About the role:
We're ideally looking for someone on a six-month fixed-term placement in Darwin, but open to shorter term placements. The Staff Interpreter will be proactive in enabling the Interpreting Service to respond to the access needs of Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard-of-Hearing people by providing high-quality Auslan interpreting in a variety of situations through both face-to-face and online bookings.
Main responsibilities of the role include:
Provide high-quality, accurate communication access for all customers via face-to-face and online Auslan interpreting
Work collaboratively with the Customer Bookings Team to ensure bookings are filled as required and time is utilised effectively
Maintain accurate administrative records as required
Abide by the ASLIA Code of Ethics and our organisational Code of Conduct
This role includes: Rent assistance ($400/week) and access to a pool car
About you:
In your application, let us know if you have these key skills and experience:
Demonstrated experience in various interpreting settings
An in depth understanding and knowledge of NAATI and the ASLIA Code of Ethics
Strong work ethic and professional approach
Excellent listening, interpretation, and communication skills
Ability to work with minimal supervision and/or with a team
Punctual and reliable
Flexibility to accommodate and adapt to short notice schedule changes throughout the workday
Positive attitude and willingness to embody and uphold Deaf Connect’s values of Heart, Courage, and Discovery.
Sound administration skills, including ability to use/learn Microsoft Outlook and Teams, and timesheet systems.
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to represent and promote the service in a professional manner
NAATI Certification - Certified Interpreter Level or higher (preferable)
It is required to have these skills:
Driver’s licence
About Us:
Deaf Connect is the largest, whole-of-life service provider and social impact organisation for Deaf, deafblind and hard of hearing Australians. We stand with the Deaf community to build capacity and influence social change while paying respect to history, culture and language.
Our organisational values of Heart, Courage, and Discovery stand with the Deaf community to build capacity and influence social change while paying respect to history, culture, and language.
We offer an attractive advantages program including:
Salary packaging, enabling you to make huge savings on tax and maximise your pay
Flexibility regarding working arrangements
Discount membership to gyms and facilities throughout Australia
Free annual flu vaccinations
Free comprehensive online learning portal
Free financial wellness support through our default super fund
📌 Staff Interpreter (Darwin)
🏢 Deaf Connect
📍 Darwin
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