including confirming requests and scheduling needs
• Support equitable access to services by using respectful, person-centered, and culturally responsive communication

What You'll Bring

• Ability to provide clear and accurate interpretation and/or translation between English and Spanish (spoken and/or written)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently, follow instructions, and maintain reliability as an on-call employee
• Professionalism and discretion, including the ability to keep information confidential
• Sensitivity to the needs of parents/caregivers of children with developmental disabilities and families

navigating service systems

Minimum requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Proof of identity and legal eligibility to work in the United States
• Ability to be reached by cell phone to receive translation requests and communicate with coordinator as required
• Must complete required screenings, including TB verification and Live Scan fingerprinting

If driving is required or if requesting mileage reimbursement

• Proof of auto insurance
• DMV driving report provided annually

Physical Requirements

• Must pass a post offer pre-employment background check, non- arduous physical, drug/TB screen
• Ability to travel occasionally up to 100 miles locally to meet with clients, partners, or attend events, if applicable.
• Ability to work in various environments, including office and community settings.
• Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
• May require occasional lifting (up to 25 lbs), standing, walking, or assisting individuals with mobility needs, if applicable.
• Work environment may include exposure to pet allergens. The Arc maintains a pet-friendly culture, and animals (such as the office cat) may occasionally be present in the workplace. Employees may also encounter pet allergens through donated items or community environments.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Arc of Butte County is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring individuals based on their qualifications and experience, and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, disability, or other protected status.

Acknowledgement This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Duties may be added, removed, or modified at any time based on organizational needs.

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